I SAID IT
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I SAID IT
I SAID IT
A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.
Main Idea: Christians must speak carefully when faced with adversity.
Main Idea: Christians must speak carefully when faced with adversity.
Key Question: How do you respond in adverse situations.
Key Question: How do you respond in adverse situations.
These six things the Lord hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him:
A proud look, A lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood,
A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that are swift in running to evil,
A false witness who speaks lies, And one who sows discord among brethren.
1. Every believer will be faced with adversity.
1. Every believer will be faced with adversity.
A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.
Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.
Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of God.
2. Every believer has a choice in how they respond.
2. Every believer has a choice in how they respond.
A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.
A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold In settings of silver.
He who is of a proud heart stirs up strife, But he who trusts in the Lord will be prospered.
3. Every believer can respond better when you consider the desired outcome.
3. Every believer can respond better when you consider the desired outcome.
A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.
For though I might desire to boast, I will not be a fool; for I will speak the truth. But I refrain, lest anyone should think of me above what he sees me to be or hears from me.
The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness.
