The Power of Words…”Building Up or Tearing Down”- 1/21/21

The Power of Words…” Building Up or Tearing Down”

Ephesians 4:17-29

Sermon Application Questions

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Icebreaker: What is the foulest thing you have ever smelled?  How can words stink up our relationships? 

Read Ephesians 4: 17 – 19

According to Paul, what is the mindset of those who live without Christ?

How have you seen mindset expressed in our current culture?

Read Ephesians 4: 20-24

How does Paul describe the attitudes, thoughts and actions of those who have committed

their lives to Christ?

How are you experiencing this shift in your own life?

Read Ephesians 4: 25 -29 

Why does Paul begin and end this section directing Christians to honor God and others

with their words?

What does the word “foul” literally mean in the first century?

How can you keep your foul words from coming out of your mouth?  Why is Paul raising

the standard for Christians?

What are the positive instructions that Paul gives us? How is this different than simply, “be

nice”?

How do good, helpful, encouraging words combine with truthful words or difficult things

you need to say?  Is Paul asking us to choose one over the other?

How will you guard your mouth so that foul words don’t escape your mouth?

What are the good, helpful, encouraging words you need to give this week?

Who do you need to give them to?

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