We see in this section of James that words do indeed hurt and afflict, so James is calling out the speech of God's people. There is a dichotomy in human speech in that it can make great boasts and the ability to speak great things in exalting God and on the other hand it can destroy and diminish other people made in the image of God. However, the person who does control their speech evidences self-control and a completeness, moreover a maturity in their Christian life. As Christians we should be...
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