James 3:2-8 If we cannot “tame the tongue,” (James 3:8), how can we control our speech? It is done by making sure our hearts are right (Proverbs 4:23; James 3:9-12). This lesson will address a few sins of the tongue and how to avoid them. False Teaching This is suggested in the immediate context (James […]
October 10, 2011
Dealing with Rumors
Text: 1 Corinthians 13:6-7 Rumors and Gossip Gossip isn’t necessarily referring to things that aren’t true — it’s repeating things that don’t need to be said that bring harm to someone The Scriptures condemn the work of a talebearer (Leviticus 19:16; Romans 1:29) Engaged in by those who have not found a more profitable use […]
August 23, 2011
Dealing with Sin
1 Corinthians 13:6-7 Dealing with sin must always involve love for truth so that sin is not tolerated, it is dealt with in God’s way, and that we are careful to deal with facts, rather than assumptions and rumors. Private Sin a Brother Commits Against You (Matthew 18:15-17) No one else is involved until you […]
