“Tell the Truth in Love”

You can’t have lasting relationships without trust, but you can’t have trust without the truth in love.  Hear how we can develop honest the habit of loving, helpful communication.

Message Notes

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1 Corinthians 13:6 – “Love…does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out.”
Proverbs 11:3 – “Honesty guides good people; dishonesty destroys treacherous people.”
Proverbs 12:19 – “Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.”
Proverbs 10:10 – “People who wink at wrong cause trouble, but a bold reproof promotes peace.”
Proverbs 28:23 – “In the end, people appreciate honest criticism far more than flattery.”
Ephesians 4:29 – “Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.”
Proverbs 12:18 – “Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.”
Proverbs 16:23 – “From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.”
NLT, Tyndale

Objections to Honesty

“If I’m honest, I’ll RUIN my relationships.”
“Little white lies don’t HURT anyone.”
“When I bring up the truth, situations get WORSE.”

Developing Honesty in Communication

Tell the truth CONSISTENTLY. Proverbs 11:3, 12:19
Tell the truth COMPLETELY. Proverbs 10:10, 28:23
Tell the truth IN LOVE. 1 Corinthians 13:1-2, Ephesians 4:29
Tell the truth WITH TACT. Proverbs 12:18, 16:23

 Next Steps

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– Start learning about Jesus
– Ask Jesus for a fresh start in life
– Evaluate how truthfully I communicate
– Be on my guard to speak truth in love
– Be intentional and plan when speaking
– Start serving at Mission Trails Church Mission Valley
– Be baptized as a follower of Jesus
– Join or host a small group
– Place my faith in Jesus & become His follower

Referenced previous Message by Rick Warren