Episode 36: The Power of Our Words

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We’re working through the book of James and today we look at James 3. The topic is taming the tongue - not only how we talk to others, but also how we talk to ourselves. We’re glad you’re joining us for this conversation! EPISODE RECAP Get started by writing down James 3:2-5 (0:43)When someone is teaching God’s word, they are held to a higher standard (2:05)James talks about the tongue and the importance of the little things (3:56)What are the things that you say that you need to be careful about? (6:49)The tongue is very powerful, even the things we stay in our own mind (11:07)James is telling teachers that their role comes with a high responsibility (15:04)James is not a book of doctrine, it’s practical living (17:30)If you want to be a teacher, be very careful what you say (20:25)What are some of the thoughts that come through my head that are probably lies? (22:20) Also, REMEMBER! We are having our Write This Down Framework Workshop on September 16 & 17. Join us for this hands on experience as Dot teaches us how to remove baggage, establish a foundation and remain unshakable in our faith. Be sure to grab your spot and register today!  Send us an email with what you’re learning - dot@cupofjoy.org or cara@cupofjoy.org Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook
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We’re working through the book of James and today we look at James 3. The topic is taming the tongue - not only how we talk to others, but also how we talk to ourselves. We’re glad you’re joining us for this conversation!


 

EPISODE RECAP


 

  • Get started by writing down James 3:2-5 (0:43)
  • When someone is teaching God’s word, they are held to a higher standard (2:05)
  • James talks about the tongue and the importance of the little things (3:56)
  • What are the things that you say that you need to be careful about? (6:49)
  • The tongue is very powerful, even the things we stay in our own mind (11:07)
  • James is telling teachers that their role comes with a high responsibility (15:04)
  • James is not a book of doctrine, it’s practical living (17:30)
  • If you want to be a teacher, be very careful what you say (20:25)
  • What are some of the thoughts that come through my head that are probably lies? (22:20)


 

Also, REMEMBER! We are having our Write This Down Framework Workshop on September 16 & 17. Join us for this hands on experience as Dot teaches us how to remove baggage, establish a foundation and remain unshakable in our faith. Be sure to grab your spot and register today!


 


 

Send us an email with what you’re learning - dot@cupofjoy.org or cara@cupofjoy.org


 

Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook


Are you interested in having Dot come and speak to your community? Email us at hello@dotbowen.com.

Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook 
Episode 36: The Power of Our Words
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