Anger & Harsh Speech
Anger and harsh speech often reveal deeper heart struggles that damage relationships, but Jesus offers healing and freedom as He renews your heart and speech through repentance and obedience.
SINS OF THE TONGUE
Corrupt & Impure Speech
Corrupt speech includes profanity, crude jokes, sexualized language, and careless words that do not reflect the character of Christ. These expressions may seem normal in culture, but repeated use can shape the heart and desensitize the conscience. Impure speech often reflects what fills the heart—whether it’s distraction, frustration, or entitlement—and can lead others into temptation, discomfort, or misunderstanding.
Jesus calls us to a higher way of speaking that builds up, honors God, and reflects wisdom. Freedom from corrupt or impure speech begins with repentance and a desire to align your words with truth, kindness, and grace. Through Scripture, prayer, and Spirit-led formation, God reshapes not only what you say but how you think and what you treasure. As you practice obedience in small moments of speech, your heart is gradually transformed, and your words become life-giving. Sonrise Church can walk with you through prayer, teaching, and community as you grow in speech that reflects Christlike love.
Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up.
— Ephesians 4:29
Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!
— Psalm 141:3
TURN TOWARD JESUS
Explore Practices That Shape the Heart
Turning toward Jesus means turning away from the sin you’re entangled in—and choosing practices that reshape your heart over time. Explore studying the Bible, prayer, fasting, and forgiveness to take a clear next step toward repentance, freedom, and deeper fellowship with Him.
Study The Bible
Studying the Bible is one of the most important ways we grow as we follow Jesus. This page provides practical tools, trusted resources, and simple next steps to help you understand Scripture and apply God’s truth to everyday life.
Prayer
Prayer is more than words—it’s relationship. Learn how to pray with honesty and faith, build a simple rhythm, and grow closer to Jesus through daily conversation with God.
Fasting
Fasting is a practice of setting aside something good—often food—to seek God with greater focus. Learn how fasting strengthens prayer, deepens dependence, and reshapes your desires toward Jesus
GET HOPE & HELP
Resources To Help Overcome Corrupt Speech
Corrupt Communication
A clear biblical explanation of “corrupt communication” (Ephesians 4:29), describing how harmful speech functions like “rotten words” and offering guidance...
Focus on the Family — What the Bible Says About Swearing & Dirty Words
A practical, Scripture-centered Q&A addressing profanity and foul language, why it matters to Christians, and how our speech flows from...
Foul Language & Guarding Your Speech
A heartfelt devotional reflection on the power of words and the spiritual calling to guard our speech, rooted in God’s...
Desiring God — Make Your Mouth a Means of Grace
A deeper theological article showing how corrupt or unwholesome speech is rooted in an unrenewed heart and how Scripture calls...
NEXT STEPS
Freedom from impure or corrupt speech begins with repentance and a desire to align your words with Christ’s love, and continues as you grow through Scripture, prayer, and discipleship. As you take these steps, Sonrise Church can walk with you through prayer, guidance, and supportive community.
Repent
Repentance is more than regret—it’s a turning of the heart toward God. By naming sin honestly and choosing a new direction of obedience, we step out of hiding and into the grace, freedom, and transformation Jesus offers.
Know Jesus
Jesus isn’t just a religious figure—He’s the Savior who invites you into real life with God. Explore who He is, what He offers, and the next steps you can take to know Him personally.
Get Baptized
Baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. It’s a public declaration that you have decided to follow Jesus and want to live for Him. At Sonrise, we celebrate baptisms as a church family, standing with you as you take this powerful step of obedience and faith.
Follow Jesus
Following Jesus means taking your next step with Him in real life. Find practical ways to grow through faith, spiritual practices, community, and everyday life.
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AN INVITATION TO JOIN US AT SONRISE
At Sonrise Church, we believe real life change happens when people encounter Jesus, walk in truth, and grow together in community. You are welcome here—no matter your past, your struggles, or where you’re starting from. Join us this Sunday to take your next step toward freedom and formation with us. Jesus changes everything.
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Many people use profanity, crude jokes, or careless words that shape their own hearts and influence others in ways they don’t intend. Impure or corrupt speech may seem normal, but Scripture consistently calls believers to speech that builds up, reflects wisdom, and honors God.
Impure speech affects people throughout Santee, Lakeside, El Cajon, and the greater East County San Diego area, shaping conversations in homes, workplaces, and community life. While culture often normalizes profanity or coarse language, Jesus invites His followers into speech that reflects the character of Christ—words marked by grace, kindness, and truth. Transformation begins when we repent, renew our minds, and allow God to reshape our speech from the inside out.
For those seeking faith-based support for impure speech in Santee or East County San Diego, Sonrise Church exists to walk with you as you pursue healing and freedom in what you say. Through Scripture, prayer, and discipleship, God can help reorder your speech so that it encourages, strengthens, and reflects Christ’s love.