RealLife Study Group

Ice Breaker: "Talk about it!"

Choose at least 3 of the following topics:
1. The happiest moment of my life
2. The last time I got mad was....
3. Where I lived between ages of 7 to 12 years old
4. When God became more than a word to me
5. The best thing that happened to me last week was....

Text: James 3:1-12

1. In verse 1 why is James so hard on teachers?
   Because they are...
   1. Biased
   2. Conceited
   3. Hypocrites
   4. To educated for their own good
   5. Responsible for the students


2. How do the illustrations demonstrate the power of the tongue (v 3-6)?
   • Bit
   • Rudder
   • Fire
     


3. How does the next set of illustrations demonstrate the possibility of blessing & cursing (v 7-12)?
   • Dangerous Animal
   • Spring of water
   • Fruit
     


4. When is the last time your tongue got you in trouble?


5. What have you found helpful in controlling your tongue?