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Wise Living!
Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 19, 2023 (message contributor)
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1. Seeking Wisdom
Contributed on May 19, 2023
A series of messages looking at the wisdom of James.
Seeking Wisdom James 1:1-8 May 21, 2023 I love to read and it’s not unusual for me to be reading 4 books at a time and order more as well. I buy very few books, although I just bought 1 because it was to new to be transferred by the library. It had a great paragraph in it, that I glanced at. It ...read more
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2. God Never Tempts
Contributed on May 27, 2023
Practical Living from James - Part 2
God Never Tempts James 1:12-18 May 28, 2023 Have you heard the folk story of Jose Rivera? Jose Rivera was a bandit in southern Texas in the late 1800's. He stole money and jewelry, and the people hired a Texas ranger to track him down, arrest him and return what he stole. Rivera fled to ...read more
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3. Being A Doer
Contributed on Jun 2, 2023
A journey through the practical wisdom of James.
Being and Doing James 1:19-27 August 26, 2001 Has someone ever told you a story and you have absolutely no clue where they’re going with it? One time, I was talking to someone who actually said, “to make a long story, longer...” Ugh! Make it shorter ... please, especially when I don’t know what ...read more
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4. Judging According To James
Contributed on Jun 9, 2023
James tells us that showing partiality is wrong. Part 4 of a series.
Appearances James 2:1-13 June 11, 2023 ENTRANCE AND DISCUSSION - - - - - The words I say today are not predicated on what I wear, but what comes from the Word of God. As we continue on our journey through James, seeking to become more authentic Christians, James warns us about showing ...read more
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5. Faith And Action!
Contributed on Jun 24, 2023
A series looking at the practical words of James to help us demonstrate God's glory.
Believe and Do James 2:14-26 June 25, 2023 James is one of my favorite books of the Bible because it’s practical and straight forward. It’s very understandable. Yet, the passage we’re looking at today is considered one of the most misunderstood passages in James. There’s controversy over what ...read more
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6. Blessings And Curses!
Contributed on Jul 1, 2023
Looking at the practical wisdom of James. James 3:1-12
Blessings and Curses James 3:1-12 July 2, 2023 A "minister, priest, and rabbi" lived in a small town and became good friends. They decided to go on a fishing trip together. While they were there they began to share their innermost thoughts and secrets. The priest explained he enjoyed ...read more
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7. Becoming Wise!
Contributed on Jul 7, 2023
A sermon series using the practical wisdom from James.
Being Wise James 3:13-18 July 9, 2023 A 1916 ad that said it was healthy to give Blatz beer to infants. The ad said A case of Blatz beer in your home means much to the young mother and obviously baby participates in its benefits. The malt in the beer supplies nourishing qualities that are ...read more
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8. Humble Before God
Contributed on Jul 14, 2023
A series looking at the practical words of wisdom from James
Submitting to God James 4:1-10 July 16, 2023 Have you ever wondered how some wars began? A war in Italy, which resulted in the death of thousands of men, began over a wooden bucket. In 1864, Spain attacked Peru in order to get their hands on Peruvian bird poop, which was a great fertilizer. In ...read more
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9. Deo Volente - God Wills
Contributed on Jul 21, 2023
Looking at the practical wisdom from James.
Deo Volente (God’s Will) James 4:13-17 July 23, 2023 How many decisions do you think you make in a given day? From the simple of what to wear and eat for breakfast to the more significant decisions. Let me ask you - - - How many of you have purchased homes in your lifetimes? How many of you ...read more
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10. Generous Me!
Contributed on Jul 29, 2023
A practical look at the words of James.
Generous Who? James 5:1-6 July 30, 2023 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him 4 slices. The next time he came to the restaurant he wasn’t satisfied with the 4 pieces, so he ...read more
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11. Patience!
Contributed on Aug 11, 2023
A look at the practical wisdom from James. Looking at patience today!
Patience of Job James 5:7-11 August 13, 2023 Patience is not one of my virtues. I really struggle with being patient! For those of you who are not so patient, doesn’t it drive you crazy when people are patient? It’s like . . . how can you just be calm? I wish I could do that, but that might ...read more
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12. The Muchness Of God
Contributed on Aug 19, 2023
The final message in our series on James. Looking at how God answers our prayers.
The Muchness of God James 5:13-16 August 20, 2023 Here’s the bad news! Last Sunday most of us admitted our sinful predisposition to be impatient people. Hopefully, by the time we finish, you’ll see the good news! Today, in many respects we’re looking at patience again, but from an entirely ...read more