Daily Wisdom: James 3:10-11

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be. Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?
— James 3:10-11

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"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."
— Galatians 6:10 —
"And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone."
— 1 Thessalonians 5:14 —
"Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."
— Colossians 4:6 —
"Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one."
— Matthew 5:37 —

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Illustration of James 3:10-11 — Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be. Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?

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