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Thoughtful Speech in the Epistle of James

Explore the importance of speech in the Epistle of James, emphasizing caution, truthfulness, and the power of words. Learn about the consequences of uncontrolled speech, arrogance, and the significance of speaking the truth in faith. Discover how speech reflects our relationship with God and the need for repentance and humility in communication.

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Thoughtful Speech in the Epistle of James

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  1. BE SLOW TO SPEAK JAMES 3:1-12

  2. SpeechinEpistle of James • Pray1:5-8; 5:12-18 • Do not say: I am tempted by God v.13= be not deceived v.16 • Truthis in v.14-15 • Be slow to speak v.19, Prov. 29:11; 15:28 • Unbridledtongue =vainreligion v.26 • Expressing partiality 2:3 thoughts bad enough • Empty words 2:16,18 • James 3

  3. SpeechinEpistle of James • Fighting words 4:1-3 • Express repentance 4:9 • Do not speak evil of one another 4:11-12; 5:9 • Arrogantboasting 4:13-17 • But above all, my brethren, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath. But let your "Yes" be "Yes," and your "No," "No," lest you fall into judgment. 5:12 • Speak the truth

  4. James 3 • Some wanted the honor without responsibility of being a teacher v.13 • 3:1 is a warning to them • We must control our speech v.2-4 • The power of speech v.5-8 • With great power comes great responsibility • Inconsistency betrays us v.9-12 • We do not knowGod if we do not act, talk, or thinklike God 3:13-4:5; 1 John 4:19-5:3 • Submit to God! 4:6-10; 5:19-20

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