LIGHTHOUSE
CHURCH
Discussion
I. What is communication?
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Process of sending and receiving information
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A gift of God.
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A tool for relationship
II. Who is the best communicator?
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God. (Matthew 11:5, Romans 4:17)
III. There is a call to listen. Two ears, one mouth. (James 1:19)
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Wise people listen (Proverbs 12:15, 17:28, 1:5)
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Use your eyes and your ears to receive.
IV. Speak the truth in love. (Ephesians 4:15-16, 25-32)
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You must know the truth to speak it. (John 14:6)
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Speak truth to yourself and others
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The Holy spirit guides you into truth. (John 16:13)
V. There are communication blockers.
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Assumptions – assuming you are right without listening. (Proverbs 18:13, 16:2)
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Blame – (Galatians 6:4-5)
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Triangulation
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Speak truth directly to the person involved. (Zachariah 8:16-17, Matthew 18:15)
VI. Jesus is the key to effective communication. (Jeremiah 1:9-10)
COMMUNICATION IS THE TOOL TO ACHIEVE THE PURPOSE OF GOD FOR OUR LIVES.