Sermon Title: Remember Everybody Has An Empty Sleeve
Our text reminds us that words do matter. It says that "unwholesome talk" (v. 29) grieves the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is holy, loving, true and peaceable. Unwholesome talk is unholy, harsh, lacks love and truthfulness. Because this grieves the Holy Spirit, it interferes with our relationship with God (I Thessalonians 5:19; Hebrews 10:29). Thus, the text encourages us to "be kind" (v. 32) and speak "what is good" so that we can extend "grace to the hearers" of our words (v. 29). Let us learn to put the "unwholesome" words away and practice speaking grace to others, especially to those in our own homes (see Ephesians 5:4; Colossians 3:8; and Matthew 5:6 for further study).
The sermon on Sunday will focus on Ephesians 4:31-32 and I will speak on how we should remember that everyone has a weakness and need. If we remember this, we can better understand, forgive and love others. Have a blessed week and see you on Sunday!
