In his message titled “Watch Your Mouth,” Pastor David delivers a passionate and practical teaching based on the book of James, focusing on the power and consequences of our words. He emphasises the spiritual weight our speech carries and the need for maturity in how we communicate. He begins by reading a powerful passage from James 3, highlighting how the tongue—though small—has the ability to cause great damage, just like a spark can start a wildfire.
Pastor David shares that our words can either build up or tear down, heal or harm. He draws comparisons to wildfires to illustrate how quickly gossip, sarcasm, or a careless comment can spread and cause lasting damage, not just to others, but also to ourselves—words can be self-destructive when we turn our negativity inward or speak with bitterness.
He challenges us to consider whether our speech reflects our faith, cautioning against being “two-faced” Christians—praising God on Sunday but cursing others during the week. Quoting Charles Spurgeon and Proverbs, Pastor David calls for consistency and grace in our speech, reminding us that what comes out of our mouths reveals the condition of our hearts.
The solution lies in surrendering to the Holy Spirit, allowing God to shape our hearts and, by extension, our words. When we’re Spirit-filled, our words become tools of healing, encouragement, and peace.
Pastor David explains that taming the tongue isn’t about trying harder but about pursuing godly wisdom, which flows from a heart of humility. He gives practical tips: pause before speaking, pray for the Holy Spirit’s help, and pursue humility through service. He reminds us that our words should not draw attention to ourselves but point others to Jesus.
In closing, Pastor David calls on the church to let our words reflect love, peace, and grace. It’s a gentle but powerful encouragement to speak with care, knowing that our speech reflects the condition of our hearts—and our walk with Christ.