Sermon from February 1

Teaching and the Tongue

James 3: 1 - 12

1. Paul lists teaching as the third most important gift in the church (1 Corinthians 12:28) and said we should eagerly desire the greater gifts (1 Corinthians 12: 31).
2. James says we should only teach if our actions line up with our teaching.
3. He's not saying we have to be perfect to be teachers, but we should be aware that we are judged more strictly.
4. If we can control what we say, we have reached perfection.
5. If you can control your tongue, you can overcome every other temptation.
6. How can we use the same mouth to praise God and curse people who are made in His image?