
“God’s Wisdom for Your Words - Part 1”
Proverbs 18:20-21
December 4, 2022
Main point: The book of Proverbs describes the power of speech and how your words can be used to harm or bless others.
I. Why Words Are Important
II. Foolish/Destructive Words
Flattery
Proverbs 20:17; 26:28; 28:23
Arguing/Mocking
Proverbs 13:10; 17:14; 18:6-7; 30:17
Lying
Proverbs 4:24; 6:16-19; 12:19; 14:25
Gossip/Slander
Proverbs 10:18; 11:13; 16:28; 17:9; 18:8; 20:19; 26:20-22
Angry Speech
Proverbs 10:12; 26:23; 29:11, 22
Hasty Speech
Proverbs 18:13; 15:28; 29:20
Excessive Speech
Proverbs 10:19, 13:3; 14:23; 17:27-28
Sarcasm/Joking
Proverbs 12:18; 26:18-19
Proud Speech
Proverbs 11:2; 18:12; 27:1-2
Perverse Speech
Proverbs 8:13; 17:20
III. How to Change Your Speech
Questions for Spiritual Growth
Our Cornerstone mission is To Know Christ and Make Him Known. Community Groups help us to live out our mission as Family, Missionaries, and Servants.
It’s been said, “sticks and stones can break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Is that true? Why not?
How does your speech reveal what is in your heart?
What is the difference between gossip and the legitimate exchange of information among concerned parties?
How would you rate your listening skills? How do you know if someone else is a good listener?
What is the difference between flattery and encouragement? Why is flattery considered foolish and encouragement essential?
When and how have your careless words gotten you into trouble?
Is there any such thing as a ‘white lie’?
In what practical ways can you use your speech to build others up: in your family, at church, and in your workplace?