Sunday Sermon – April 28, 2024 – “The Evil in the Tongue” – James 3:1-12
April 28, 2024
The Evil in the Tongue
James 3:1-12
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Dr. Kelly B. Burton
Because of the subject of chapter 3, we might assume that James’ readers were quarreling with one another. Perhaps the pressures of their trials have resulted in their verbal abuse of one another. Using a series of vivid illustrations that were common in his day, James underscores the evil in the tongue. To be able to control your tongue is a clear example of pure and useful religion.
Sermon in a Sentence: Worthless religion is revealed in a reckless tongue. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.
Three alarming facts about our tongue:
3:1-5a The Power of the Tongue
A warning to would-be teachers.
Illustrations of the power of the tongue.
3:5-8 The Deadly Poison of the Tongue
The tongue is a restless evil.
Illustrations of the destruction of the tongue.
3:9-12 The Hypocrisy of the Tongue
Ways we use our tongue in church.
Illustrations of the hypocrisy of the tongue.
Sunday Sermon – April 21, 2024 – “The Word: A Mirror to the Soul” – James 1:16-25
April 21, 2024
The Word: A Mirror to the Soul James 1:16-25 Sunday, April 21, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton James is writing to Jewish Christians who have met various kinds of trials. Their faith is being tested. It is hard not to complain during adversity. In these verses today James clears the fog between tests and temptations.… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – April 14, 2024 – “The Bumpy Road to Maturity” – James 1:1-8
April 14, 2024
The Bumpy Trail to Maturity James 1:1-8 Sunday, April 14, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton If you like things straight and to the point you will love the apostle James. His letter deals with issues with which we are very familiar. That’s why we love James. According to James if we are saved it ought… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – April 7, 2024 – “A Call to Christian Courage ” – 2 Timothy 2:1-7
April 7, 2024
A Call to Christian Courage 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Sunday, April 7, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Sound doctrine is a key theme in the letters to Timothy and Titus. Unhealthy heresies were multiplying in the early church. Paul left Timothy in Ephesus to confront false teachers. Over time, Timothy grew weary and wanted to quit.… Read More »
