Sermons on pleasant tongue: showing 361-375 of 28,562

"Getting Real Religion" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2008

Fourth sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

It should be the goal of every Christian to make sure that they avoid the tragedy of having a saved soul, but living a wasted life. This is the subject of our passage for today. James speaks to us about getting "real religion," that is, how to make sure we live out our faith in such a way that our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

"Words Of Integrity" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 17, 2008

Fifth sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

The religious leaders of Jesus’ day had developed a curious hierarchy of oaths, which were categorized in such a way that some oaths were considered more binding than others. This is illustrated by what Jesus had to say to the Scribes and Pharisees in Matthew 23:16-22 (read passage). These oaths ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Think Before You Speak - Introduction Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 9, 2011

Wild beasts can be tamed, but not the human tongue. That is, it cannot be tamed except the Spirit of God do it. The Lord has used this sermon to help our people to season their speech with grace. My outline, developed years ago, is the same as an outline

T-H-I-N-K Before You Speak Calvary Baptist Church 5/29/2011 Matthew 16:23; James 3:1-12 et. al. INTRODUCTION: In Matthew 16:23, Peter stands in front of Jesus. Peter, as always, had something to say. Jesus then said, “Get behind me, Satan.” Satan wasn’t standing there, at least not in the flesh. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Strong Holds"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 12, 2008

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that many of us are battling/warring “little things” that is hindering our destiny in God.

12 December 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel F.O.B. Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: We are Christians at War, and many of us are battling/warring against little things (that have STRONG holds on us mentally and spiritually) which are hindering our DESTINY IN GOD. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Little Words

Contributed by George Durham on Jul 5, 2017

The Power of Words for good or evil

THE POWER OF THREE LITTLE WORDS James3:1-12; Psalms 19:14 May these words of my mouth & this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. SPEECH IS A POWERFUL THING. What you can do with your mouth is More ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Do You Want Cheese With Your Whine?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 17, 2017

Have you ever tracked FED-EX, UPS or the Post Office material? Have you ever tracked your words to see how communication skills are needed?

DO YOU WANT WHINE WITH YOUR CHEESE? TRACKING... COMMUNICATION SKILLS --- EXAMINE YOUR WORDS AS WELL AS YOUR HEART... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THERE ARE SOME HARD TO LEARN LESSONS... ONE OF ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:45, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Is Complaining Such A Big Deal To God?

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 2, 2018

Many think complaining doesn't matter, but God knows it stops growth, cultivates the flesh, and will alter our permanent nature. Paul offers a remedy - a healthy mind, and steps to new thought patterns.

WHY IS COMPLAINING SUCH A BIG DEAL TO GOD? Phip. 4:8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHO DO I SHOOT? 1. A new soldier was on sentry duty at the main gate. His orders were clear. No car was to enter unless it had a special sticker on the windshield. 2. A big Army car came up with a general seated in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Cannot Be Tamed

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 9, 2019

A study in the book of James 3: 1 – 18

James 3: 1 – 18 The thing that cannot be tamed 1 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. 3 Indeed, we put ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Taming The Untamable Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 25, 2019

In this message we are going to talk about the tongue and how to tame it with God's help.

Taming The Untamable #makingitreal James 3:1-12 OKAY… We are in this series on the book of James called, ‘Making It (making our faith) Real…’ A 2000 year old letter written by the breath of God and the pen of James the half brother of Jesus. A LETTER - to encourage Jesus-followers in the first ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Talk About Tongues Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Paul has dealt with one problem after another in the church at Corinth. Here’s still another. It’s the issue of tongues.

LET’S TALK ABOUT TONGUES I CORINTHIANS 14 INTRODUCTION: A lot of Baptist are talking about this subject today! Paul has dealt with one problem after another in the church at Corinth. Here’s still another. It’s the issue of tongues. There are five occasions in the N.T. that deal with this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Straight From The Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2017

In this sermon, we cover the first eleven verses of Philippians 1 and we learn about the importance of learning to communicate appropriately words of appreciation, love and encouragement.

Introduction: A. Once there was an old blacksmith who was nearing retirement and so he picked out a young man to train as his apprentice. 1. The old blacksmith was rather gruff and exacting – He said to the young man, “Don’t ask me a lot of questions, just do whatever I tell you to do.” 2. One day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God In The Hands Of Angry Sinners Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 1, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 2: 1 – 47

Acts 2: 1 – 47 God in the hands of angry sinners 2 When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 Then there appeared to them ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Speaking Without Thinking Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 10, 2015

Not even Christians can control their tongues!

How important is what we say to people? We noted several weeks ago that, Relationships are only as good as how we communicate! Not only are the actual words we say are important, how we say it can really make a difference right? Especially in the Filipino language; we need to be careful when we say ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit's Awakening: Pentecost Day SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The manifestations of the Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, God's timing of the event, and the crowd's response are explored. With the outpouring of the Spirit, the church is becoming a prophetic community. The whole church is to be a prophetic community.

Today, we will delve into the events of the Day of Pentecost as described in the Book of Acts. This significant day marks the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit to His followers. Let us explore the perfect timing of this event, the manifestations of the Spirit, and the reactions ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Topics: Gifts, Tongues

How We Talk - Part 4: Words Of Encouragement

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 10, 2010

Last of this series on how we can use our tongues for good or bad.

How We Talk Part 4 – Words of Encouragement Various Scriptures May 2, 2010 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: This is the last message in a series about how we speak. We started off looking at how what we say is a reflection of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:21

Denomination: Wesleyan