Sermons on James 3:2-10:

How To Manage Your Mouth Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. If your TONGUE has ever gotten you into TROUBLE . . . will you please raise your hand? 1. Now turn to each other and say, “I’M NOT SURPRISED!” 2. We are not SURPRISED, because it happens to all of us. COMMENT: There is not a single person here who has not had the experience of saying ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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 World’s Most Dangerous Profession - James 3:1-2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

This passage stands out because teaching is so highly valued throughout the New Testament. Why is it discouraged here? James considered himself a teacher and was teaching even as he penned these words about not many should be teachers.

James 3:1 Not many of you should presume to be teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. Introduction: We Talk a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Fire Danger: High - James 3:2-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

We rarely have adequate conscious awareness of how dangerous our speech really is and the degree of damage that can be done by the forest fires our tongues can start. This message may be a hard one to listen to, but it is full of many crucial warnings. I urge you to give it a listen.

James 3:2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. 4 Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

God’s Iq Test (The Talking Dumb) - James 3:9-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

This sermon shows how that kind of pride can be detected in your speech (the "sun complex"), and what the remedy is.

James 3:9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be. 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? 12 My brothers, can a fig ...read more

Scripture: James 3:9-16

Strength Under Control Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 25, 2022

Blessed are the meek. What did Jesus mean?

Strength Under Control lanny smith Reboot / Gentleness; Meek / Matthew 5:5   Intro: • 98 lb. weakling ads from the comic books. • [IMAGE] 98 lb weakling • [IMAGE] He Man! • Male or female, we worship power. • We fear those who have more. • We want to have more. • We fear losing what power we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5, James 3:8-10, Matthew 20:26-28, Mark 9:33-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cheap Talk And Free Speech Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Words have power. And whether that power accomplishes good or evil depends on where it comes from, and what it is intended to do.

“Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me.” You’ve all heard that saying, haven’t you? We’ve probably all used it, in fact - usually when a child comes home from school upset because someone called her a bad name. We do distinguish between words and actions. That is what ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tongue: Good Or Evil Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 30, 2024

A hard look through the book of James

The No Spin Zone James 3:1-18 September 29, 2024 Tell me which of these was not a tabloid headline - - - - A headless body was found in a topless bar. A werewolf was captured in London. A bat child was found in a cave. An alien Bible was found and they worship Oprah! Computer virus spreads to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Living - Watch Your Speech Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 2, 2024

Continues series in James. Addresses the power of our speech

James 1:19-21, 3:1-12 Speech - Read James 1:19-21 Prayer On a wind-swept hill in an English country church yard, stands a drab slate tombstone. The faint etching reads, Beneath this stone, a lump of clay Lies Arabella Young Who, on the twenty-fourth of May Began to hold her ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19, James 1:19-21, James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

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

Let The Words Of My Mouth: Living With A Heart Aligned To God - Psalm 19:14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 16, 2024

Psalm 19:14 is a verse that speaks to the deepest parts of our spiritual walk with God.

Let the Words of My Mouth: Living with a Heart Aligned to God - Psalm 19:14 "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer." Introduction: Today, we are going to dive into a powerful verse found in the Psalms—a verse that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14, Proverbs 18:21, James 3:9-10, Philippians 4:8, Romans 12:1  (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

The Power Of A Timely Word - Proverbs 15:23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 22, 2024

Proverbs 15:23 - explore the power of timely words and how, through God's wisdom, we can speak life into others' lives.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of a Timely Word - Proverbs 15:23 Introduction: A Word in Season Words hold immense power. Proverbs 15:23 (NLT) tells us, “Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!” Today, we’re going to explore the power of timely ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:23, Proverbs 18:21, James 3:5, Ecclesiastes 3:7, John 14:26, Ephesians 4:15, Colossians 4:6, Luke 4:22, John 8:7, Psalm 19:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

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