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James: Faith At Work
Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 18, 2015 (message contributor)
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1. “passing The Test”
Contributed on May 18, 2015
James gives us some practical advice about how to pass through times of difficulty and testing.
The book of James was written by the brother of our Lord as a circular letter; a letter of instruction to be copied and passed around among the churches (v. 1). Many believe he was specifically addressing Jewish believers scattered from Jerusalem in the persecution following the stoning of Stephen ...read more
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2. “counsel Concerning Deliverance From Turmoil”
Contributed on Aug 3, 2015
James describes how Christ-followers can become peace makers.
Since 3600 B.C. the world has known only 292 years of peace. During this period there have been 14,531 wars, large and small, in which 3,640,000,00 people have been killed. War is a fact of live. Jesus said that we should expect to hear of wars and rumors of war until He returns (Matthew ...read more
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3. “counsel Concerning Wisdom That Is True”
Contributed on Jul 27, 2015
James draws a contrast between true and false wisdom.
Wisdom was an important thing to the Jewish people. They realized it was not enough to have knowledge; you had to also have wisdom to be able to use the knowledge correctly. All of us know people who are very intelligent, perhaps almost geniuses, and yet, seemingly are unable to carry out the ...read more
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4. "Counsel Concerning Control Of The Tongue"
Contributed on Jul 27, 2015
James tells us how control of our tongue is an important indicator of our walk of faith.
Communicating with words is one of the distinguishing marks of human existence. It makes possible the clearest level of understanding, the conserving and transmission of knowledge from the past, and the sharing of information from one intelligent being to another. Like so many aspects of human ...read more
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5. “the Gift Of Wisdom”
Contributed on May 26, 2015
James speaks to us about how to receive wisdom from God.
James tells us that wisdom is a gift we should ask for and here in his discussion, he tells us about the giver and the giving of wisdom; and the receiver and the receiving of wisdom. (READ TEXT) 1. The giver and the giving of wisdom - v. 5 James tells us that the giver of true wisdom is God. ...read more
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6. “be Prayerful!”
Contributed on Aug 25, 2015
James tells us there are four things we need to be sure to pray for.
As James concludes his letter, he encourages believers with the exhortation, “Be prayerful!” James uses the word “prayer” or “pray” seven times in these final verses. And as he speaks about the need to be prayerful, James mentions four things about which we ...read more
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7. "Thinking In Terms Of Eternity"
Contributed on Jun 15, 2015
Thinking in terms of eternity will change our perspective on earthly things.
Referring to the two extremes of human existence - the "haves" and the "have nots," James illustrates why thinking in terms of eternity is beneficial for the Christian. 1. thinking in terms of eternity will keep us from despair - v. 9 2. Thinking in terms of eternity will keep us from pride - ...read more
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8. "Two Types Of Testing"
Contributed on Jun 15, 2015
God has a purpose and so does satan when we face trials in life.
1. Testing from God - vs. 12 A. The nature of it - It is a call to faithfulness. B. The purpose of it - God's purpose is always to bless. 1) We will develop Godly character in this life. 2) We will receive a reward in the next life. 2. Testing from Satan - vs. 13-15 A. The nature ...read more
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9. "The Goodness Of God"
Contributed on Jun 15, 2015
God is perfectly good. What does that mean?
James speaks to us her about the goodness of God. He refers to God as the “Father of the heavenly lights.” This is the only place in the Bible where God is called by such a title and seems to be used by James for the purpose of emphasizing God’s goodness. The idea of ...read more
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10. “be Patient!”
Contributed on Aug 19, 2015
James tells us why we should be patient in the face of injustice.
One of predominant themes found in the book of James is that of “problems.” Another reoccurring theme is “prayer.” Still another is “patience.” Here, we find James exhorting his readers to be patient and prayerful in the face of their problems. James cites three ...read more
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11. “pure Religion Responds To The Word Of God”
Contributed on Jun 22, 2015
Pure religion accepts and applies God's Word.
With our passage for today, we begin a consideration of what James calls, “pure religion.” He is describing those things which will lead the child of God to live out our call to truly be a disciple of Christ, a sincere Christ-follower, whose life can be used of God to really make a ...read more
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12. “pure Religion Rejoices With The People Of God”
Contributed on Jun 29, 2015
James tells us that pure religion sees the ground as level at the foot of the cross.
“Honor God by accepting each other, as Christ has accepted you.” - Romans 15:7 (CEV) In discussing “pure religion,” James shares the same idea as Paul. Pure religion recognizes the “ground is level at the foot of the cross.” 1. An exhortation - v. 1 By ...read more
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13. “counsel Concerning Planning For Tomorrow”
Contributed on Aug 9, 2015
James tells us that God centered planning can make our life worth living.
Having just finished telling his readers about the need for them to avoid the wisdom of this world that is hostile to God, James gives a practical example on how to approach life in a different way than the world does. (READ TEXT) Verse 13 illustrates the planning of one who has not thought to ...read more
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14. “pure Religion Reveals Faith Through Work For God”
Contributed on Jul 8, 2015
James discusses the external evidence of one's salvation.
Faith is one of the great concepts of our Christian experience. Yet, some have pressed this to an extreme by implying that it makes no difference how one lives - faith is all that matters. What I am referring to is what is referred to by some as “easy believism.” Easy believism ...read more