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The distinctive characteristics of christian speech

Vitaliy Kravchenko · James 4:11–12 · Oct 16, 2023

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The main point

Christian speech builds community, submits to Christ, and reveals who we are in Him.

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James tells believers not to speak evil against one another, because there is only one Lawgiver and Judge. Vitaliy Kravchenko preaches James 4:11-12 on how Christians speak about each other. He shows that our words should build up the church with humility and grace, submit to Christ as that one Lawgiver and Judge, and reflect our new identity in Christ, which only the gospel can create.

For anyone who struggles with gossip, criticism, or harsh words.

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