Christian Sermons from Calvary Chapel Greenmeadow, North Kingstown, RI

Norm brings a collection of wise sayings from contemporary Christians to help us with our daily walk. For example, "Progress beats perfection" and "A day without prayer is like telling God we don’t need him that day." This message will give you insight.

The tongue does not act on its own. If we have a problem speaking wrongly, we need to pray for wisdom on how to correct it. No man can tame his own tongue. We need to be yielded to the Holy Spirit so that something good can come from the words speak.

What comes out of the mouth is important. Our hurtful words can be like a fire, causing pain to those we offended. An encouraging word can change the outlook of someone who is having a bad day. Most of all, our tongues should be used to confess Jesus.

When we speak concerning the word of God, we must do it carefully. Teachers of the word will be held to a higher account than others. Before teaching, we need to take it in ourselves and let it transform us. All believers share this responsibility.

Abraham repeatedly demonstrated his faith in deeds. Rahab is another example of showing faith through action but from a very different person. No matter who we are or what our background, God demonstrates that he is with us when we exercise our faith.

Satan wants to distract you from worshiping God. He wants to deceive you into thinking that God does not accept you. He has studied you and knows your weaknesses and wants to destroy you. The good news is that Satan is defeated because Christ rose.

Others can only see your faith by your works and by your fruit. You can know who Jesus is in fact but not know him in spirit. It is a living faith that saves us, not saying a prayer. Let there be enough evidence of your faith to convict you in court.

We are saved by grace through faith but belief alone is not faith. True faith is accompanied by action. If our actions are not right, then maybe our faith is not real. It is not our words, but a life truly surrendered to God that that shows living faith.

Even when we are self-critical we are focusing on ourselves, and this is a form of love. We are called to have that level of awareness, concern, and love for our neighbor. This fundamental commandment includes everyone, not just those we admire.

Whether rich or poor, we are all broken and need Jesus. Therefore, we should not judge people by their outward appearance or status. If we have wealth or beauty, be humble and know these are not the things that god values.