Taming the Tongue: The Hard Work of Wise Communication

This sermon addresses the critical importance of controlling our speech and communication as believers. Drawing primarily from James 3, Proverbs, and teachings of Jesus, the speaker emphasizes that wise communication must be grounded in the fear of the Lord. The sermon uses the analogy of splitting firewood to illustrate that communication is unavoidable work that requires proper tools, training, and effort. While acknowledging his own struggles with communication, the speaker presents both the dangers of an uncontrolled tongue and practical strategies for improvement. The core message is that true control of our speech requires a transformed heart filled with wisdom from above, not merely human effort or worldly wisdom. The sermon warns that without grounding communication skills in faith and relationship with God, even successful communication makes one only a "wise fool.”