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April 12th, 2026 | Bryan Vaughn | The Power Of Words

What if the most powerful force in your life isn’t what you do—but what you say?

This week, we step into the book of James to explore the surprising power of our words. From the very beginning, God used words to create, bless, and bring order to chaos—and we’ve been given that same power. But James warns us that our tongues can just as easily destroy, discourage, and divide.

Together, we reflect on the weight of our words, the responsibility we carry, and what our speech reveals about our hearts. We’re invited to slow down, take inventory, and allow God to reshape not just what we say—but…

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