God has granted us the powerful gift of communication, which we must employ with great care and deference to the good intentions of our all-knowing and all-hearing God.
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Crabtree, Sam. Practicing Affirmation: God-Centered Praise of those Who are Not God. Crossway, 2011.
- Edwards, Jonathan. Charity and Its Fruits. Banner of Truth, 1969.
- Fernando, Ajith. Reclaiming Friendship. Herald Press, 1993.
- Hamilton, James M. God’s Indwelling Presence. B & H, 2006.
- Kroll, Woodrow. Struggling with Selfishness: Choosing to Look Past Yourself. Back to the Bible, 1996.
- Mack, Wayne A. Humility: The Forgotten Virtue. P & R Publishing, 2005.
- Mayhall, Carole. Words that Hurt; Words that Heal. NavPress, 2007.
- Murray, Andrew. Humility: The Journey Toward Holiness. Bethany House, 2001.
- Packer, J. I. A Quest for Godliness. Crossway Books, 1994.
- Piper, John and Justin Taylor, eds. The Power of Words and the Wonder of God. Crossway, 2009.
- Ralevic, Simo. The Tongue: Our Measure. Banner of Truth, 1996.
- Sanders, Oswald. Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer. Moody Press, 1994.
- Swindoll, Charles. Improving Your Serve: The Art of Unselfish Living. Thomas Nelson, 1990.
- Tripp, Paul David. War of Words: Getting to the Heart of Your Communication Struggles. P & R Publishing, 2000.
- Wilkins, Steve. Face to Face: Meditations on Friendship and Hospitality. Canon Press, 2002.