Sermons on Speech In Order:

Walking The Talk Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 7, 2011

God calls us to be the kind of people who both act and speak out of love.

Our missionaries Bev and Jesse Rich were here two weeks ago, on furlough from Uganda. They spoke briefly during the service, and after the service they showed a video of their ministry and answered our questions. It was all fascinating, God is doing some amazing things there, but one of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's Your Prognosis?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 24, 2020

Are you growing in speech and knowledge? Is there room for optimism in the new year?

11.29.20 1 Corinthians 1:3–9 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! 4 I always thank my God for you because of the grace of God given to you in Christ Jesus. 5 You were enriched in him in every way, in all your speaking and all your knowledge, 6 because the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 15, 2010

How much does love really matter in truth telling?

Introduction It is a simple phrase, a brief phrase, one in which, if it had been omitted, would not have been missed. Nevertheless, it has always caught my eye, perhaps for the very reason that it seems expendable. Look with me at verse 15. Text Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wise Speaking Series

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014

Words matter. Proverbs gives us some advice on how to speak well.

One of the most difficult things to do in life is to control what you say. We do a good job for a while but then in one weak moment and we can do irreparable damage. Words hurt and heal, they go deep into our hearts and minds. The old saying is not true that “sticks and stones can break our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Talk Is Cheap - Or Is It?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2001

A message concerning the speech of Christians.

Talk is Cheap…Or Is It? Holiness in our Speech James 3:1-12, various Scriptures I. Introduction This morning we take our third look at the importance of holiness in our lives. Holiness, you remember from our introductory message two weeks ago, is to be sought first and foremost because GOD is ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Proverbs 16:28

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Tongue Is A Dangerous Weapon Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 8, 2000

The dangers of unChristian speech

THE TONGUE IS A DANGEROUS WEAPON © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: James 3:1-12 n In 1899 four newspaper reporters from Denver, Colorado, set out to tear down the Great Wall of China. They almost succeeded. Literally. The four met by chance one Saturday night, in a Denver railway depot. Al ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Teacher's Burden Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2008

God appoints men to teach His people. Self-appointed counterfeits promote themselves to the detriment of the assemblies of our Lord. However, those whom He appoints bless the people of God.

JAMES 3:1, 2 THE TEACHER’S BURDEN “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle his whole ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

Coup De Moi Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jul 13, 2009

If you want to know if you’ve truly been born again answer the question: "Who is your spiritual daddy?"

I guess it’s a sign of the times in which we live, but a couple of years ago I saw a billboard on I-85 in Charlotte that said, “Who’s the daddy?” There was a picture of a baby and an ad for a genetic testing lab beneath the picture. It’s sad that young folks are so promiscuous they have to have a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Tests Of Real Religion Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 28, 2009

Receptivity to the Word & responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender in obedience to & constant practice of the Word. For inner spiritual devotion to Christ as Lord will be demonstrated by me

JAMES 1:26-27 THE TESTS OF REAL RELIGION We have been studying about being receptive to the Word and responsive to its teachings. Receptivity to the Word and responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender to obedience and constant ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live Life To The Fullest

Contributed by Larry Wise on Jun 2, 2010

A formula for finding the abundant life

How To Live Life To The Fullest I Peter 3:10-12 I know that to some people, living a good life is palm trees and sandy beaches. To some people, it is grease and exhaust fumes and loud race cars. To some people living the good life means playing with your children or grandchildren and enjoying a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-12, 1 Peter 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slander

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 16, 2010

The devil is at his worst when he realizes time is about to run out-he must know the signs of the times, and that Jesus could return at any moment. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Slander Nehemiah 6:5-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Slander.html The project is almost complete...all that remains in restoring the walls is the placing of the gates. And the devil is at his worst when he realizes time is about to run out. The devil must know the signs of the times, and that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Part 11 - Matthew 12:22-37 - The Music Of My Soul Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 26, 2010

If my heart writes the music of my life then my WORDS are the LYRICS OF THE SOUL. I can tell from the lyrics what is in your heart. Open your mouth and I can hear what kind of song is in your heart.

Part 10 - Matthew 12:22-37 - THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL "Where’s my..." "On the kitchen bench" "...keys". "What happened to my..." "It’s in the washing machine. You wore it yesterday." My wife knows my thoughts before I ask. It’s uncanny. "Do you know where my..." "On your desk" "...phone is". She is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational