Episode 283: Taming the Tongue

Episode 233 December 01, 2021 00:10:04
Episode 283: Taming the Tongue
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Episode 283: Taming the Tongue

Dec 01 2021 | 00:10:04

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Show Notes

The concept of taming the tongue is found in James 3 where God declares, through the apostle James, that “no one can tame the tongue” (James 3:8). The lengthy discussion about the tongue in this chapter is both convicting and illuminating. Among the things this chapter reveals about the tongue: it is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts (verse 5); it is a fire and a world of evil that defiles the whole person (verse 6); it is set on fire by hell (verse 6); and it is an unrestrainable evil and full of deadly poison (verse 7). Is it any wonder, then, that God declares that taming the tongue is impossible? But we should not despair. God’s Spirit is able to change us. And with a changed heart, our tongues will be kept in check.

 

In today’s episode we outline seven principles of godly speech found within the book of James, from the notion that we should be quick to listen and slow to speak to the idea that Christians ought not to swear. 

 

Other scriptures referenced include Proverbs 25:11; Psalm 119:11, 105; John 6:63; Proverbs 18:21; Proverbs 15:1; James 1:19, 26; James 3:9-12; James 4:11-12; James 5:12; Romans 8:10-14; Matthew 19:26; and Ephesians 4:29-30.

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