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The Lost Art of Words (Part 3 )

    Learning the Art of Blessing
             James 3:7-12

To Bless:
     To give a good word
     To speak well
     To speak future words of well being

To Curse:
     To lift up with harmful intent


Curses:
     Piercing Put Downs
     Prophetic Pronouncements
     Comparative Critiques
     Exasperating Flash Points
     Recollection of Old Issues
     Denial of the Father's Love and Acceptance
     Refusal of Personal Approval

Blessings:
     Expectant Words of Future Well Being
     Consistent Affirmation of Personal Worth and Approval
     Continual Reminder of Love and Relational Strength
     Scriptural Promises for God's Presence and Provision
     Passing of a Generational Faith