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[1384.62 --> 1385.86] or that we have chosen, |
[1387.56 --> 1388.56] may none of that |
[1388.56 --> 1389.28] impede |
[1389.28 --> 1391.00] with our ability |
[1391.00 --> 1392.26] to be fully |
[1392.26 --> 1393.04] devoted |
[1393.04 --> 1394.06] to You. |
[1395.08 --> 1396.04] May we rise up |
[1396.04 --> 1396.62] as a church, |
[1396.80 --> 1396.90] Lord. |
[1396.96 --> 1397.70] May we be there |
[1397.70 --> 1398.30] for each other. |
[1398.38 --> 1399.52] May we be a family, |
[1399.74 --> 1400.92] no matter who we are, |
[1400.98 --> 1401.60] to each other, |
[1401.74 --> 1402.58] so that no one |
[1402.58 --> 1403.22] feels lost, |
[1403.50 --> 1404.62] no one feels left out, |
[1404.82 --> 1405.94] no one feels alone, |
[1406.14 --> 1406.98] and may we, |
[1407.20 --> 1408.02] as a community, |
[1408.08 --> 1409.52] strive to seek You |
[1409.52 --> 1410.66] first above all else. |
[1411.12 --> 1411.84] May that be |
[1411.84 --> 1412.56] what we leave here |
[1412.56 --> 1413.16] today with, |
[1413.74 --> 1414.86] a desire with, |
[1414.96 --> 1415.52] no matter what is |
[1415.52 --> 1416.16] happening in the world |
[1416.16 --> 1416.74] around us, |
[1416.86 --> 1417.98] to seek You first |
[1417.98 --> 1419.22] and to love each other. |
[1420.76 --> 1421.20] And so, God, |
[1421.24 --> 1424.24] as we respond in song today, |
[1424.30 --> 1425.16] may that be imprinted |
[1425.16 --> 1425.88] on our hearts. |
[1426.02 --> 1426.74] We pray this all |
[1426.74 --> 1427.28] in Your Son's |
[1427.28 --> 1428.36] precious and holy name. |
[1428.98 --> 1429.20] Amen. |
[1429.20 --> 1429.32] Amen. |
[1429.32 --> 1429.36] Amen. |
[1429.36 --> 1429.38] Amen. |
• The Bible passage from James 3 emphasizes the importance of controlling one's tongue |
• The tongue is a small but powerful part of the body that can bring great evil and destruction |
• The speaker discusses how words can hurt and cause damage, often more than physical harm |
• The phrase "sticks and stones may break my bones" is contrasted with the reality that words can be just as painful |
• James' letter suggests that one's speech reflects their faith and should be used to uplift and edify others |
• The speaker explains that a barometer measures air pressure, which can indicate changes in weather or other external pressures |
• Similarly, our speech can reflect the pressures we're under, such as cultural or social expectations |
• The tongue and language can reveal one's attitude and behavior. |
• Accountability in teaching and preaching is crucial, as teachers will be judged more strictly. |
• Preachers/teachers should invite others to check their work and hold them accountable. |
• Effective communication is only effective if it is the voice of Jesus to someone's heart. |
• All people have a sphere of influence through which they speak words that can inspire faithfulness or not. |
• Influence through speech and conversation |
• Judging others through digital media |
• Separating ideas from personalities online |
• Dealing with criticism and negativity online |
• Being different as Christians in online interactions |
• Starting with words and speech to make a change |
• Discussion of perfection and imperfection |
• Public shaming vs effective tool for change |
• Consequences of shame (hiding, burying) |
• Powerlessness of shame to change people's lives |
• Mastering sin through the power of the gospel |
• Jesus' role in changing individuals |
• The Holy Spirit's enabling role in spiritual transformation |
• Transformation from one level of glory to another |
• Hearer and doer faith means being transformed into the image of Jesus' son |
• Being defined by getting up and walking in truth after stumbling |
• Connection between what you say and keeping your body in check |
• The spiritual discipline to control your tongue is a barometer for ruling the rest of your life |
• Submission to Jesus is necessary for overcoming sin |
• Self-deception and rationalization of negative behaviors |
• The power of words in shaping one's life and behavior |
• The importance of self-awareness and the need to challenge negative self-talk |
• The role of language and communication in influencing others' perceptions and actions |
• The power of the tongue and its ability to steer life, interactions, and relationships |
• James' statement that the tongue can corrupt the whole body and set one's course on fire |
• The contrast between praising God with the tongue and cursing human beings |
• The idea that words speak either hell or heaven, and are not neutral |
• Proverbs 18:21 stating that the tongue has the power of life and death |
• The importance of speaking "words of life" rather than hurtful or damaging language |
• The power of the tongue to bring either life or death, heaven or hell |
• The need to speak life and be mindful of what is said |
• Warning against gossip and telling others' stories |
• Encouragement to ask oneself if words will inspire faithfulness to Jesus |
• The way people communicate reflects their faith |
• Christians should aim to be a source of renewal and encouragement through their words |
• Effective communication involves using language that inspires faithfulness, brings renewal, and refreshes others |
• Christians should strive to speak in a way that is different from the world, using words that glorify God and inspire faithfulness. |
• Interacting with others in various contexts |
• Language and speech of praise |
• Prayer in the name of Christ |
[0.00 --> 5.88] This morning we are continuing our look at the book of James. |
[6.28 --> 10.70] So if you have a Bible handy, I invite you to grab that or turn it on or whatever the |
[10.70 --> 16.50] case may be for you, where you're at, to get your coffee cup and your notebook. |
[16.96 --> 20.60] And we're going to dig into James 3 together. |
[20.76 --> 22.56] I'm going to read verse 1 through 12. |
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