Sermons on James 3:1:

When I Speak Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 11, 2023

This is the 6th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#6] WHEN I SPEAK… James 3:1-12 Introduction: Have you ever squeezed too much toothpaste out of the tube and then tried to put it back? It’s impossible to put it back. The words we speak are the same. Once you have said it, it is said. You can't put the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Run Your Mouth! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 24, 2022

Based on James 3:1-12 - Challenges hearers to consider both the negative & the positive impact of their words.

“DON’T RUN YOUR MOUTH!” James 3:1-12 FBCF – 10/23/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – (https://www.sermoncentral.com/church-media-preaching-sermons/sermon-video-illustrations/the-power-of-words-4968-detail) How many of you know someone who runs their mouth too much? How many of you run your mouth too much? ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Your Words

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 7, 2017

Taming the tongue and keeping your temper are characters of the Spirit of God working in our lives. We cannot do these things without the Lord's help.

The power of your words James chapter 3:1-12 Introduction- Did you know that there is power in your words? We have all been hurt by other people’s words. Words are used to lift us up and to tear us down. Making eye contact with someone- Good morning or What! How are you? Or eyes and words ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Communication

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Communication is one of the most powerful tools given to mankind. Through communication, relationships are built, ideas are conveyed, and destinies are shaped.

COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” Supporting Texts: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 4:6, Matthew 12:36-37 INTRODUCTION: Communication is one of the most ...read more

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

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Makes You Say The Things You Say? Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 29, 2025

For your character, change your words, and your heart will change.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. For your destiny, change your heart, and your words will change. 2. For your character, change your words, and your heart will change. The Five Most Five Powerful Words ? I love you. ? You are forgiven. ? I pronounce you husband and wife. ? You are hired. ? Yes. B. THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:37, James 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Healing Church - Words Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2023

Words our words carry the power to create a positive environment or a negative environment. Words create worlds – yes- the world’s around us are created by our words. What do your words sound like each day?

Series: “The Healing Church 2023” Sermon #2: Healing Church – Words Thesis: Words our words carry the power to create a positive environment or a negative environment. Words create worlds – yes- the world’s around us are created by our words. What do your words sound like each day? ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Philippians 2:1-5, Philippians 2:14-15, Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 3, 2023

Mature Christian will allow the Lord to tame the tongue.

Taming the tongue James 3:1-12 Good morning everyone- We have been in a series “Faith without works is dead” we are in the fourth week of the study. We have looked at Total surrender Being good stewards with what God has given Faith in action And this morning… “taming the tongue.” Don’t tune ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith Displayed In Your Conversations

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 24, 2024

I want to get a little more detailed and ask if our faith shows up in our conversations.

Last week, we talked about our faith and what part it plays in our lifestyle. Today I want to get a little more detailed and ask if our faith shows up in our conversations. It is estimated that people spend 52 minutes a day talking about someone who is not present. Of those gossip-filled ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our Troublesome Tongues

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 26, 2024

As James challenges his readers to have a true religion, he comes to a part of our faith-life that is nearly impossible to control - our tongues.

Before we dive into the main content of the message today, I want to point out something rather obvious - there are no notes in your bulletins. There is a sense in which this sermon is set up fairly similarly to others - a couple of main points with smaller points, but there is also a sense in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Colossians 3:16, Ephesians 4:29, Luke 6:45, Ephesians 5:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 3, 2024

James focuses on the leaders of the church as he calls into question the source of wisdom - essentially noting that wisdom from God is drastically different than wisdom of the world.

There are decisions that all of us make on a daily basis. Some of those are minor and relatively inconsequential, others are major and potentially life altering. Some impact only us (or so we think), where others reap ramifications on our families, church, workplaces, school, community, and more. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Galatians 5:22-23, James 1:2-8, James 2:14-26, James 3:1-12, Colossians 3:2, Matthew 11:29, Hebrews 12:2, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:21-22, Isaiah 9:6, John 17:4, John 10:10, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

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

The Biblical Foundation Of The 5-Fold Ministry Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 6, 2024

The 5-fold ministry, as described in Ephesians 4:11-16, is a fundamental aspect of the New Testament church.

The Biblical Foundation of the 5-Fold Ministry The 5-fold ministry, as described in Ephesians 4:11-16, is a fundamental aspect of the New Testament church. This ministry is composed of five distinct gifts: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. In this article, we'll explore ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, James 3:1

God Reigns While Kingdoms Crumble Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 26, 2025

Pastor John digs deep in teaching about the significance of Nebuchadnezzar's dream, and why it matters for us today.

"God Reigns while Kingdoms Crumble" Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 1-26-25 Scripture: Daniel 2:31-45 1. Introduction I'm going to start off this morning with a quick question- What is the kind of person that rubs you the wrong way. All of us have a personality type that really rubs us ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-45, James 3:1, Matthew 21:44, Revelation 11:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Sermon On The Art Of Narration

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 29, 2024

Storytelling is defined as the activity of writing, telling, or reading stories.

Edward Miller, an American-born author and illustrator of children’s books once remarked: “Stories are our primary tools of learning and teaching, the repositories of our lore and legends. They bring order into our confusing world. Think about how many times a day you use stories to pass along ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32, James 3:1, Revelation 1:1, Matthew 13:35