Summary: James 3:1-12
When have you been hurt by the words someone said? When have you been encouraged by something someone said? Words impact people for good and bad. It is easy to speak based on our feelings but following Jesus changes how we speak to glorify God.

What does this say about God?
God crafted our tongues and language for a great purpose, to honor Him and bless others. He cares about what we say, even when no one is looking.

Parent Kick-Off
Share personally what God revealed to you through the sermon.

Discussion with Younger Kids
• What are some ways we can hurt others with our words? What are some ways we can bless others with our words?
• What makes it hard to speak kindly when we get upset? How can we ask God to help us in those moments?

Discussion With Older Kids
• When have someone’s words hurt you? When have someone’s words encouraged you?
• How can we seek to honor God and bless others when we speak? What makes this hard at times?

Discussion with Teens
• Think about the power of words. When have you been hurt or helped by someone’s words? When have you done the same for others?
• Why is it difficult to submit our words to God every day? How can we seek His help with this in every area of life?

Memory Verse
. . . from the same mouth come both blessing and cursing. My brothers and sisters, these things should not be this way. —James 3:10

Prayer
Pray that God would help you honor Him in the words you say, even in times of frustration.