Beware the Power of the Tongue

Given on May 18, 2024 by Rick Shabi Listen

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As we strive for unity among God's people, we must remember and be aware of the devices Satan will use in an attempt to divide us. Division is one of his tactics and the methods he uses to create that division is another. God calls our "tongue" an instrument, if we are not aware, an instrument that is "set on fire by hell." What must we do to overcome this human tendency and weakness?

Rick Shabi

President, United Church of God

Rick Shabi was ordained an elder in 2000, and relocated to northern Florida in 2004. He attended Ambassador College and graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Business, with a major in Accounting. After enjoying a rewarding career in corporate and local hospital finance and administration, he became a pastor in January 2011. Since then, he and his wife Deborah have served in the Orlando and Jacksonville, Florida, churches. Rick served as the Treasurer for the United Church of God from 2013–2022, and was named President in May 2022.