2 means of forsaking the sinful use of tongues. 1. Consider their God-given purpose. (v 20-22) 2. Center them towards God exalting praise. (v 23-25)
3 Correctives on Christlike Communication: 1. We must be Purposeful.( vs 5-9) 2. We must be Profitable. (vs 10-11) 3. We must be Productive. (13-19)
2nd Disadvantage of Tongues for Edification. Tongues was not edifying by itself (vs 4-5)
2 Disadvantages of Tongues for Edification: 1. Tongues did not have Primary Usefulness in the Church. (1-3)
3 Realities that Cause us to Seek Love over Sign Gifts: 1. Love is Greater than Revelation(8). 2. Revelation has been made Complete.(9-12) 3. Love Endures Forever. (13)
2 Righteous Encouragements of Christlike Love: 1. Persuasive Joy (6) 2. Productive Grace. (7)
2 Basic Influences of Christ's Love over our Sin: 1. Dying to Self (4)
Three Obstacles that are overcome in Christ's Resurrection Power: 1. The Hatred of the Leader. (27:62-66) 2. The Fear of the Disciples. (28:1-10) 3. The Slander of the World. (28:11-15)
Two Christ like Actions of Love that Vanquishes its Foes: 1. Restraining Enmity with Grace. (Love is patient) 2. Repaying Evil with Good. (Love is Kind)