SERMON NOTES

May 18, 2025

They Say...Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones, But Words Will Never Hurt Me

Stephen DeFur

The single most often expressed emotion in daily conversation is _____________________.

The second most commonly expressed emotion in daily conversation is _____________________.

One of the biggest areas of regret comes from _____________________ we’ve spoken to someone else.

“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” - Proverbs 18:21

4 Principles to keep in mind:

1. My words _____________________ (Proverbs 12:18)

2. My words are a _____________________ into my _____________________ (12:33-37)

3. I must _____________________ my words (Proverbs 21:23)

4. I am meant to bring _____________________ (Proverbs 16:24)