Sermons on James 3:1-8:

What Can You Do With Your Tongue?

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

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

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Manage Our Mouths Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Feb 3, 2002

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

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Gossip: Deadly Sin Of The Tongue

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. This is the time of year when many of us are making/breaking new year's resolutions! a. Lose weight. b. Read Bible through .... read each day. c. Become more involved in life/ministry of the church. 2. Another resolution which many of us need to make (seldom made this time of year) ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-6

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A focal point of discipleship is controlling the tongue.

Thesis: A focal point of discipleship is controlling the tongue. Intro.: 1. Illust. General Robt. E. Lee was once asked what he thought of a fellow officer in the Confederate Army--an officer who had made some mean-spirited remarks about him. Lee thought for a moment, then rated him as being very ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

The Merger Series

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Sep 24, 2007

There should be no separation between speech and life.

I will send the power point for free, just email me the sermon title in the subject line. James 3:1-12 “The Merger” “There should be no separation between speech and life.” Sunday Morning Sermon 09/09/07 Intro: Icaught.com – “your three words video” – posted on their website – it’s good and some ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Test 4: The Tongue Test Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Oct 23, 2007

Jesus said what is in a person’s heart inevitably comes out of his mouth. As water flows from a well, words from your mouth reveal the source’s purity. Knowing that, it makes sense that James would make the tongue test a test of true faith.

1. The first characteristic of a test-failing tongue is that it is condemning. (1-2) 2. The second characteristic of a test-failing tongue is that it is controlling (3-5a) 3. The third characteristic of a test-failing tongue is that it is consuming (5b-6) 4. The fourth characteristic of a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Untamable Tongue

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 17, 2007

The tongue can encourage and build up or discourage and tear down relationships.

Story: “The Tongue” A biblical writer said, “The tongue can no man tame.” A Greek philosopher asked his servant to provide the best dish possible. The servant prepared a dish of tongue, saying: “It is the best of all dishes, because with it we may bless and communicate happiness, dispel sorrow, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

The Tongue

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Sep 20, 2007

We all need a new tongue. One that lifts up the Name of Jesus and doesn’t lie or gossip.

The Battle of the Tongue Pastor Jamie Wright * May 2, 2007* Wed Night Controlling our tongue is one of the toughest battles we will face in our spiritual lives. Our words and our speech are to be glorifying to God and used to build up those around us. It doesn’t take people long to get a feel ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Talking Faith Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 29, 2007

A message from James 3 on the power of the tongue.

Foolproof – A Study of James January 21, 2007 TALKING Faith – James 3:1-12 Video: One Word – from www.sermonspice.com Recap: A few weeks ago we started a series in James about having a foolproof faith. That is, possessing a faith that can’t be fooled into thinking we have real faith ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Grieve The Holy Spirit Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 26, 2007

Part 3 of the series.

Our Personal Relationship With God Part 3 Do Not Grieve The Holy Spirit Of God: Guard Your Tongue Scripture: Ephesians 4:30; James 3:8-10 Introduction This is the final message in my series on developing our personal relationship with Father. Over the last two weeks I have covered the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Taming Of The Tongue

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 30, 2005

The theme of this sermon is surrendering your tongues to the control of the Holy Spirit.

THE TAMING OF THE TONGUE --James 3:5-12 by R. David Reynolds The Japanese give us two proverbs we should never forget. The first one says, “The tongue is but three inches long, yet it can kill a person six feet high.” The second one warns everyone: “The tongue is more to be feared than the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Speech Patterns

Contributed by James May on May 1, 2005

Bridling of the tongue is one of the greatest problems that we face as a Christian.

SPEECH PATTERNS by Pastor Jim May The ability to speak is a wonderful thing, but how we use that ability can often make a tremendous difference in both our own life and the lives of others. Everywhere you turn there are voices. Some are voices of encouragement, some are destructive, and some ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Firestorms

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 1, 2005

Firestorms in relationships can ignite quickly and do maximum damage in a short period of time. Therefore, we need to learn how to prevent firestorms, we need to learn how to put out firestorms, and we need to know how to rebuild after a firestorm has sco

Firestorms in Life Thesis: Firestorms in relationships can ignite quickly and do maximum damage in a short period of time. Therefore, we need to learn how to prevent firestorms, we need to learn how to put out firestorms, and we need to know how to rebuild after a firestorm has scorched our ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tongue

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 18, 2003

Some notes and Scriptures on "the Tongue"

The Tongue James 3: 1-12 The Power of the Tongue : 3:1-2, 5-6 The Problem of Control of the Tongue 3:3-4, 7-8 The Positive and Negative Actions of the Tongue 3:9-12 a)The Power of the Tongue : Jas. 1-2, 5-6 It can destroy ministry 1 Tim 3:2 - the elder 1 Tim 3:12 - the elder’s wife. A ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Pierced Tongues Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jan 19, 2005

James teaches us the destructive nature of the tongue and how we can tame the tongue to be used to glorify God - basic outline from John MacArthur Commentary on James

INTRODUCTION, Can you name the muscle in your body that receives the most exercise and less control than any other? Medically, they say it’s only a 2-ounce slab of muscle, membrane and nerves that allows us to taste, chew, swallow and articulate words. It is called the tongue. The Bible tells us ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ