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James 3:5 ยท KJV

"Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!"

King James Version

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Passage Context

3Behold, we put bits in the horses' mouths, that they may obey us; and we turn about their whole body.
4Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.
5Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!
6And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
7For every kind of beasts, and of birds, and of serpents, and of things in the sea, is tamed, and hath been tamed of mankind:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do my words impact those around me?

2

What does it mean for you to use your words wisely?

3

When have you regretted something you said?

Life Application

communication

Practice active listening and think before you speak to foster better relationships.

relationships

Use encouragement and affirmation in your conversations to uplift others.

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