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The Scuttlebutt Letters

Words to a Wild Tongue

Natalie Brand

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The Scuttlebutt Letters

Words to a Wild Tongue

Natalie Brand

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In the style of The Screwtape Letters, with a satire that will make you both cringe and laugh–out–loud, Natalie Brand demonstrates the havoc unleashed by careless words.

Scuttlebutt (naval slang for the ship’s gossip) is the affectionate nickname given to the Tongue by the Heart, as he reprimands the Tongue for steering the whole person into catastrophe; enjoying morsels of gossip, creating smokescreens of lies. From the Bible’s teaching on speech, particularly the Proverbs, the reader will taste the bitter destruction of the Tongue.

But as the Heart rebukes the Tongue it becomes increasingly clear that something isn’t right … there is another villain, a deeper poison, lurking within. What can be done if the Tongue remains untameable? Will the Heart get away with his hypocrisy? Is there redemption for either?

An immensely challenging little book for anyone with a tongue … or a heart!

What others are saying:

"If everything you say is always loving and life–giving then you can give this book a miss. For the rest of us, The Scuttlebutt Letters is a great resource. Drawing deeply on biblical wisdom, its intriguing and engaging presentation hits home time after time. It not only dissects the good and bad of our speech; it offers true hope."

Tim Chester, Author and senior faculty member, Crosslands Training

"Natalie has written a rare jewel – something not only deliciously playful but also theologically rich and deeply convicting. With deftly crafted, witty prose, she ultimately leads our convicted hearts and tongues to the sweetest Word, Christ himself."

Felicity Carswell & Sarah Dargue, Hosts, Two Sisters and a Cup of Tea podcast

  • Title

    The Scuttlebutt Letters

  • Author(s)

    Natalie Brand

  • ISBN

    9781527111165

  • Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Christian Focus Publications

  • Topic

    Holiness, Self Control

  • Audience

    Adults

  • Pages

    96

  • Published

    05/01/2024

Overall rating

5.0 based on 2 reviews

Clever, Convicting, & Encouraging!

This book is a clever nod to C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters, which I also highly recommend if you haven’t yet read it. While reading The Scuttlebutt Letters I laughed, I was convicted, and I was encouraged. This book stepped on my toes in the very best way- A way that brings you to your knees in prayer that God will equip you with the wisdom and self-control to govern your tongue. What an incredible book! I will most assuredly be revisiting this book again and will be putting it on my desk at work as a visual reminder of the truths within in the setting in which I need to hold those truths in my heart the most. Highly recommend!
Beth

Fantastic Lewis-style satire!

The Scuttlebutt Letters was both challenging and encouraging, with large doses of humour throughout. Personally, I have to admit, each chapter gave a new conviction! Drawing from biblical truths and personal experiences, Natalie cleverly uses satire to highlight the importance of guarding the tongue and speaking words rooted in love and grace. Natalie’s desire to see people grow in alignment with God’s word and with Christ-like behaviour, particularly speech, comes through. The gospel presentation in the last chapter makes this a great book to pass to a friend.
Emma

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