WHO IS WISE?

James 3:1-18

Key Verse 13

“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”

1. Read verses 1-6. Why should we, as Bible teachers, be very careful in what we say? (1, 2) How are the illustrations of a bit, a rudder, and a fire, fitting in describing the tongue? (3-6) How can our words influence others?

2. Read verses 7-12. Why is hard for man’s tongue to be tamed? (7, 8) Why should we tame our tongue? (9-12)

3. Read verses 13-18. How can you recognize a wise person? (13) What are the differences between wisdom from heaven and earthly wisdom? (14-17) How can we be peacemakers? (18)