Words that Hurt, Words that Heal

James closed his letter with instructions about words. Don't swear oaths; let your yes be yes. When you suffer, pray. When you're cheerful, sing. When you're sick, call the elders. Confess your sins to one another, because the prayer of a righteous person has great power. Our words can wound, but James shows a better way. Words of honesty, prayer, and confession can heal, and can even bring a wanderer home.  (James 5:12-20)