π£️ Healthy and Effective Communication - Pastor Angela Burns
π£️Healthy and Effective Communication π Started at 7:22 PM on July 15, 2026 — Duration: 53 minutes with Pastor Angela Burns The Power of the Tongue According to James Chapter 3 In James chapter 3, the tongue is portrayed as having immense power despite being a small part of the body. Fire is used as a central metaphor, illustrating how the tongue can damage and destroy, just as a small spark can become a raging blaze. Reckless speech is defined as speech that is inconsiderate of other people’s feelings and indifferent to the consequences. James further characterizes the tongue as unruly, evil, and like a deadly poison capable of corrupting the whole world. Words spoken over one’s own life can become self-fulfilling prophecies, making it critical to be careful about what is said during times of tribulation and trial. Because the tongue is the instrument of verbal communication, it can affect others positively or negatively. That choice rests with the speaker. James concludes that...