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THEME: Uncharted
SERIES: Got Wisdom?
TITLE: Say What?
Text: Proverbs 18:21
“I tell you, on the Day of Judgement people will give an account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified and by your words you will be condemned.”
Mt. 12:36-37
I. THE POWER OF WORDS-USED WRONGLY
“A slip of the foot you may soon recover, but a slip of the tongue you may never get over.”
Ben Franklin
Pr.12: 17-19. “Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.” (NLT)
Some wrongful ways we use our words:
1. (Deceitful flattery). “A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.” 26:28
2. (Slander and gossip). “A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence.” 11:13 (NLT)
3. (Arguments, strife and angry words). 18: 6-7
4. (Boasting and foolish talk). 17:27-28 “It is better to keep your mouth shut and thought a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.” Lincoln
5. (Profanity and vulgarity).
II. THE POWER OF WORDS-USED CORRECTLY
“Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.” Pr.12:18 (NLT)
What kind of words bring a positive message?
1) Our words should be (honest). “Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.” 12:19 (NLT)
2) Our words should be (wise and sound). “The mouth of the righteous flows with wisdom …The lips of the wise spread knowledge…A wise man is he who listens to counsel.” (10:31a; 15:7a; 12:15b)
3) Our words should be (faithful). “Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.” 27:6 (NIV)
4) Our words should be (encouraging). “Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” 16:24 (ESV)
5) Our words should be (under control).
NEXT WEEK: Theme: Uncharted Series: Got Wisdom?
Title: Don’t Lose Control!
Scripture: Proverbs 14:16-17, 29; 15:18; 16:32 & more
