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So when you read the Bible, it's clear that there are occasions where Jesus, the apostles,

the prophets use very strong language. And more and more, I think Christians are becoming

comfortable with this kind of language, especially in our day. The feeling is the way the

culture is going, the kind rhetoric, the gentle speech, that's

not going to win anyone over to our side anymore.

People need a stronger word.

Well, do they?

What should Christians be characterized by in their speech?

And when is it appropriate for us as followers of Jesus to use a harsh tone?

That's what we're going to be thinking about.

So sometimes people refer to this as speaking with a prophetic or a serrated edge.

When you look at the ministry of Jesus or the prophets in the Old Testament, it's clear that

sometimes they use some pretty strong language in order to get their point across.

And I guess the first thing to note is that the Bible actually has a lot to say about the

kind of speech we as followers of Jesus should be characterized by.

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