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Rev. David Appold, pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Paducah, KY joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study James 3:1-12. Faith that is active in love is given by God through the hearing of His Word, spoken through teachers whom He sends. With this authority comes accountability. Those who speak God’s Word must take care not to speak falsehood in God’s name; the power of God’s Word is seen in the fact that a sinful man can speak it truly. In this way, the tongue, despite its small size, shows its ability to bring about large effects. Though true preaching of God’s Word may seem a small thing, it sets the course for a congregation. Just as the tongue can bring great help, so it can bring great harm. With vivid imagery, James describes the evil that can be done by words in whatever form they are conveyed. He also directs us to our true help. When we are quick to listen to Christ’s Words, His truth brings us forth as His people who bring forth the fruit of truthful, helpful speech. “Wisdom from Above” is a min