Sunday, August 1, 2021
I. Learn the Value of the Truth v. 25
II. Learn How to Manage Emotions v. 26-27
III. Learn The Importance of Responsibility v. 28a
IV. Learn Compassion and Benevolence v. 28b
V. Learn the Power of Words v.29
· Words are tools.
· Every word we speak is a container.
· Words can bring healing. Proverbs 12:18
· Words can bring death or life. Proverbs 18:21
· Words can bring want or satisfaction. Proverbs 18:20
The World and Words
· Words created the physical world. Genesis 1
· Words controlled the world. Genesis 2:19
· Words condemned the world. Genesis 3:3-4
· Words can save the world. Romans 10:9-10
· Words bring about God’s purpose and plan for the world. Isaiah 55: 11
The Wisdom of Ephesians 4:29
· unwholesome word – decaying, demoralizing others
Three Characteristics of Gracious Speaking:
· good for edification - helpful, constructive, and encouraging
· according to the need of the moment – appropriate, as fits the occasion
Be specific with praise.
· so that it will give grace - gracious, courteous, kind, and pleasant
We have been saved by grace and we are kept in grace, therefore, we are to live and speak in grace.
Dialogue - a meaningful exchange of ideas in a climate of acceptance and interest.
To judge before we listen and understand is to alienate and lose the opportunity to influence.
Good communication is the fuel that maintains relationships. Without it, families fail in many ways.
Questions for Faith at Home
· Why is it important to think about what we say to others?
· Discuss words that build others up and words that tear others down.
