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  • GUY GLASS avatar

    "The Little Problem” Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 16, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 7,409 views

    This is the first in a series of messages dealing with the importance of our speech as followers of Christ.

    KEEPING MY TONGUE ON THE CUTTING EDGE “The Little Problem” James 3:1-12 ILLUSTRATION: Perhaps you remember some of these ACTUAL descriptions of accidents that were written on insurance claim forms: § “I pulled form the side of the road, glanced at my Mother-In-Law, and headed for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Spoken Word

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 22, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 39,624 views

    A message on the power of the tongue.

    The Power of the Spoken Word The Weight of Your Words in a Conscience-less Society Introduction Okay. Before we get started, let’s agree that we all have the same problem. I don’t want to see anyone elbowing their neighbor, nor do I want anyone to standing up in their chair, pointing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taming The Tongue

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Feb 15, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,554 views

    To encourage believer to use their words to build up others and to be a positive witness with our words

    Taming the Tongue James 3:3-12 Purpose Statement: To encourage believers to use their words to build up others and to be a positive witness with our words Our Scripture today is basically about gossip and the damage that it does. There is an old saying that says “Sticks and stones may break my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Tongue That Leads Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,740 views

    The tongue has the power to send people forward as much as it has the power to hold people back.

    The power of the tongue that leads James 3:2-12 Introduction Napolean… Martin Luther King Jr. / Hitler… George W. Bush / Parent or CEO… Here is a comparison of the two types of supervisors the boss and the leader: The boss drives his men; the leader coaches them. The boss depends upon authority; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    The Untamable Tongue Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 21, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 5,923 views

    Week 13 in a series of messages on the book of James

    A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 13 “The Untamable Tongue” Date: October 20, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:1-12 Introduction Tonight, we may seem to be repeating a message on the tongue or speech of the Christian. I feel, as James must it is a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Untamable Tongue Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,513 views

    Part 13 in a series of messages on the book of James

    A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 13 “The Untamable Tongue” Date: October 20, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:1-12 Introduction Tonight, we may seem to be repeating a message on the tongue or speech of the Christian. I feel, as James must it is a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Beaird avatar

    The Tongue Is A Dangerous Weapon Series

    Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 77 ratings
     | 7,799 views

    The dangers of unChristian speech

    THE TONGUE IS A DANGEROUS WEAPON © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: James 3:1-12 n In 1899 four newspaper reporters from Denver, Colorado, set out to tear down the Great Wall of China. They almost succeeded. Literally. The four met by chance one Saturday night, in a Denver railway depot. Al ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Taming The Tongue

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 26, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,928 views

    James informs us of these important truths: 1. The tongue is not easily controlled. 2. I allow God to control my tongue, or it controls me. 3.The tongue can be used for good or evil. 4. What I say is a reflection of who I am.

    James says, “No man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness” (James 3:8-9). James includes himself as one having this problem, for he says that “no man can ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Watch Your Mouth Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 8,794 views

    The small but mighty tongue.

    Watch Your Mouth James 3:1-12 Freedom of speech...just watch what you say. Today we will be looking at one of the most powerful forces on this earth. Our speech. What we say can have great influence and impact upon our lives and the lives of others. James starts off this chapter with an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Put Out The Fire Of The Tongue (Part 2)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on May 6, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 3,976 views

    James recognized that our tongues have the ability to destroy (vv. 5b-6), dispute (vv. 7-8), and double-talk (9-12).

    How To Put Out the Fire of the Tongue (Part 2) James 3:5b-12 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church May 6, 2001 Introduction: Last week we began our study of James 3:1-12 by looking at the first four and a half verses. We looked at what James had to say about putting out the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Talk Is Cheap - Or Is It?

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,826 views

    A message concerning the speech of Christians.

    Talk is Cheap…Or Is It? Holiness in our Speech James 3:1-12, various Scriptures I. Introduction This morning we take our third look at the importance of holiness in our lives. Holiness, you remember from our introductory message two weeks ago, is to be sought first and foremost because GOD is ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Chris Talton avatar

    What Can You Do With Your Tongue?

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,300 views

    The tongue is a powerful tool. Use it wisely!

    James 3:1-12 August 1, 1999 “What can you do with your tongue?” Be careful how you use your tongue because . . . 1. your tongue controls other people. (vs. 1-2) child’s games of red light / green light or Simon says 2. your tongue, though small, has great power. (vs. 3-5a) Two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    How To Manage Our Mouths Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Feb 3, 2002
    based on 72 ratings
     | 11,438 views

    I talk about the destructiveness of an uncontrolled tongue and then share what we can do to better manage it.

    Intro: Have you ever said anything you later regretted? I wished I had 10 bucks for every time I said something that I shouldn’t have in my life. As we think about saything the wrong things let me share with you a couple of things NOT to say to a police officer. 1). Sorry, officer, I didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Sticks And Stones..."

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 19,139 views

    This sermon reveals the true power of our words and our responsibility as Christians to choose them wisely.

    “Sticks and Stones...” There is a familiar old saying that we’ve all heard, it goes like this; “sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me.” Now, this is a response that probably everyone in this room today has uttered in the wake of some terrible barrage ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    A Fire From Hell

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,684 views

    This sermon outline illustrates four truths concerning the tounge.

    I. Introduction a. Book of James i. Written as a pastoral encouragement and rebuke ii. The book caused a lot of controversy in the early church. b. James uses the term we in these passages i. Many of us can think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist