Introduction

The power of words

  • Proverbs 25:15 – Thoughtful speech can have great power!
  • Romans 1:16 – The gospel is the power of God for salvation.
  • Acts 11:14; 4:17 – The word of God is powerful. So much so that the Jewish leaders of the time tried to prevent the apostles from speaking.
  • Psalm 145:4, 6-7, 11-12 – God’s people tell others about God.
  • Colossians 4:5-6 – Let our speech always be with grace, making the most of our opportunities.
  • Ephesians 4:29 – Say only what is good for edification.

What can I say?

Comment: “It’s just like the Bible says…”

  • “you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow” (James 4:14)
  • “whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant” (Matthew 20:26)
  • “he who restrains his lips is wise” (Proverbs 10:19)
  • “He who loves money will not be satisfied with money” (Ecclesiastes 5:10)
  • “he who listens to reproof acquires understanding” (Proverbs 15:32)
  • “everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger” (James 1:19)
  • “If the world hates you, you know that it has hated Me before it hated you.” (John 15:18)

Question: “Have you ever thought about… ?”

Preparing ourselves

Challenge!

  • Pick ONE of these items and pray for an opportunity to say it somewhere to someone.
  • “Please give me an opportunity I can handle.”