The Echo of Our Words - Matt McInnes - 10 May 2026

The Power of Words: Life, Death, and Responsibility "The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit." — Proverbs 15:4 Words are never neutral; they carry the power to heal or to harm. This message explores the profound impact of our speech and our shared responsibility as image-bearers of God to use our voices with wisdom. Highlights: The Weight of Speech: How our words act as either a "tree of life" or a force that crushes the spirit. Reception & Context: Why understanding the listener's heart is just as important as the words we choose. A Royal Priesthood: Recognizing our authority to declare God’s light and the responsibility that comes with representing Him. Prophesying Life: Choosing encouragement and Kingdom-building over negativity and cynicism. Whether you need to break free from negative words spoken over you or want to sharpen your own stewardship of speech, this message offers a path toward speaking life into the world around you.