Sermons on Our Speech:

Wearying God With Our Words

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 18, 2003

The Bible teaches that man can weary God with his words. Here are some of the various instances when our words weary God.

WEARYING GOD WITH OUR WORDS “You have wearied the LORD with your words; Yet you say, "In what way have we wearied Him?" Malachi 2:17a (NKJV) The spoken word is among the most powerful means of communication. The Bible teaches that man can weary God with his words. Here are some of the various ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Last Speech To The Apostles And Intercessory Prayer - Part 3 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 8, 2019

The Scottish Reformer John Knox had this prayer read to him daily during his last illness. But you would benefit by starting now to read it and meditate on it. What a treasury of truth it is!

Date: Thursday P.M.—The last week of His life Location: Jerusalem Title: Last Speech to the Apostles and Intercessory Prayer Scripture: John 17 We now come to what is known as the High-Priestly prayer of the Lord Jesus. In this prayer, He made intercession for His own. It is a picture of His ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Put Out The Fire Of The Tongue (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 30, 2001

One way to organize this passage is to divide it into three primary sections. First we see James deal with the pride of speech (vv. 1-2a). Second he deals with the power of speech (vv. 2b-5a). Lastly, he deals with the perversion of speech (vv. 5b-12).

How To Put Out the Fire of the Tongue (Part 1) James 3:1-5a Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 29, 2001 Introduction: My girls and I have begun a new hobby of sorts. We’re researching our family tree. I had an opportunity a couple of weeks ago—in fact, it was ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-5

Denomination: *other

Following In His Steps.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 24, 2019

Following in his steps – 1 Peter chapter 2 verses 21-25 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: Jesus is our Example in Life (vs 21-23) SECOND: Jesus is our Substitute in Death (vs 24) THIRD: Jesus is our Guardian Shepherd in Heaven (vs 25) SERMON BODY Ill: • C.S. Lewis was once asked, “Why do Christians suffer?” • He answered, “Why not? They are the only ones who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Brethren

Our Heavenly Heritage

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Apr 17, 2010

If we can be proud of being Native American, African American, etc., why can't we be proud of being Christian American?

1. Introduction a. Over the past years, the equal opportunity and affirmative action programs have pushed the concept of the importance of ethnic diversity. b. We have been told repetitively that we are a richer nation, a richer world, and richer as individuals, because of what a close identity ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Watching Your Words Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 13, 2010

God wants our words to be a source of blessing to Him and to those around us.

Watching Your Words James 3:1-12 Intro: James has already mentioned the need to watch what we say. In the first chapter of James he said James 1:19 “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” Also, James 1:26 “If anyone considers himself ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Becoming A Single-Tongued People (James 3:1-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jun 12, 2022

The power of the tongue, the dangers of the tongue, and the necessity of controlling the tongue. If this is hard, asking God for wisdom is the key (James 1:4).

Let's begin today by reading from James 3:1 (and a part of verse 2): (1) Not many of you, teachers, should become, my brothers, knowing that greater/more intense judgment we will receive. (2) For in many ways, we all stumble. One of the highest callings, for the building up of God's ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Reasons For Our Suffering

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 1, 2003

Suffering can teach us that we may have to realign our priorities, values and sense of what is essential vs. non-essentials

Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it." Unknown. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Tongue: A Key To Harmonious Living SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon explores the power of the tongue and the importance of using it wisely. It emphasizes the need for self-control in speech to promote harmony and avoid destruction.

Lately, there has been a lot of negative news surrounding the Catholic church, particularly regarding allegations of sexual misconduct by priests. While I do not condone these actions, it saddens me because the world is watching and may view the church as hypocritical. However, there is another ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

Topics: Speech, Self-Control

Words On Fire Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 12, 2021

We all need to develop a more "mature tongue."

Words on Fire Walk in Wisdom / Proverbs 1:20–33; James 3:1–12   • A year ago last week, a wildfire swept across San Bernadino county. Nearly 23,000 acres were burned along with 20 buildings, 13 people were injured, and the blaze claimed the life of a firefighter. • Wildfires have become a way ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, 1 Peter 3:10, Proverbs 16:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Setting The Temperature Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 6, 2014

What do you think is the greatest single factor in the life of a congregation?

“Faith That Works: Setting the Temperature” James 3:1-12 What do you think is the greatest single factor in the life of a congregation? What has the most influence in the building up – or tearing down – of a body of people? The preacher? Consistory? The style of worship? ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Speaking The Truth

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 6, 2023

“Speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.” (Ephesians 4:25)

Four high school boys decided to skip the morning classes. After lunch they showed up at school and reported to the teacher that their car had a flat tire. Much to their relief, the teacher smiled and said, “Well, you missed a quiz this morning, so take your seats and get out a pencil and paper.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-25

Denomination: Other

Mundane Ministry/Seismic Significance Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 16, 2008

Sermon #2 in My favorite disciplines series deals with mundane ministries, the discipline of holding one’s tongue, and apropriate smallness (original ideas from John Ortberg’s book, The Life you always Wanted) (Luke 9:45-48)

#2 in the My Favorite Disciplines Mundane Ministry / Seismic Significance Luke 9:45-48 CHCC: December 14, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Last week I talked about one of my Favorite Disciplines – Celebration. In our Pueblo Group we studied a book by John Ortberg about Spiritual Disciplines --- and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:45-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

The Power Of Effective Communication

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Feb 27, 2020

Healthy or effective communication breathes life into every relationship.

THE POWER OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION "The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, And his tongue talks of justice." Psalm 37:30. Effective communication skills can be developed and experienced when our mouths are full of God’s wisdom. "Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:30, Colossians 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational