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Introduction
Healthy relationships require fellowship—and at the center of fellowship is healthy, productive communication.
Our words have power.
Whether spoken, emailed, texted—they can build up or tear down.
And, these words seem most powerful in relationships.
We are inundated with words.
I often get five to ten messages each week through texting or phone calls that are fraudulent.
Illustration: Ryan received an email (https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/20/us/ryan-last-suicide-sextortion-california/index.html)
Theses: Our message this morning centers on the truth that our relationship need words that heal, encourage, and reveal the love of God.
For the follower of Jesus Christ, our words must be truthful, edifying, and a gift of God’s grace.
Text
Our words can destroy.
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths...”
Corrupting talk (σαπρός, sapros) means: putrid, rancid, rotten, decaying.
Speech with a stench.
Present imperative points to something that is to stop or not continue.
Our words should inspire.
“...but only such as is good for building up...”
Our words (spoken and written) must be used for good—for the edification of those in need.
Our words need good timing.
“...as fits the occasion...”
Wisdom, appropriateness, humility, and strong listening skills!
Our words can be a gift.
“...that it may give grace to those who hear.”
We represent Jesus.
Our words should demonstrate the evidence of our genuine trust in and love for Jesus Christ.
Your words are a gift to people.
Give them a good gift.
Conclusion
Step One: Stop talking!
Step Two: Start listening!
Step Three: Choose your words wisely!
Step Four: Flavor your words with love, kindness, and humility.
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