Grow in Your Faith This Week
What happens on Sunday is just the beginning. Throughout the week, we want to help you stay connected to what God is teaching you as you grow in your faith. Use the Take It Home notes to revisit the message (or to follow along with the message if you are watching online), read & reflect with the Faith 5 each day, and listen to the weekly worship playlist wherever you are. We can't wait to see how these simple, consistent steps will lead to real growth.
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Take It Home - Sermon Notes for August 16
Write it down on Sunday. Live it out all week.
Sermon: The Power of Our Words
Scripture: James 1:19-20, 26, 3:8-10
You have two e________ and one m____________ and that’s the direct proportion to how much God wants you to use them.
Our words are powerful and we can’t be c__________________ with them.
As Christians, our words are some of our greatest w____________________.
Today, our words aren’t just what we say, they’re what we t____________, what we p___________.
If our words carry this much power, then those of us who use words to teach and lead others carry an even g_________________ responsibility.
Your words are powerful, and they can be used for good. A part of your calling as a Christian is to b________________ people up and give grace to those who hear.
Faith 5 for the week of August 16, 2026
Five passages to help you grow in your faith this week!
Monday - Read: Psalm 141:3
Reflect: How could I make this prayer a part of my prayer life?
Pray: Lord, please help me remember the power of my words. Please keep watch over the door of my lips. Amen.
Tuesday - Read: Proverbs 18:21
Reflect: What words have I spoken recently that brought life? Which have brought death?
Pray: Jesus, please help me speak life-giving words and restrain from speech that causes harm. Amen.
Wednesday - Read: Matthew 12:34-37
Reflect: What are my words revealing about the condition of my heart?
Pray: God, please forgive me for the harmful words I have spoken. Help me be filled with You so I can share words of hope and love. Amen.
Thursday - Read: Ephesians 4:29
Reflect: Who can I build up with my words today?
Pray: Lord, please give me the words to speak to those around me today. Amen.
Friday - Read: James 1:19-20
Reflect: How would it change my relationships if I were to apply this scripture?
Pray: God, I cannot do this without you. Help me be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry today. Amen.
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Keep worship going throughout your week. This playlist features songs connected to Sunday’s message to help you continue growing in your faith - wherever you are.
