TAMING THE TONGUE | James 3:1-12

Words are powerful. Proverbs 18:21 tells us LIFE and DEATH are in the power of the tongue. It is a small part of the body, yet it can bring about tremendous impact - either for good or for bad.

Last week I spoke on James 3:1-12 for my church's high school youth group, which is a passage all about taming the tongue. I learned SO much from the time I spent prepping this message and wanted to share it with you all here as well. 💛 Comment what stood out to you from this video down below! ✨

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“From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so." | James 3:10

[kacinicole]

Ah James 3 is SO good! What stood out to you most from this passage? 💛

[CateOtanes]

This is soooo convicting. As someone who talks a lot without thinking about what I'm about to say, this is very challenging and encouraging. You are so good at communicating this passage well, Kaci. Keep going. Hope your time with the youth went well <3

[graceleska]

James 3- First thing I thought about is how the tongue Is like a wild fire

[loucorlis]

Hi, I am 81. I came to know Jesus, January 30th 1966. This is the best message on taming the tongue I have heard in my lifetime. Thank you so much.👍🏼✨️✨️

[joshuajames]

I've been praying for almost two years for a specific blessing and every time I finish a fasting day or a week and realize that what I've been praying for has been delayed, my faith takes a hit and also my words become more negative.
Made me realize that Blessing and cursing is in the power of the tongue and I ought to bridle my tongue, so God can work in me life. Thank you for sharing this!

[Michael_Morehead]

A Prayer for Mental Peace

Almighty and Everlasting God, countless people are struggling in the recesses of their minds. The stress and anxiety of a consumeristic life have left many of Your children mentally scarred. Once someone has descended into their pit, it is so difficult to claw back out. Father, descend to them. Rescue them from the hopeless pit of mental anguish. Purify their minds and give them a hope that transcends all things. For You, O Lord, are gracious beyond measure. Amen Shalom Hallelujah.

[carolynbohannon]

That word perfect in James in greek means mature. I have a 91 year old lady friend i have know for 30 years. And all those years i have never heard her speak one word about another and i have never heard her complain. There are men and women that are mature in Christ. And i thank God every day that she has been in my life. She lives her very love and fear of God. By his grace she has taught me so much. I always say to her.. Just think we have know each other 30 years and then we will be spending eternity together. Thank Lord Jesus. This was a wonder to the point teaching from Gods precious word

[rosieroberts]

I am a NEW SUBSCRIBER!!!
Taming the TONGUE is something that I need to focus on daily. ✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️

[gabriellebarbir]

This was AMAZING! I couldn’t look away. I’ve been a Christian for a long time but I needed this reminder and I learned some new things too! So many great correlations straight from Scripture to every day life. Thanks for making the Word of God come alive!!

[anessarodriguez]

I was actually just quoting James 3:1 earlier, how James warns that not many should become teachers as they will receive a stricter judgment. The power of the tongue can easily cause one to stumble, even a teacher. It really convicts and warns us to practice what we preach/teach! Not just in possibility of stumbling in words while teaching, but even outside of teaching! I love James. It really puts into perspective how we should apply the word in our lives and not just be hearers only 🙏

[mariaverde]

You’re AMAZING!! I could be your mother and here you are teaching me something I never realized. Thank you lovely young lady. Your parents I know are very proud of you. God bless. 🙏✝️

[candacegoldvlogs]

I watch your videos every morning. You explain things so well, I just love this video so much too. It is something that we all struggle with. I used to burst out in rage and say whatever came to mind (hurting the other person). Recently I started praying about this, I didn’t want to be that person anymore. And I noticed that I don’t talk back anymore. I keep quiet as is someone is holding my tongue. My mind started telling me that I’ve become weak and the other person has control over me however after watching this, I realized that this is somewhat the answer to my prayers. That I don’t react out of anger and I sit quietly to think first before responding.. I am more calm now than ever.

[michaelazariah]

I like her explaination on James chapter 3 very lovely 😍 👌 👍 🥰 ☺️

[jameselam]

What a great message! This is just one of those things we are all guilty of doing in some way at some point. I almost felt scold by your message but it was in such a kind motherly way. For me its complaining or saying something negative when its better just to let it go. Which is something i've dealt with recently. I really like the book of James. Thank you so much for this message!

[amberledoux]

Talk about conviction!! I was thinkin about the words I was speaking today and how I was ashamed and then this pops up

[BaldabyBaldLion]

Oh my goodness! When you described the bible as a mirror that reflects the things we need help fixing...🤯That blew my mind! I often read the bible and feel this guilt because "I'm not doing this right, " or "I could certainly improve here." But it's not meant to be taken that way. Wow, thank you so much for sharing this! God bless you!

[modelingmotherhood]

You have such a gift for sharing the gospel. Your youth are so lucky that you speak into them with these verses and discussion. How I wish I would have had such a role model in my early life. Would have avoided many mistakes and sins ! God bless you and thank you for sharing your wisdom on YouTube.

[mariad]

Great message! So hard to NOT gossip with friends and family!

[natalielreeder]

Thank you so much for seeking Jesus and sharing what you find in His Word! I just found your channel and it is already such a blessing to me! Keep going, girl! You are impacting God's Kingdom in such a beautiful, fruitful way! My biggest take away is refusing to misrepresent someone's character. I am not God so I do not know the heart or intentions of another person. By gossiping, I am playing the role of the judge, and that is not my place. Gossiping is misrepresenting people. By refusing to gossip, I am honoring people the way I want them to honor me!

[anne.]

My biggest take away from what I just watched was that, as christians and followers of Christ, our words are to make people and not to break them, our words are to bring them to God and not drive them away from God
Thanks Kaci❤️