Colossians 3:17 in all English translations. Their pride is easily wounded. There is a strong tendency for westerners to partition their lives into sections which may or may not be interdependent upon each other. The Hope of Easter: Children's Sermon Lesson on The Resurrection of Jesus from John 20:1-18. That change is not something we have done. Ephesians 2:10 tells us that inherent in our salvation is the fact that we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Paul adds in Titus 2:14 that Jesus redeemed us in order to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. So while we can be saved by our righteous deeds (Titus 3:5), we are saved to walk in good deeds. God bless you very much. 4 Peace & Thankfulness), As I pointed out last week, the more the word of Christ richly dwells within us, the greater we will change and live out these virtues. Here in Colossians 3 verses 12-17 we are given clear and cogent instruction on what the new person in Christ looks like. We are told how to live the new life in Christ and what that restored life looks like. Scripture: Colossians 3:8-17. Sermons. (See: Expressing the Indwelling Word of Christ), This morning we come to verse 17 and Pauls culminating statement about the general virtues by which disciples of the Lord Jesus are to live. In this crazy society people even shoot each other if someone disrespects them on the freeway. I know I have said things before that I regretted saying immediately after I said them. What exactly does that mean? The old man may be dead, but the new man has to live in the same old body with the same old mind, and so it will take some work to break the old evil habits and be transformed by a mind renewed through the washing of the water of the word. It is the willingness to suffer injury instead of inflicting it. I love their colors and they smell so fragrant. Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version. (Edstrom), John 1:29-42 Bringing People to Jesus (Miller), John 1:43-51 Greater than These (Edstrom), John 1:43-51 Jesus Invites Nathanael (Klein), John 2:13-22 Right Thing, Wrong Place (Wuori), John 2:13-22 Respecting the Temple (Edstrom), John 3:1-17 Goes with You Everywhere (Edstrom), John 3:1-17 Nicodemus and Born Anew (Klein), John 3:14-21 For God So Loved the World (Wuori), John 3:14-21 New and Better Life (Edstrom), John 4:5-42 The Living Water of Gods Love (Wuori), John 4:5-42 Planting Seeds of Gods Love (Edstrom), John 4:5-42 Jesus Breaks the Rules (Miller), John 6:1-21 A Boy and His Lunch (skit format) (Miller), John 6:24-35 Filled with Gods Love (Edstrom), John 6:56-69 The Treasure Inside (Edstrom), John 7:37-39 Rivers of Living Water (Edstrom), John 9:1-41 More than One Way of Seeing (Edstrom), John 10:1-10 Recognize the Voice (Edstrom), John 10:1-10 The Jobs of a Shepherd (Wuori), John 10:11-18 Jesus, the Good Shepherd (Klein), John 10:22-30 Theyll Know Us by Our Love (Edstrom), John 10:22-30 Watch What They Do (Miller), John 11:1-45 Life, Now and Forever (Edstrom), John 11:1-45 Living Forever with God (Wuori), John 11:1-45 Jesus Best Wonderful Thing (Miller), John 12:1-8 The Fragrance of Thanks (Edstrom), John 12:20-33 At Just the Right Time (Edstrom), John 12:20-33 Service: A Godly Honor (Edstrom), John 13:33-35 The New Commandment (Wuori), John 13:31-35 The Most Important Thing (Miller), John 14:1-14 Do Not Let Your Heart Be Troubled (Edstrom), John 14:15-21 Warmed by Gods Spirit (Edstrom), John 14:16-18 Jesus Makes a Promise (Miller), John 14:23-29 Peace I Leave with You (Edstrom), John 14:23-29 God Is Always with Us (Miller), John 15:9-14 The Place Where You Live (Edstrom), John 15:26-27, 16:4-15 He Will Take What Is Mine (Wuori), John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 Listening to the Spirit (Edstrom), John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 Something to Remember (Edstrom), John 17:1-11 Finishing the Work (Edstrom), John 17:6-20 Jesus Prayed for His Friends (Klein), John 17:20-26 Jesus Prays for Us (Miller), John 18:1 19:42 Jesus Returns to Heaven (Wuori), John 18:33-37 Whats the Truth? In wisdom we are to teach and admonish one another. (Edstrom), Luke 15:1-10 One Person Matters (Edstrom), Luke 15:1-10 The Lost Puppy & the Lost Sheep (Klein), Luke 16:1-13 Taking Care of Business (Edstrom), Luke 16:1-13 You Can Count on It (Edstrom), Luke 16:19-31 Caring for Each Other (Edstrom), Luke 17:5-10 Tap into the Energy (Edstrom), Luke 17:11-19 Taking the First Step (Edstrom), Luke 18:9-14 Better than Anyone Else? Does this If not, what doesit mean? (Edstrom), Luke 24:13-49 Because God Said So (Wuori), Luke 24:13-25 On the Road to Emmaus (Klein), John 1:1-14 The Light of the World (Edstrom), John 1:1-18 The Power of the Word (Edstrom), John 1:1-18 The Word in All Languages (Edstrom), John 1:6-8, 19-28 Lighting Our Way (Edstrom), John 1:6-8, 19-28 Preparing for a Big Event (Edstrom), John 1:6-8, 19-28 The Real Thing (Donovan), John 1:29-42 Do You Recognize Me? Used by permission of Zondervan. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Q1. Yes, every word and every deed. Children's Sermons for Luke 17. Sermon4Kids. Sermon: Jesus Restores Our Lives - Colossians 3 by Calvin Wittman on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM Sermon series: What Does Jesus Do For Us? Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. One rejects the urge to repay gossip with gossip and a bad turn with a worse turn. There are always interesting things to see along the way and it feels good to be outside. Download our teaching notes below, gather your object lesson supplies, and watch the demonstration video below as you prepare to teach. He serves as a trustee at Criswell College, and regularly contributes to Open Windows, a monthly LifeWay devotional publication. The Bible teaches us to walk in love (3:14). (Edstrom), Acts 2:1-21 The Language of Love (Edstrom), Acts 2:14, 22-32 The Real Thing (Edstrom), Acts 2:14, 36-41 Finding Your Way (Edstrom), Acts 2:42-47 Gathering Together (Edstrom), Acts 3:12-19 Source of Our Power (Edstrom), Acts 4:32-35 One Heart and Soul (Edstrom), Acts 5:27-32 The Highest Authority (Edstrom), Acts 7:54-60 God Wants Me to Forgive (Klein), Acts 8:14-17 Getting Off to a Good Start (Edstrom), Acts 9:36-43 Choose Your Devotion (Edstrom), Acts 11:1-18 One Spirit for All (Edstrom), Acts 16:9-15 Listen for the Call (Edstrom), Acts 16:16-34 The Best of a Bad Situation (Edstrom), Acts 17:22-31 Right Where It Is Suppose to Be (Edstrom), Romans 1:16-17: 3:22b-28 Its Free (Edstrom), Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 Promise of Grace (Edstrom), Romans 6:12-23 Choosing the Right Path (Edstrom), Romans 7:15-25 This Way or That (Edstrom), Romans 8:12-25 Learning to Wait (Edstrom), Romans 8:26-30 When We Are Weak (Edstrom), Romans 9:1-5 Remember Who You Are (Edstrom), Romans 11:1-2, 29-32 Changing Your Mind (Edstrom), Romans 14:1-12 Choices Made in Peace (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Enrich Your Life (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Getting Along Together (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Inspiration (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Making Wise Choices (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 Laying a Strong Foundation (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 Gods Temple (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Where Gods Spirit Lives (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Knowledge and Love (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Giving All (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Race for the Goal (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 God Is Faithful (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 A Sweet Gift (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Being a Part of the Whole (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 The Greatest Is Love (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Recycling Our Mistakes (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 First Fruits (Donovan), 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 All of Life (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 Letter from God (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 3:12 4:2 The Light of Truth (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 Light of Knowledge (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 A Soft Place to Land (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4;13 5:1 Do Not Give Up (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 Walking by Faith (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 New Beginnings (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 The Right Time (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Enthusiasm (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 12: 2-10 Filled with Grace (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 Living in Peace (Edstrom), Galatians 1:1-12 Choose the Right Reason (Edstrom), Galatians 1:11-24 The Story of a Man Named Paul (Edstrom), Galatians 2:15-21 The Shape of Faith (Edstrom), Galatians 3:23-29 Its about Love (Edstrom), Galatians 4:4-7 Cause for Celebration (Edstrom), Galatians 5:1, 13-25 What It Means To Be Free (Edstrom), Galatians 6:1-16 Simple Acts of Kindness (Edstrom), Ephesians1:11-23 Spirit of Wisdom (Edstrom), Ephesians 2:1-10 We Are What He Has Made (Edstrom), Ephesians 2:11-22 We Are the Temple of God (Donovan), Ephesians 3:1-12 Boundless Riches (Edstrom), Ephesians 3:14-21 Rooted in Love (Edstrom), Ephesians 4:1-16 Worthy of the Calling (Edstrom), Ephesians 4:25 5:2 Live in Love (Edstrom), Ephesians 5:8-14 Live in the Light (Edstrom), Ephesians 5:15-20 A Melody in Your Heart (Edstrom), Ephesians 6:10-20 Extra Strength (Edstrom), Ephesians 6:10-20 About Being Prepared (Klein), Philippians 1:1-11 More than Enough (Edstrom), Philippians 1:21-30 Worthy of the Gospel (Edstrom), Philippians 3:4b-14 A High Calling (Edstrom), Philippians 3:174:1 Standing Firm (Edstrom), Philippians 4:1-9 Let Your Gentleness Be Known (Edstrom), Colossians 1:11-20 Things Visible and Invisible (Edstrom), Colossians 1:15-28 Grounded and Steadfast (Edstrom), Colossians 2:6-19 Established in the Faith (Edstrom), Colossians 3:1-11 Replacing What No Longer Fits (Edstrom), Colossians 3:12-17 Walk in Love (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Always Give Thanks (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Entrusted with Good News (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 The Love that Works in You (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Kindness Multiplied (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 How Long Is Forever (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Build Each Other Up (Klein), 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 The Lesson of Encouragement (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Rejoice Always (Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Seeds of Faith(Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Full and Overflowing (Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 With Quietness Work (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Second Chance (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Learning to Be Peaceful (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Everything We Need (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 1:1-14 The Power of Love (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 3:14 Inspired by Gods Word (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 The Good Fight (Edstrom), Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 The Joy of Creation (Edstrom), Hebrews 2:10-18 Who Do You Trust (Edstrom), Hebrews 5:1-10 The Problem of Perfection (Edstrom), Hebrews 10:11-25 Encourage One Another (Edstrom), Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 The Mystery (Edstrom), Hebrews 11:29 12:2 A Cloud of Witnesses (Donovan), Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Unchanging Love (Edstrom), 1 Peter 1:3-9 Indescribable Joy (Edstrom), 1 Peter 1:17-23 Finding Our Way (Edstrom), 1 Peter 2:2-20 Building Our Spiritual House (Edstrom), 1 Peter 3:13-22 What Is Your Hope? I have had to intervene into quite a few rifts in relationships caused directly by the unclear meaning of the messages sent back and fo The greater my understanding of Jesus and His commandments, the greater will be my ability to live according to what He wants. You can use them to bless people, praise God, and make our world a better place. And all this is to be done in an attitude of praise and worship, as we give thanks to God for all He has done. 3 The Love of the Elect) Gods greatest demonstration of this was Jesus Christ dying as the sin sacrifice in our place to redeem us and offer the possibility of being adopted into His family. Some people are like Nutrasweet. Be honest and instead of trying to excuse or diminish your wrong, acknowledge, repent and ask for forgiveness. Download the teachers notes, watch our Children's Message example, and gather your supplies. Text: Colossians 3, 12-17. If you dont want the world to see it, dont post it where the world can see it. (See: Christian Virtues, Pt. Colossians 3:17, Psalms 34:13, Proverbs 13:3, James 3:3-6. In fact, while the world may give lip service to these characteristics in a kind of patronizing kind of way, it looks down upon these traits and ascribes them to weak, timid, insecure losers. In Matthew 15 Jesus rebuked the Pharisees and scribes for their criticism about the disciples neglecting their tradition about ritual washing of hands. Osgood resolved not to spend any pennies but to save them. Second, it means replacing the feeling of resentment and anger with good will, a love that seeks the other's welfare, not harm. Older Children Do one or more of the following: 1) Write down all the verses mentioned in the sermon and look them up later. (Edstrom), Matthew 11:2-11 With Our Own Eyes (Edstrom, Matthew 11:2-11 Who Else Is Coming? The imagery here is that God has called us out of the world to live in His eternal presence. Where do you like to walk? (Colossians 3:17) The words you speak are a gift from God! Some people, when they admonish or teach others, assume a condescending or holier than thou attitude. To reinforce what Nicodemus did, I have used hand motions to help the children understand how different his actions were. When I first outlined how I would divide up the text for a sermon schedule, I was planning to cover all of these virtues in just two sermons. We use sugar in cooking to make things sweet. 8 But now you also, put them all aside: anger, wrath, malice, slander, [and] abusive speech from your mouth. As one person quipped, I cant hear you because your actions are shouting too loudly. People can get away with lying until their actual deeds become known, for then their behavior proves their words are simply empty rhetoric. Why is the tongue so hard to control? It is HIS divine will that young people come to faith in and find salvation through the Gospel and the work of the to bring them to faith. We are to teach and admonish one another instruct in righteousness and warn against unrighteous attitudes and behavior. Colossians 3:17New International Version. Cancel anytime. The combination of the music, scripture reading and message can help you to focus your mind so that you can truly bless the Lord with your tongue from your heart. Sermon of the Week Calendar All Sermons; Bible Stories; People in the Bible . It is a natural product that comes from the sugar cane plant. Cancel anytime. (Miller), Matthew 21:23-32 What Do You Think? It means being thankful for all God has given us. Read full chapter. Prepare meaningful sermons and worship events with our sermons, illustrations, quotes, humor, commentary, powerpoint, children's sermons and bulletins. 2. The way we think and our view on life is radically changed so that we are in actual harmony with God. We are to put those things to death. (Edstrom), Luke 2:41-52 Obedience of a Son (Edstrom), Luke 2:41-52 Jesus and His Parents (Miller), Luke 3:1-6 Getting from One Place to Another (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-18 Spreading the Good News (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-18 A Story without a Book (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-16 Time to Make Changes (Miller), Luke 3:15-22 The Best Compliment (Edstrom), Luke 4:1-13 Filled with Gods Spirit (Edstrom), Luke 4:14-21 Filled with the Spirit (Edstrom), Luke 4:14-21 Making Things Happen (Edstrom), Luke 4:21-30 All Spoke Well of Him (Edstrom), Luke 5:1-11 Blessed with Abundance (Edstrom), Luke 5:1-11 Gods Unexpected Blessings (Edstrom), Luke 6:17-26 Temporary Blindness (Edstrom), Luke 6:17-26 Crowds and Crowds and Crowds (Miller), Luke 6:27-38 Giving More than Is Needed (Edstrom), Luke 7:1-10 The Soldier Who Surprised Jesus (Miller), Luke 7:36 8:3 Lightening Our Load (Edstrom), Luke 7:36 8:3 Loving and Forgiving (Edstrom), Luke 7:36 8:3 Jesus and the Women (Miller), Luke 8:26-39 Jesus and the Sick Man (Miller), Luke 8:26-39 The Man Who Lived in a Graveyard (Klein), Luke 9:28-43 When You Need Advice (Edstrom), Luke 9:28-36 The Vision about Jesus (Miller), Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Who Do You Represent? Sermon: Jesus Restores Our Lives - Colossians 3. In our verse this morning it says that we are to work hard at everything we do. Sermon. And because Jesus has restored our life, because He has given us abundant life, we are new creations, made in His image. First, Nicodemus was a religious man. Worse, there seems to be little understanding that what they profess to believe about God should be applied to how they live their lives outside of church. Paul gives general exhortations to the Colossians concerning these Christian virtues in verses 12-17. It is something Christ has done for us, in us and through us. It means helping each other. Has your life ever been restored? He's Where the Joy Is by Tara-Leigh Cobble, Black Church Leadership & Family Conference. Our gratitude causes us to be careful about how we carry the name of Christ. Their foolishness and their unteachability never drive it to cynicism or despair; their insults and their ill-treatment never drive it to bitterness or wrath" (The Letters to the Philippians, Colossians, and Thessalonians [Louisville: Westminster, 1975], p. 158). . 158 Myers Corners Road Have you ever know those people you simply had to endure. Once words get out of our mouths we cannot take them back. 3. Thankfulness to God is one of the hallmarks of genuine Christian faith. That is why it is important that we are careful what we say to each other. Patience is not something the world teaches us to practice. 1.). How can you live in such a way so that all is done in the name of the Lord Jesus? A major problem with our speech is that reveals what is in our hearts what we are actually thinking and how we view the world. Ephesians 4:29 a good summary of _________________ restrained and restricted communication, Your _______________ also communicates and sometimes louder than what you say, Your words and deeds must correspond and they must be in keeping with __________ character and will, We are saved to do good _____________- Ephesians 2:10; Titus 2:14; Matthew 5:16; Hebrews 10:24. (Miller), Luke 13:31-35 Finishing Your Work (Edstrom), Luke 14:25-33 What Is the Cost? Hebrews 11:1-3 | Search Results | Sermon and Worship Resources It means letting the peace of God rule in your hearts (3:15). Is that wonderful change in your life evident? This morning we come to verse 17 and Paul's culminating statement about the general virtues by which disciples of the Lord Jesus are to live. Colossians 3:1-4 Things Above (Edstrom) Colossians 3:1-4 Look Up! 13:15; 1 Thess. For the true Christian, forgiveness may not be easy, but it's not optional either. Write out and memorize some of the proverbs dealing with the tongue that would be helpful in your life. So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Sermon4Kids. (Edstrom), Luke 24:1-12 New Life (Easter eggs) (Edstrom), Luke 24:13-35 Getting to Know You (Edstrom), Luke 24:13-35 Whats the Story? It is marked by the ability to respond in love when others treat us poorly. It is an essential characteristic of the transformed life. This includes everything. 5:17-20, Whatever you do in word covers everything you communicate by means of __________________. This, too, is evidence of the Holy Spirit living inside of a Christian. Hebrews 13:15 tells us, Through Him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that give thanks to His name. According to 1 Thessalonians 5:18 we are to give thanks in everything. That can only be done if our hearts are correctly set on the Lord so that we seek to understand life according to His direction and trust Him for the future even when we do not understand the present. First, by the time you remember it, you have calmed down. (Edstrom), John 18:33-37 For This I Was Born (Edstrom), John 20:1-18 The Promise of Easter (Edstrom), John 20:1-18 A Resolution for the Heart (Wuori), John 20:19-31 What to Leave Behind (Edstrom), John 20:19-31 Peace Be with You (Edstrom), John 20:19-31 What We Cannot See (Edstrom), John 20:19-31 What We Do Not See (Edstrom), John 20:19-31 The Meaning of Pentecost (Wuori), John 20:19-31 The Things We Cant See (Wuori), John 21:1-19 Its Time to Follow (Miller), Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 Whats in the Heart? Yes, it means being kind to one another. What does it mean to pray in Jesus name? If not, why not? Nutrasweet is also an artificial sweetener. Lets pray together and thank God the power to use our words for good! Since a letter or note has to be written by hand or typed and then hand delivered or mailed, there is usually more thought put into what is written and caution before it is sent for delivery. We are to clothe ourselves with garments of the new life in Christ. We need to make sure that our sweetness is the real thing. Theres something about their phony sweetness that leaves a bitter taste in your mouth. The technique often works and we give up on talking to them about their actions and words. Why pay attention to anything said by anyone whose actions prove them to be a liar? Colossians 2. Used by permission of Zondervan. May our families be whole. Just as we are to pray according to Jesus will if we are to be confident in receiving what we ask (1 John 5:14-15), so in everything we do in word or deed, we are to do them in such a way that they would be according to Jesus will. You instruct them as to what they should do and you warn them as to what they should not do. First, it means to forego the right of striking back. In Colossians 3:16-17, Paul describes a life that is happy in God. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. 37 For by your words you shall be justified, and by your words you shall be condemned.. But in this context he is telling us to put on certain characteristics that will prepare us for peace, not war. Scripture quotations from the World English Bible, All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. Like a bit in a horses mouth, or a rudder on a ship, it is small but can direct something vastly greater by proportion. Remember that love is the sash or belt that binds all of these garments together. Article. Second, when you do remember the word and its meaning it will remind you of the truth you need to apply. Grace Bible Church Home Page || Sermon Archives, For comments, please e-mail Church office, Subscribe to Pastor Harris weekly Sermon Notes via email Click Here, Grace Bible Church Again, that is an advantage in many situations, but a disadvantage if you are not careful about what you write. They portray themselves as thoughtful and caring at a Christian fellowship meeting, but at home they are selfish and demanding. (By the way, I have a little acronym to help you when you get angry at someone. Now before I go on to expand on whatever you do in word or deed, I want to emphasize what is to control our communications and actions. If you do not have someone helping you in your daily walk with the Lord, then you need to get involved with others and develop those kinds of relationships. I want others to see the Lord Jesus Christ living ________________ me. As we come to understand the will of the Lord and are filled with the Spirit we will bear the fruit of always giving thanks for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father (Ephesians 5:17-20). I do. Shop our Sunday School Curriculum and Bible Lessons for Kids. If you question their behavior and ask about their profession of being a Christian, they always have some excuse for it, claim they are okay with God, and challenge you about being judgmental. Those without this knowledge walk around in ignorance thinking they are doing what is right before God, while in actuality they live contrary to His word and often even bring shame on His name. What Paul is saying here is that the peace of God should govern our hearts. Dr. Calvin Wittman is pastor of Applewood Baptist Church, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. But what happens when you get into the car and head home and someone cuts you off and nearly causes an accident? John Piper Nov 26, 1995. . Group Activities It is HIS divine will that young people come to faith in Jesus Christ and find salvation through the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit to bring them to faith. It is evil beliefs that result in expressions of evil and evil desires. This past week the mens Bible study was examining James 3:1-12 and the dangers of the tongue because it is so powerful, yet it is so difficult to control. What change has been wrought in your life? People will say something cruel and then try to excuse it saying they did not mean it and so they add a lie onto what they have already done wrong. Notice that in this verse that Paul uses Jesus name. You all know about sugar. Remember that God is always more concerned with the condition of our heart for it is the heart that determines the actions and course of our lives. James tells us this may be the reality of daily living, but it should not be. Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 If not, what needs to change? 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