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James 3:7 Β· KJV

"For every kind of beasts, and of birds, and of serpents, and of things in the sea, is tamed, and hath been tamed of mankind:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

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:
8But the tongue can no man tame; it is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.
9Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you see your ability to control your tongue?

2

What does it mean for you to tame your own words?

3

When have you successfully controlled your speech in a challenging situation?

Life Application

self-discipline

Set specific goals for how you will communicate positively in your relationships.

relationships

Practice listening more than speaking to improve your communication.

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