Horizon Church Ps Brad & Alison Bonhomme

Series I | Episode II
James 3:9-12
Proverbs 18:21
 
4. Words Have The Power to delight: The Tree
In the Bible, trees are vitally important to the economy:
They help to hold down the soil
They provide beauty and shade
They bear fruit
A fig tree will produce figs because it is consistent with it's nature.
Our words can help to shelter and encourage a weary traveller, and can help to feed a hungry soul.
It's in your nature to replenish, restore and refresh people!
We are called to have:
Speech that is gracious is kind and courteous
Speech that is seasoned with salt is interesting, it invites interaction, adds 'spice' to a discussion and is pure and wholesome.
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Series I | Episode II
James 3:9-12
Proverbs 18:21
3. Words Have The Power to delight: The Fountain
The fresh water represents:
Water is life-giving fountain - Our words can give life
We can not be healthy without water
The good man utters words of wisdom, comfort and edification. 
Thoughtless Speech
Some peoples normal speech pattern is to accuse, belittle, manipulate, mock, insult, or condemn, and their rash words hurt other people and feel like thrusts of a sword.
Reckless words may not be intended to hurt, but can be very hurtful. They may not be thought through. Works spoken from a wiseheart can do the opposite; they can heal (cf. 15:4) instead of hurt.
 
Wise Speech
The tongue of the wise promotes "healing."
Words bring healing because they are faithful and true, gentle and kind, and uplifting and encouraging
 
WISDOM TIP - 'Right words' not only bless people but confirm relationship. Build atmosphere
 
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Series I | Episode I
James 3:2-12
1. Words Have The Power To Direct
2. Words Have The Power To Destroy
 
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