‘Our Words Are Important.’
Proverbs 18:17-21.
a) Proverbs 18:17. They may be examined by other people.
b) Proverbs 18:18. They should not be used to make quarrels.
c) Proverbs 18:19. They can cause broken relationships if used carelessly.
d) Proverbs 18:20. They can yield fruit and Blessing for us.
e) Proverbs 18:21. Both death and life are in their power.
(Through this QT I know that My Words Are Important)
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‘Faith And Works Are Necessary.’
James 2:14-17.
a) James 2:14. Faith needs to be accompanied by Works.
b) James 2:15. We need to consider the poor and hungry.
c) James 2:16. We need to act with Mercy and not just talk religiously.
d) James 2:17. Faith by itself, without works, is dead.
(This Second one reminds me that Faith And Works Are Necessary)
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Chris.
Words should not be used to make quarrels. Words should be used to make peace. We are so easily strongly opinionated about the issues that are close to our heart. That does not mean that we are correct or that there is no room for other people’s opinions. Let us be verbal peacemakers and not causers of conflicts and quarrels
