I. Power of the tongue (Matt. 12:36) A. The tongue can justify or condemn us 1. Using ugly, angry, spiteful, gossiping, etc. these words will testify against us and condemn us in the day of judgment. 2. Use kind, gracious, loving, edifying, and profitable these words will testify and justify us in the day of judgment. B. Determines our eternal destination. (Prov. 13:3) II. Dangers of an untamed tongue A. Tongue destroys 1. Like a spark in a forest of dead trees. (James 3:5) 2. Careless words or one inappropriate word can cause everlasting damage. B. Tongue defiles 1. What we say not only destroys us but can destroy others. (Matt. 15:11) 2. Can strip the beauty of Christ away from us. III. Controlling the tongue A. Refrain from
But I tell you, don’t be angry with anyone. If you are angry with others, you will be judged. And if you insult someone, you will be judged by the high court. And if you call someone a fool, you will be in danger of the fire of hell. “So, what if you are offering your gift at the altar and remember that someone has something against you? Leave your gift there and go make peace with that person. - Matthew 5:22-24
- But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Throughout the history of the Bible, few words have had more controversy than the words, faith, works, and justification. James’ uses a powerful
As a church we have misappropriated the level of judgement dispensed. We understand that all have sinned and that true discipleship requires accountability and discipline, however, the indubitable level must be delivered in a humble and nonjudgemental manner. We must realize the greatest impact for change is empathy, compassion and action. The only way to ensure the action is effective, one must first hear what the people feel as though their issues are. Next we must remove ourselves from a hypocritical place of judgement so that we can full understand and
In This Wise, the New Testament calls for the highest standard of reputation, ethics, training and conduct for us as help givers.-If we will be the channel of Gods healing to the populations wherein we live.
To make his audience feel fearful, Jonathan Edwards uses strong diction, metaphors, and imagery to get unsaved puritans and sinners to accept God and ask for forgiveness so as not to spend an eternity in hell. In the phrase “cut them off”, Jonathan uses diction to ultimately make his point sound harsh and cold. Rather than him saying that God won’t have mercy on the sinners, he states that God will cut them off as if though they meant nothing. His purpose is to say that God knows that they are sinning and being wicked and in a moments notice, he could just end their life.
Phrases we use on a daily basis with no intent to harm anyone can be turned against us thus making speaking with each other
This is an inevitable truth in the sinful world that surrounds every Christian, whether it be their personal walk with the Lord or a business pursued in the name of the Lord. Prior knowledge of this truth, such as laws that will enable continuous business operations despite obstacles, is crucial in establishing a long-lasting business.
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Harsh words and strong criticism was a way Jonathan Edwards used. He created fear in the audience and made sure his message to the congregation was straightforward and direct. “You are ten thousand times more abominable
Business for the Glory of God: The Bible’s teaching on the Moral Goodness of Business
Throughout the history of the Bible, few words have had more controversy than the words, faith, works, and justification. James’ uses a powerful interrogative to pose the
3. Paul says what everybody has to do to stay away from the evil and sin, and closer to the Lord. (6:14-16)
This paper will approach each aspect of God Divine decrees, from a biblical standpoint and His plan of salvation. The working of God’s plan includes three periods in time: