Sticks & Stones: Discussion Guide Week 2
Twigs & Pebbles
'When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways. ' 1 Corinthians 13:11 ESV
3 Ways You Can Speak Like A Child
When You Speak Carelessly
' Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.' Proverbs 18:21 ESV
We will give an account of every Careless Word on the day of judgement… BUT NOT JUST THEN! We can and will have our careless words come back to bite us even here on the earth.
'I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned." ' Matthew 12:36-37 ESV
When You Speak Crudely
A little kid could talk about poop and think it was funny at all times! Although poop can be a funny topic, it’s not always appropriate.
'Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead let there be thanksgiving. ' Ephesians 5:4 ESV
When You Speak Irresponsibly
One of the way’s we speak irresponsibly is when we don't think we are responsible for our word!
' Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.' Proverbs 25:14 ESV
'Then the Lord said to me, "You have seen well, for I am watching over my word to perform it." ' Jeremiah 1:12 ESV
Let’s Talk About This…
How has speaking ‘as a child’ impacted your workplace or city?
How has your speech impacted you personally or others?
What are some ways you can change your speech to be more ‘mature’?