019: Sticks and Stones
In our always timely subject matter, we talk about the incredible power we all wield with our tongues and how the old saying “sticks and stones may break the bones, but words will never hurt” just is not true.
The words we choose to use can break or heal someone and can cause a ripple effect into years from now.
Show Notes
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Key Scripture Passages
Genesis 1:3 — Then God SAID let there be light. (He SPOKE creation into being. Note the references to God’s speech in Creation.)
Proverbs 18:21 – Life and death are in the power of the tongue.
James 3 – Read the whole chapter.
Remember
When Satan lies, he is speaking his native tongue. This is completely opposite of Christ, Who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
Primary Takeaways
- When you speak words, you declare truth to yourself when the world speaks otherwise.
- You can impart wisdom and knowledge to others.
- You can also tell others how to come to Christ.
Truths to Declare to Yourself
- I am made in God’s image.
- I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
- I am made for a purpose.
- I am alive in Christ.
- I am free from oppression.
- I am an heir with Christ.
