111:10). Reprinted by permission. To leave the crowd impressed, GNT James 3:16 , . Confess that your bitterness is a sin that is keeping you miserably distant from God. -. And as we have learned, none of the over 1600 NT commands can be successfully carried out in reliance on our own natural strength, but only in reliance on the supernatural strength provided by the Holy Spirit. NRS James 3:14 But if you have bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not be boastful and false to the truth. They were either unconcerned about or oblivious to the presence of two visitors in their midst. Is there any doubt which wisdom is better? --Dennis De Haan (Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. (2)INSINUATING EVILS - You don't really know if this juicy little morsel is true or not, but it sure makes an exciting conversation. 5:1; Ps. A bitter word may hate instill; Its actual chemical composition remains a mystery. The only way to keep jealousy and envy from turning into major disasters is to draw on the wisdom that comes from above, wisdom that is pure, peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, and full of mercy and goodness. But it does not pursue peace at the expense of purity. When it is once past, it is gone forever. Consider your words before you say them. But his emphasis on consistently speaking blessings rather than mixing blessings and cursings grows naturally out of his concern about works. Thomas Watson, Jas 1:26 2Ki 19:28 Ps 32:9 39:1 Isa 37:29. Burdick observes that "James shifts almost unnoticeably from discussing the power of the tongue (James 3:3-6) to a discussion of its perversity (James 3:7-12). He said that with the tongue we bless our God who created us, but we also curse those whom He has created (v.9). See how great a forest a little fire kindles! guarding, guiding power of the Holy Spirit, Hell - Baker's Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology, Hades (Sheol) - to be differentiated from Gehenna. 58:4; Ezek. That many a kink ", I can talk to you until I am blue in the face and it doesnt do any good., If you dont like it, you can just leave., You deserve a taste of your own medicine.. NRS James 3:7 For every species of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by the human species. Thinking It Over Sophiaemphasizes understanding of ultimate thingssuch as life and death, God and man, righteousness and sin, heaven and hell, eternity and time. It is derived from a Greek root word which means "to cut, prick, pierce, or fasten together." No apology can undo the damage. For I cannot think that you speak these things of ill-will, but because it is even so as you say. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison" (James 3:8). KJV James 3:7 For every kind of beasts, and of birds, and of serpents, and of things in the sea, is tamed, and hath been tamed of mankind: ESV James 3:7 For every kind of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by mankind. (cf the first lie from a forked tongue Ge 3:1, 4) Presumably James had first hand experience with this incongruous speech among believers because in verse 10 with continues the thought of blessing and cursing he addresses them as my brethren and then explains that such duplicitous speech was not right in the body of Christ. The first man to choose would get his wish, but the other man would get double of the first wish. Chrewas a common term in classical Greek literature, but as time passed it was almost totally replaced by its synonym dei. If we bless God as our Father, it should teach us to speak well of, and kindly to, all who bear his image. There are those who think that it is clever never to make one's mind up about anything. (Eph 6:16+). 2:14; Jas. Blessing(2129)(eulogia)is literally a good word, good speaking, fine speech or praise. 1:5; Jas. In regions of Southeast Asiathere is a snake called the "two-step." And so, the same Bible that says, "Be ready to hear," says, "Be slow to speak." It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. Gilbrant on restless evil -The tongue is an "unruly evil," literally, an evil which cannot be held back. Anon. It is humble, transparent, simple, gentle, and gracious to the core (James 3:17). A bird is known by his note, a man by his talk. Lets be on the defensive against any offensive or unloving terms in our own dictionary of usage. The tongue is the totality or sum total of iniquity, which John defines clearly as "sin" writing that "All unrighteousness (adikia) is sin. Its authors are leading evangelical theologians who provide practical truths and biblical principles. Reprinted by permission. Malcolm Watts, If the Lord Jesus Christ is a stranger to you, the best you can hope for is to become a philosopher, like Socrates of old. Yet most people today have never heard of John Gill. The true wisdom is so cleansed of all ulterior motives and of self that it has become pure enough to see God. GWN James 3:13 Do any of you have wisdom and insight? 1:13; Deut. It is as if the "fresh water" of praise is polluted by the poison water of cursing. By:Keila Ochoa(Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. "The mouth of fools feedeth on folly" (Proverbs 15:14). Contemporary wisdom says that people should assert themselves and say what they really feel; speak out, rather than stifle. The fetid fruit of worldly wisdom is similar, because you can "smell" something is not right in a church body, but it may take a while to discover. (BDAG)Pragmamay denote a deed or event that has occurred with no indication of its moral quality. Although she had planned to have her teacher approve the experiment, her classmates persuaded her to perform it outside the classroom. Is earthly, natural, demonic- Is (estin) is present tense describing the continuing nature of the wisdom that is NOT heavenly, supernatural and godly (to use an antithetical description). "Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth;keep watch over the door of my lips." Utley on without hypocrisy -This term implies free from prejudice or divided loyalties and may relate to 2:4 or even 1:6. The psalmist describes this hypocritical "forked tongue".. BBE James 3:9 With it we give praise to our Lord and Father; and with it we put a curse on men who are made in God's image. By law, no Roman general could lead armed troops into Rome. Sounds like our Christian life. Your saying that he is a pretty man, brings to my mind what I have observed in the work of the painter, whose pictures show best at a distance, but, very near, more unpleasing. Next Chapter. Like a chain that ties us to the past, we carry unresolved anger in our hearts wherever we go. I do not know that at any point the opposition between the spirit of the world and the spirit of Christ is more marked, more obviously diametrical, than with regard to this feature of character. It is pure, peaceable, and gentle. An individual is made pure through faith in Jesus Christ, and this establishes peace between God and himself Romans 5:1 says, "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.". James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. Jesus said that we will be judged for every idle word we speak (Mt. NIV James 3:17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Richard Sibbes, Some mens tongues bite more than their teeth. (Ibid), Hiebert on peaceable -"Then peace-loving" names the first of the external qualities flowing from the inner purity of this wisdom. Grant us grace by Your Spirit to live it out for the glory of the Lamb. Kalosreferred to that which was "morally beautiful" or noble and hence virtue was called "the good" (to kalon). "God is not a God of confusion (akatastasia = same word James uses in 3:16) but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints." Amen. THOUGHT - Just from this simple analysis of who can and cannot tame their tongue, can you see why it is dangerous for a believer to knowingly marry an unbeliever? For example, Paul urged that our "speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one" (Col. 4:6). The use of the perfect tense "have been tamed" adds that history is replete with such examples.It is standing proof of the inherent superiority of human nature over animal nature.". The basic idea isof exulting in being able to prevail over something or someone else, boasting in one's self to the injury of another person or thing. By:Dave Branon(Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. The generosity and goodwill that Paul expressed toward self-serving church leaders is a mark of the authentic Christian spirit (Phil. you may be sure of it; remember the proverb, "They say and do not." (Ibid), Peaceable (1516)(eirenikosfrom eirene= peace) characterized or promoting a state of wholeness and well-being, thatis,lovingand promoting peace. -David Roper(Our Daily Bread, Copyright RBC Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. When words become weapons, our relationships soon become casualties. MacArthur makes the pithy pronouncement that in light of the fact that animals have been tamed, "they are less primitive and more civilized and controllable than the unregenerate, unsanctified tongues of their masters. Other Commentaries. All rights reserved). 1:14. When there is a discrepancy between what we say and what we do, we create confusion in the minds of our "audience." To exhibit or present to the view of others. To do it, he goes straight for the heart (Mk 7:14-15; Ps51:10) and the mind (Ro12:1-2). "Not one's orthodoxy (right preaching) but one's orthopraxis (right living) is the mark of true wisdom." Little wonder that the world thinks is wisdom is at times even overtly evil and completely unrighteous! Wise people live skillfully. Instead of failing in business, as he had at one time feared, he became the richest merchant of his country. If your mind goes blankdon't forget to turn off the sound. Do notlie(5574)(pseudomaifrompseudo= to cheat, defraud, falsify) means to communicate what is false, with the evident purpose of misleading. T. C. Baird, It is a sad fact that the tongues of professing Christians are often all too busy doing the devils work. Such a person knows how to make allowances, when not to stand upon individual rights, and how to soften justice with mercy, and always remembers that there are greater things in the world than rules and regulations. No day will lose its share of influence in determining where shall be our seat in heaven. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God: Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. The truly wise man is he who has conformity of spirit to the only wise God, who believes what God teaches, loves what God loves, lives as Jesus livedHe who was the express image of the invisible God. (Ibid), Hiebert says restless (akatastatos) "characterizes the tongue as being fickle and inconstant; it cannot be trusted to stay submissively in its proper place. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body. Set a guard on my lips. That makes up the total personality of the Christian.Let us not for one minute think that the wisdom of God and the knowledge of man, which of course has its origin in the mind which God created, cannot live harmoniously and that they are contradictory." In the preceding section James spoke of the importance of controlling one's tongue and now in James 3:13-18 speaks of the importance of controlling one's mind so to speak. It is interesting that when our Lord came to that dumb man, the Gospel writer is very careful to say, "He touched his mouth!" William James Sidis was born in 1898 with an IQ of 250. Therefore it behooves all believers to be steeped in the Scriptures, that they might be enabled to take of the "Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God." The heart of an unwise person carries an insatiable hunger to push himself or herself to the top. The Lord Jesus said, "for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh" (Mt12:34) -- what is in the heart will come out. Jesus taught that "out of the heart come evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, slanders." J. And help us to control our tongues 16:20-23). Only when we allow God to control the content that proceeds out of our mouths can the violent tongue be truly tamed. Mark That man may not yet have had much biblical training, but he knew one truth for sure: The term Christian troublemaker is an oxymoron. ; 2 Sa. "A lying tongue hateth those whom it hath wounded; And a flattering mouth worketh ruin" (Proverbs 26:28). 3:12; 1 Co. 15:40; 2 Co. 5:1; Phil. In other words, heavenly wisdom's fruit is righteousness. Men read what you write, whether faithless or true For (gar) (Term of explanation - always pause and ask what is the writer explaining?) Reprinted by permission. "Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? Today, make these words of David your prayer:"Set a guard, If the flesh is reigning, then out comes bitter water. "The wise shall inherit glory" (Proverbs 3:35). Wherever you see it hung out in Scripture, it is like an ancient sign-board, signifying that there are rich wares within, or like the . to be forced or seduced, Hom. It is said of the seraphim that praise God, they dare not bring a railing accusation. The Lord Jesus said that what is in the heart will come up through the mouth; you can be sure your tongue is going to say it. A dispositiondescribed as bitterleaves one's heart with an unpleasant sensation, as our tastebuds react to a bitter substance in the mouth. When you speak, remember God is one of your listeners. The thing that impressed him most was the magnificent and spotless show windows. For since there is jealousy and strife among you, are you not fleshly, and are you not walking like mere men (TO WHOM CURSING COMES NATURALLY)? It did then and it does now. "He that is wise winneth souls" (Proverbs 11:30). Or do you often regret your words? (Lectures Exegetical and Practical on the Epistle of James), The true test of wisdom is works, not words. This is hypocrisy. Henry T. Mahan, A tongue that is set on fire from hell shall be set on fire in hell. 1 Corinthians 15:42-44,47,48). May my lips be so full of praise for You and encouragement for others that they have no opportunity to do any harm. Anon. In short, the likenessof God in man is enduring. It amounts to nothing in the light of eternity! 16:16); but while his Lord was on trial before the high priest, "he began to curse and swear, 'I do not know the man!' Here it refers first in rank and which specifically to purity because without purity the wisdom is not from above! When there is a discrepancy between what we say and what we do, we create confusion in the minds of our audience. Thats why many nonbelievers do not take the gospel message seriously. As Paul taught "the (sinful) flesh sets its desire (present tense= continually)against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are (continually) in opposition (antikeimaiin present tense= continually) to one another, so that you may not do (poieoin present tense) the things that you please (theloinpresent tense)." It can castigate and corrupt. One source of catastrophic destruction among believers in Christ, however, is not a mystery. We might refer to the speaker behind the scenes as the one who didn't "practice what he preached. It is interesting that wisdom and understanding are a lot like faith which James described in James 2:14-26, because all three are basically invisible inner qualities which show themselves or prove themselves in one's actions or behavior. This kind of wisdom is all around us. 3:17). It has an attitude of humility (v. 13). Good grammar matters to me. "My son, attend unto my wisdom " (Proverbs 5:1,2). That the meek should inherit the earth (Mt 5:5+)they that bear wrongs, and exemplify the love which seeketh not her own, (1 Cor 13:5+)to a world that believes in high-handedness and self-assertion, and pushing the weakest to the wall, a statement like this of the Lord from heaven cannot but appear an utter paradox. (See below) The harsh reality is that many a man speaks with perfect courtesy to strangers and preaches love and gentleness and yet snaps with ungracious and impatient anger at his family. But even better is to daily rest in Gods Spirit, hearing Pauls challenge, Let your conversation be always full of grace (Colossians 4:6), so that our words will not only honor our Lord, but lift up and encourage those around us. Paul tells us what attitude we are supposed to have in our lives. "The tongue of the wise promotes health" (Proverbs 12:18). I wonder that you should be a stranger to him, only I consider that our town is large. ", J. I. Packersaid that "Wisdom is the power to see and the inclination to choose the best and highest goal, together with the surest means of attaining it.". When someone gets bitter, they pierce themselves and build up or fasten together hate for someone else. EXCUSES and DEFENDS SIN in justifying itself. Our spiritual maturity is reflected by a controlled tongue. 6 Do not forsake her, and she will guard you; Love her, and she will watch over you. Wuest It is a restless, unstable evil, full of lethal poison. (Ibid), MacArthur says that restless suggests "the idea of a wild animal fighting fiercely against the restraints of captivity. Glenn Spencer observes that "Satan has his theology. (Jn 3:31). It is not wisdom that God gives by His Spirit! We should not try to control our tongue with our own strength; we should rely on the Holy Spirit (ED: SEE TONGUE CONTROL). Christian: He is the son of one Say-well; he dwelt in Prating Row; and is known of all that are acquainted with him, by the name of Talkative in Prating Row; and notwithstanding his fine tongue, he is but a sorry fellow. So, "under God" there is equalitybut only under God. James is showing that the reason cursing men is evil is because they are made in the likeness of God, the One we bless. (3) Be the . "A liar giveth ear to a mischievous tongue" (Proverbs 17:4). Henry Law, The next best thing to being wise is to live in a circle of those who are. Moo adds that this person is "stable, trustworthy, transparentthe kind of person consistently displaying the virtues of wisdom and on whom one can rely for advice and counsel." My brethren, these things ought not so to be. Titus Such wise people will surely know how to control their tongue (as noted earlier in this chapter). Anupokritosdescribes that which is unhypocritical, genuine (faith, love and wisdom in Scripture) and without show or pretense (pretense = a claim made or implied and especially one not supported by fact). Because the trial of your faith brings honour to the Lord, therefore the Lord Himself is sure to try it that out of its trial praise may come to his grace by which faith is sustained. Here the basis for that disorderly conduct of the tongue is its "evil" nature. Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks (Matthew 12:34). let him shew out of the good behaviour his works in meekness of wisdom. Help me, Lord, to use my words not to tear down others or build up my own reputation, but to seek the good of others first, and in so doing to serve You and Your kingdom. c. The outcome of this wisdom (James 3:16) Moses records For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil. Verses 1-18. "I have taught thee in the way of wisdom" (Proverbs 4:11). NJB James 3:9 We use it to bless the Lord and Father, but we also use it to curse people who are made in God's image: GWN James 3:9 With our tongues we praise our Lord and Father. A wise owl indeed, because he learned to listen. Or after we've spoken harsh words to the kids. Abraham Lincoln, Blessed are they who have nothing to say and who cannot be persuaded to say it. It means "to boast about something by downgrading something else." 1:5; 2 Tim. 21:11; Rom. Help me to control my tongue and to express myself clearly so that I wont cause dissension. Jesus said, The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out the evil stored up in his heart. 7:26 = I discovered more bitter than death the woman whose heart is snares and nets; Isa. If it bites you, you take two steps and die (BUT SEE NOTE). Barclay notes that eupeithes has "two meanings. One of the marks that a man has been born again is that his tongue is now controlled. Some troubles come from wanting to have our own way; others come from being allowed to have it. In the Epistle of James this adjective means bitter in the metaphoric passage describing the unruly tongue (James 3:11) and in the subsequent passage about true wisdom (James 3:14). Why aren't we like that wise old bird? Help us to speak with loving words . "In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man" (Proverbs 12:13). There is there neither prayer nor sign of repentance for sin; yea, the brute in his kind serves God far better than he. Help me to control my tongue and to express myself clearly so that I wont cause dissension. The discerning person soon realizes that biblical wisdom is more about practice than philosophy. According to one online source, it was developed aroundad672 and was used with devastating effect, especially in sea warfare because it could burn on water. Forgive me for careless, thoughtless, and angry words. 1:14-18). How easy it is to sing the hymns during the worship service, then after the service, get into the family car and argue and fight all the way home! (James 1:19) By the person who boasts, 'I always speak my mind, no matter who gets hurt,' James is not impressed. Obviously for more on wisdom we would be wise to carefully read the "Wisdom Literature" especially Proverbsfrom which we have the following hors doeuvres, so to speak(and as you read make a list of the advantages of wisdom). Proverbs 1:2-4 To know wisdom and instruction, To discern the sayings of understanding, 3 To receive instruction in wise behavior, Righteousness, justice and equity; 4 To give prudence to the naive, To the youth knowledge and discretion. Todays passage encourages us to turn to the only source of true wisdom: God. It is controlled by either the fleshby the old, fallen Adamic nature (ED: SEE "OLD MAN")or the indwelling Spirit of God. He asked God for wisdom, and God supernaturally answered his prayer and gave him so much that he was famous for it. [123] There is a different reading at the end of the James 3:12, adopted by Griesbach, though rejected by Mill and others: houtos oute haluchon gluchu poiosai hudor, "So neither can salt water produce sweet." This reading is favored by the Syr. ASV James 3:14 But if ye have bitter jealousy and faction in your heart, glory not and lie not against the truth. Anon. Would be smoothed in life's tangled thread It is used only here in James 3:15 and describes this wisdom as "demon-like" or "devilish" (of the devil). New Testament for Everyone What he is talking about is 'bitter jealousy and contention', a spirit which is always carping and criticizing, which cannot let a nice word go by without adding a nasty one, to take the taste away (as it were). 16:13; 1 Chr. Using blunt words, they deliberately bump into others feelings, which is anything but harmless. ASV James 3:9 Therewith bless we the Lord and Father; and therewith curse we men, who are made after the likeness of God: CSB James 3:9 We praise our Lord and Father with it, and we curse men who are made in God's likeness with it. Communication courses are useful and homiletics helps, but no amount of discipline and training can quell the wayward tongue. Though carefully fashioned, it crumbled to pieces beneath the weight of the giant beast. NKJ James 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Natural(worldly-minded, lower nature, animal, sensual) (5591)(psuchikosfrompsuche= soul) is literally "soulish" and pertains to thenaturalman versus thespiritualnature of man. I have gathered together some close friends and asked them what not to say to your spouse. or a vine figs? People enjoy teaching monkeys to act in commercials or training deer to eat out of their hands. Help me evaluate each thought By his good behavior - Wuest has "a good and beautiful manner of life." Oswald Chambers -If a cup is filled only with good water, it cannot spill even one drop of bitter water, no matter how badly it is jarred. Richard Hooker, Many people would be more truthful were it not for their uncontrollable desire to talk. NRS James 3:11 Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and brackish water? While some writers feel James is speaking primarily to teachers (James 3:1), there is nothing in this section which indicates it would not also be applicable to all who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ. 3:17; 2 Pet. 14:26 = "the LORD saw the affliction of Israel, which was very bitter"; Ps. (Ibid). "), ILLUSTRATION -When I announced in the bank where I worked as a young man that I was going to study for the ministry, one of the vice-presidents of the bank called me into his office. Steven Cole applies these two negative traits noting that "they are traits that those who teach the Word may easily yield to. Mistakes are inevitable when we are learning a second language, including learning the new language of Gods love. Life is short. James 3:16 Where envy and self-seeking exist, confusion and every evil thing will be there. 1:4; Dan. Verse 1. Eternity is long! J. C. Ryle, By the striking of the clapper we guess at the metal of the bell. Apart from Him and His plan to bring about eventual justice, we see much in life that is not fair. According to James, even greater havoc and loss can be created in human relationships for similar reasons (3:14-16). Even greater havoc and loss can be created in human relationships for much the same reason"envy and self-seeking." "In what way are you wise?" GNT James 3:13 ; . Besides, good men are ashamed of him; they can neither call him brother, nor friend; the very naming of him among them makes them blush, if they know him. Yet most people today have never heard of John Gill. Unlike the human mouth (James 3:10), a fountain will not send forth sweet and bitter from the same opening. With Gods help, we must learn to control our tongue. (Mt 12:33), What is James' point? But hardly anyone says, Listen to yourself. Im not suggesting that we have an inner voice that always knows the right thing to say. (Ibid), Steven Cole says that in James 3:13-18 he is "showing us Gods wisdom that will lead to harmonious relationships. James 3:5. ~ You don't know all the details, but to have something to talk about, you fill in your own. Iosis used in the NT to meanpoisonorvenom. James i. JAMES 3:8 A bit in a horses mouth can turn the animal to the right or to the left (v.3). (Ibid). BBE James 3:6 And the tongue is a fire; it is the power of evil placed in our bodies, making all the body unclean, putting the wheel of life on fire, and getting its fire from hell. Here the is used ofthe gushing forth of water. Just as a horse needs a rider holding its reigns, & a ship needs a pilot at the rudder, so your tongue needs a master; & God is the only one who can do the job. how much of real knowledge and mental power has been wasted in such bitterness! and out of their mouth that had just blessed God came vile curse words! and Vulg., though the words are somewhat different. So James is addressing this to believers, those who had the Holy Spirit Who Alone could enable them to bring forth words of blessing and not words of cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so. BBE James 3:10 Out of the same mouth comes blessing and cursing. Its plans and procedure have all reference to self and to this world of the senses, though the subjects it discusses may belong to the invisible world, the world known to faith. ASV James 3:11 Doth the fountain send forth from the same opening sweet water and bitter? Words are our thoughts going public! 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