FOUL LANGUAGE

WHAT SHOULD CHARACTERIZE OUR WAY OF SPEAKING?

BIBLE READING: Ephesians 5:1-20

KEY BIBLE VERSE: Obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes-these are not for you. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. (Ephesians 5:4)

FOUL LANGUAGE DOES NOT HONOR GOD.

Obscenity and coarse joking are so common that we begin to take them for granted. Paul cautions, however, that improper language should have no place in the Christian’s conversation because it does not reflect God’s gracious presence in us. How can we praise God and remind others of his goodness when we are speaking coarsely?

BIBLE READING: Colossians 4:2-6

KEY BIBLE VERSE: Let your conversation be gracious and effective so that you will have the right answer for everyone. (Colossians 4:6)

WHAT WE BELIEVE IS REFLECTED IN WHAT WE SAY.

We should be wise in our contacts with non-Christians, making the most of our chances to tell them the Good News of salvation. When we tell others about Christ, it is important always to be gracious in what we say. No matter how much sense the message makes, we lose our effectiveness if we are not courteous. Just as we like to be respected, we must respect others if we want them to listen to what we have to say. “Gracious and effective” means that what we say should encourage further dialogue. Are you making the best of the opportunities you have?

BIBLE READING: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

KEY BIBLE VERSE: Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you teach, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

OUR MANNER OF SPEECH WILL INFLUENCE OTHERS.

Timothy was a young pastor. It would be easy for older Christians to look down on him because of his youth. He had to earn the respect of his elders by setting an example in his speech, life, love, faith, and purity. Regardless of your age, God can use you. Whether you are young or old, don’t think of your age as a handicap. Live so others can see Christ in you.

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