"Speaking life... In The Midst of a Dying World" - Pastor John D. Putnam
Series: POSC Services
June 22, 2025
Pastor John D. Putnam
In this urgent and hope-filled message titled “Speaking Life,” Pastor John D. Putnam challenges believers to reclaim the power of their words in a world drowning in noise, division, and despair. With scripture as his foundation and conviction in every word, Pastor John calls for a “revival of the tongue”—a fresh outpouring of the Spirit that transforms not just what we say, but how we live. In a culture addicted to clout and self-promotion, Speaking Life reminds us that God has called His people to more than echoing darkness. We are chosen to be salt, light, and truth-speakers in a generation desperate for hope. This message will stir your soul and inspire you to let God take full control of your voice—for His glory and for the healing of others. If you've ever asked, "Do my words really matter?"—this sermon will leave no doubt. It's time to let your voice become a vessel for heaven. To hear more life-changing messages or connect with us, visit posc.church!
Episode Notes
Main Point: In a world filled with death, despair, and deception, the people of God are called to speak life with their words and reflect Christ’s truth.
- We live in the last days—a time of spiritual darkness, cultural deception, and moral decline. But as believers, we are not called to echo the chaos. We are called to speak words that build, bless, and point to Jesus.
Key Scriptures:
- Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue...”
- Romans 6:23 – “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life...”
- Ephesians 4:29 – “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying...”
- James 3:5–10 – The tongue has the power to bless or curse—it reveals the state of the heart.
Major Themes:
- This Is the Last Days – Wars, deception, offense, and self-centered living mark our time.
- Culture Is Loud But Empty – The world promotes sin and mocks righteousness.
- We Are Called to Speak Differently – God’s people must speak life, not death; truth, not trend.
- A Revival of the Tongue – Our words must reflect what’s in our hearts, which should be led by the Holy Spirit.
- The Tongue Must Be Surrendered – Speaking in tongues at Spirit baptism is the beginning; continued surrender shapes holy speech.
Reflection Questions:
- Am I speaking life, or echoing the negativity of culture?
- Do my words heal and edify, or divide and discourage?
- When was the last time I let God truly take control of my tongue?
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