Sermons on James 3:4:

Sin With The Tongue – Part 1

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Oct 7, 2024

The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell

For many of God's children there is no progress, no forward state, in their spiritual life and in their earthly life, but dryness, weariness, and decay. Thinking about what is the reason, it is not possible to find that reason. But God is in grace to speak on the subject of man's tongue, or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:6-7, Proverbs 18:20-21, James 3:2-12, Psalm 39:1, Job 16:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words Of Kindness, Acts Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 20, 2024

Kindness and compassion are essential for living out our faith in today’s divided world. We are called to reflect God’s heart through our actions and words, promoting healing where division exists. By choosing kindness, we demonstrate the love of Christ to a world desperately in need of hope.

### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Kindness and Service — Church Fuel Video Transcript: “We need to be kind. We need to be a light. An act of kindness can have great impact. Kindness allows others to feel God’s grace through us. Let’s treat others as we would want to be treated. Be loving. Be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, Proverbs 18:21, Galatians 5:13-15, James 3:4-6, Luke 10:25-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stick And Stones Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 28, 2024

Our words are one of the ways that we show our faith and love for God.

James: Practical Faith  James 3:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  10-20–2024 Turtle When I was in junior high, I made the basketball team. The coach, who was known for verbally berating players, quickly gave me the nickname “turtle.” (I had not developed the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue And Putting It On Fire For God Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 14, 2024

Words mean something and can be destructive or encouraging

Help Wanted: Relationship or Religion Series #3 Taming the tongue and putting it on fire for God James chapter 3:1-10 Good morning everyone, glad to have you join us. Please turn to James chapter 3:1-10. We have been in a series on relationships vs. religion. We have looked at what the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Sin With The Tongue – Part 2

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Nov 15, 2024

The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell

Continued from Part 1 What are the words that cause sin? Second. Proverbs 15:1-2 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly. A soft answer turns away wrath; A harsh word ignites anger. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:6-7, Proverbs 18:20-21, James 3:2-12, Psalm 39:1, Job 16:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gossip V Grace

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jan 22, 2025

Gossip -that little chatter that can sadden, hurt, even destroy someone. Today we'll look at how it stands in stark contrast to grace

1. Introduction Hey everyone! Today, I want to talk about something we all encounter in our daily lives – gossip. You know that little chatter that can sadden, hurt, even destroy someone. And we’ll look at how it stands in stark contrast to grace. So, let’s dive in! Imagine a church community ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 16:28, Proverbs 18:21

The Power Of Words

Contributed by Elijah Couchman on Feb 18, 2025

The world is full of words, we often become numb to the power of them. The bible tells us that words are a dangerous and powerful tool. But with the help of the Holdy Spirit they can be used to further his kingdom.

Sermon Title: The Power of Your Words 1. Introduction – Set the Stage “Hey everyone! God has something to say tonight. My prayer is that I’m saying what He wants me to say.” Distractions are everywhere – Phones light up without touching them. Challenge: Resist distraction—not just for you, but for ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-12, Luke 6:45, Matthew 12:36-37

Every Word Matters! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 21, 2025

James tells us that if we want to pursue perfection in Jesus then we need to control our tongues and make sure the words that come off it are fruitful Godly words. The warning he throws at us is the uncontrolled tongue leads to the whole body being set on fire by hell’s flames.

Wild Thing – Every Word Matters – James 3:1-12 Opening Video Illustration: Kids talking about what they hear their parents say to them! Thesis: James tells us that if we want to pursue perfection in Jesus then we need to control our tongues and make sure the words that come off it are fruitful ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 18:21, James 1:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 34:12-14 - Part 5 – The Tongue A Strained Bow - And Depart; Do; Seek; Pursue Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 2, 2025

Today we stress the power of the tongue to do evil but it must be controlled. Also, depart from evil and do good. The tongue is troublesome and we spent time looking at the problem. With everything we must be conformed to the image of Christ. Even Christians fear to commit themselves.

PSALM 34:12-14 - PART 5 – THE TONGUE A STRAINED BOW - AND DEPART; DO; SEEK; PURSUE In our last message in this glorious Psalm we were at the start of the second half of the Psalm. This alphabetic Psalm has 22 verses/stanzas to match the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet, but it has two divisions ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:12, Psalm 90:10, Psalm 31:15, Genesis 6:5, Philippians 4:8, Psalm 34:13, Job 15:35, Psalm 10:7, Psalm 50:11, Romans 3:13, Jeremiah 9:3, James 3:4-10, James 1:26, James 3:2, Romans 8:6-7, Romans 12:1-2, Psalm 34:14, Philippians 3:10-11, 1 Peter 1:13-15, 1 Peter 3:11, Galatians 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Tongue

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025

Control Your Tongue, Before It Controls You

The power of the tongue! Lives have been both lifted and ruined by the tongue. Nations and civilizations have risen and fallen to the tongue. Goodness and mercy have streamed like a gentle river from our speech, but so has a cesspool of filth. The tiny tongue wields a mighty power in our ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Revival Means To Me At Crane Eater Community Church.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 28, 2020

Revival is what we do by living a Holy Spirit filled life. There is no mistaking its fruit.

What Revival Means to Me at Crane Eater Community Church. 1 John 4:9-11NIV At Crane Eater Community Church our out-cry is for revival. That is, revival within, a revival that permeates through and through. In other words, it brings a cleansing within, that works its way out. According to 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-11, James 3:1-12, Hebrews 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Misusing Your Tongue Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 6, 2019

This message serves as instruction for any who struggle with using foul or off-colored language.

Chapter 3 begins a new discussion. The first two chapters of James have been about trials and temptations and how we can overcome them. These trials and temptations are common to everyone. We all have things that cause us to walk through a valley in life. We are all tempted from time to time. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 26, 2021

James devotes most of chapter 3 to our challenge of controlling the tongue. In this sermon, we examine James' pronouncements about the tongue and then look at improper and proper uses of the tongue.

Introduction: A. If your tongue has ever gotten you into trouble, then please raise your hand. 1. Turn to your neighbor and say, “I’m not surprised!” 2. We are not surprised, because it happens to all of us. 3. All of us have had the experience of saying something, and then wishing we had not said ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 25:11, Proverbs 10:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But It’s Only Words

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 10, 2021

We often dismiss our words because actions are what really matter. This sermon looks at some of the warnings the Scripture gives us about the dangers of our words.

BUT IT'S ONLY WORDS: Often we think of actions as being serious but words as being insignificant. TAKING OUR WORDS SERIOUSLY: 1. Your words reveal who you are. - Matthew 12:34-35. - We deny this: “I said it but that’s not who I am.” Like when we lie or burst out in anger. 2. Your words ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-6, James 1:26, Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

06 - James 3:1-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 26, 2021

This is the 6th of 11 Studies in the Book of James and it talks about the importance of controlling the way we use our tongues, and the ill-effects of being careless with the use of our tongues. Special caution is suggested to those who are teachers of God's word.

James 3:1-2 My brethren, let not many of you become teachers, knowing that we shall receive a stricter judgment. 2 For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. After talking about the importance of possessing a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible