Sermon overview:

Discover the transformative power of words with insights from Proverbs and the teachings of Jesus. This video delves into the dual nature of speech, the wisdom of speaking less, the necessity of honesty, and the beauty of timely words. Learn how the heart influences our communication and how surrendering to Jesus, the Living Word, can change our speech from reckless to redemptive

Sermon Big Idea: God’s wisdom teaches us to steward the power of words.

Outline:

• Context of Proverbs: Storyline of Scripture- Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration
• Direction of Words: Proverbs 18:20-21; 10:11; 15:1-4; 12:18
• Way of Words:
  • Speak less: Prov 10:19-21; 17:27-28
  • Speak honestly: Prov 12:19; 24:26
  • Speak fittingly: Prov. 15:23
• -Surrender of Words: Proverbs Points to Jesus, John 1:1, Heb. 1:1-3
• Application: How is God prompting you to respond in the next week? (Temptation to avoid? Promise to claim? Example to follow? Command to obey? Someone to invest in? A new discipline that will help you love God with your heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love others? A new step to live more on mission?)