1.1 Words have the power to build up or tear down. Proverbs 18:21
1.2 Our words can bring life or death. James 3:5
1.3 The tongue can be a fire, a world of evil. James 3:6
2.1 We will be held accountable for every careless word we speak. Matthew 12:36
2.2 We should speak words of grace, not corrupting talk. Ephesians 4:29
2.3 We should use our words to encourage and edify others. 1 Thessalonians 5:11
3.1 God's Word can transform our speech. Psalm 19:14
3.2 We should seek to have our words and thoughts pleasing to God. Psalm 19:14
3.3 The Holy Spirit can help us control our tongue. James 3:8
4.1 Our words can wound or heal. Proverbs 12:18
4.2 We should use our words to spread the gospel. Romans 10:14
4.3 Our words can influence others for good or for bad. Proverbs 18:21
5.1 Our words reflect our heart. Luke 6:45
5.2 Our words can bring us peace or trouble. Proverbs 13:3
5.3 Speaking truth helps us to live in freedom. John 8:32