TITLE: Truth or Consequences
TEXT: Ex.20:16; Ps.34:12-13; Eph.4:25,29-30
ÒDeath And life are in the power of the tongue.Ó Pr.18:21
I. THE TYPES OF LYING
1. The (___________) lie- the motive is (___________).
2. The (___________) lie-the motive is (___________)
3. The (___________) lie- the motive is (___________).
4. The (___________) lie- the motive is (___________)
5. The (___________) lie- the motive is (___________)
II. THE CONSEQUENCES OF LYING
Turn to Psalm 34: 12-13 (p.464) and then Psalm 19: 7-12
1. It alienates from (___________)
2. It undermines our relationship with (___________). ÒEach of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor.Ó Eph.4:25 (NIV)
3. It destroys (___________).
III. THE REMEDY FOR LYING
Some preliminary thoughts:
1) Beware of the power of the tongue.
2) Remember the price tag.
3) Shun gossip.
Remedy for lying?
¤ Realize that words shape lives.
¤ Realize that we are a witness to the world.
¤ Realize that only God can change the way you speak.
¤ Realize you must be accountable.
¤ Realize your need to recommit your life to worship, praise, and encouragement.
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