Book of James Week 3

Questions

• Pray and invite God into this time with Him.

• Read James 3:1. 

• As followers of Jesus, we are all called to a higher standard because we teach others about Jesus. Does being called to a higher standard encourage you or make you feel pressured? Why? 

• Has there ever been a situation in your life where someone was hypocritical of you because they knew you followed Jesus? How did you react? 

• Read James 3:3-5. 

• The words we speak have power. Are there words that were spoken to you at some point in your life that have stuck with you, either positively or negatively?

• Read James 3:6-8.

• Maybe you’ve never said harsh words to someone to their face, but have you ever thought harsh words about someone? Or said something behind their back? 

• Read James 3:9-12. 

• Our words come from our hearts. What comes out of us is what’s inside of us. How can you start taming your words? What is a practical step you can take to start being mindful of your words?

Spiritual Practice
Prayer: Spend time in prayer with God. Ask Him to help you live up to the higher standard that we are called to as followers of Jesus. Thank Him for His grace & mercy that we so often need after saying harsh things. Ask Him to help you tame your tongue and remind you that your words have power.