Sermons on Control Speech:

Free Indeed!

Contributed by Michael Brown on Jun 22, 2025

I wrote this message to share at the local Assisted Living home. Chose to give a message on freedom because I will be preaching shortly before the 4th of July

Free Indeed! Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. was a man who delivered a speech that conveyed a powerful message to the nation at a time when it was needed. On August 28,1963, he gave his I Have a Dream! speech. That speech concluded with the topic we are going to discuss. Let me read for you the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, John 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

Goodness

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 10, 2003

Goodness is a fruit that is best given away by the example of our lives.

Introduction (overhead 1) 1.The fragrance test with two men. (Adapted from Tasting The Fruit of the Spirit, Group Publishing, 2003) 2. The college prank played on me with my cologne. Review of series (overhead 2) 1. We are more than half way through our fall series, The Fruits of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Dealing With Conflict Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

4 keys for dealing with conflict

This morning we looked in Acts 15 at the conflict that Paul & Barnabas faced. Tonight we want to look at four keys for handling conflict. Let’s review what we saw this morning. • Conflict is neutral - neither bad nor good - but an opportunity for us • We can agree with the issue/goal but ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 15. The Specific Evidence Of Response (James 1:26-27) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Obedience to God’s Word is never mandated nor vainly beneficial. It is transformational. Following God’s Word changes us. Certain things will follow. Obedience will make a difference, and as James shows us, he gives us examples of some of the changes to come.

Tom Lowe 2/7/2021 Text: James 1:26-27 (KJV) 26If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Troublemaker Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 20, 2006

3rd in a 5 part series from the book of James on making practical application to real problems.

RELIGION THAT REALLY WORKS - Week 3 TAMING THE TROUBLEMAKER JAMES 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Finish this statement for me. "Sticks and Stones may _____ __ _____, but _____ ____ ______ ____ ___." How long did it take you to learn that little saying may be the dumbest..and the most untrue statement? ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

On Judgment Day And The Accountability Of Idle Speechbut Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 2, 2025

In the Bible, the concept of Judgment Day is a recurring theme that emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life, mindful of one's actions and words.

In the Bible, the concept of Judgment Day is a recurring theme that emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life, mindful of one's actions and words. Matthew 12:36-37 states, "But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every idle word they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Extreme Makeover: Pierced Tongue Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

The changes God wants to see in us.

Extreme Makeover: Pierced Tongue This morning we’re going to continue our series on Extreme Makeovers, what God would do in each of our lives to help us look more like him and less like the world. We’ve looked at a Broken Heart, Dirty Hands, and having Cross Eyes. This morning we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 7- "Taming The Tongue" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Feb 20, 2017

Part 7 of our James series

Bona Fide A study of James Genuine Christian Living Part 7 “Taming the Tongue” I have recently been building a new tack room And part of that process as many of you know Involves Going through tack and organizing Sometimes getting rid of old or extra stuff This is really hard ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Bleeped Out World Series

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Mar 12, 2013

This sermon deals with the topic of profanity and cursing.

“Living in A Bleeped Out World” James 3:9-10; Ephesians 4:29 Introduction: About 2 months ago I went fishing and put my porta-boat in the garage. The next day something began to stink! I found the culprit a ½ a shrimp that was decomposed. The word Paul uses in Eph. 4:29 NKJ uses ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Disciple, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 26, 2008

Message about doing what is good, and living as a disciple of Christ.

Being a Disciple, Part 2 -- (Doing what is good) Titus 3:1-7 Introduction - As we continue our series of being a disciple, this morning we will look at our speech - It is important as a disciple to continue working; and remembering where we came from - Titus was a friend of Paul, and a disciple ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Fool Some Of The People Some Of The Time

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 2, 2003

Are we really and truly trying to please God with our communication, customs and conduct, or are we trying to please man?

COMMUNICATION - Our words will be kind and not foolish KINDNESS IN SPEECH V. 1 Matthew Henry said that “if wrath rises like a threatening storm, then a soft answer will turn it away like the winds.” The Speech Research Unit of Kenyon College has proved that when a person is shouted at, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

"transformed"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 18, 2019

No matter where we are in life Jesus is able to see what we can become.

“Transformed” Mark 5:1-20 Jesus and His disciples got in a boat and crossed the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. In doing this, Jesus was taking His ministry into non-Jewish or Gentile territory. The biggest clue to this is that the people raised pigs and Jews wouldn’t have had anything to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

I Will Be Faithful Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jan 12, 2009

Have you thought about the future of our church? It is amazing how we make plans everyday for events that are at times far off with no thought about what may happen. Charles Kettering said “We should all be concerned about the future – because we will hav

At the beginning of our worship service we recognized 9 of the 13 the children born in 2008 to members of our church family. As I look at those children I see incredible potential. They will experience more changes in their life time than we can ever imagine. It is possible by the time they become ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hey Jude Don't Be Afraid Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2017

Jude speaks of people who "infiltrate" the church to damage it. Who are they and why do they do that? And how can we "contend for the Faith" when faced with these kinds of folks?

It was the winter of 1944. The German army was in a desperate situation and ultimately launched what became known as the Battle of the Bulge. A key part of their strategy was to disrupt and mis-direct reinforcements that the Allies would be sending into the battle. They called it “Operation ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Say Less, Listen More PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

To encourage believers to trust in God's protection and guidance, especially during trials, emphasizing the power of stillness and surrender in strengthening faith.

Good morning, beloved friends. It's a joy and a privilege to gather together in this sacred space, a place where we are united by our shared faith and our shared love for our Savior. As we gather here today, I want you to take a moment to still your heart, quiet your mind, and simply be present in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:14

Topics: Stay Calm