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7th part on the book of James - we should not only know what t believe but how to behave
TOPIC: FAITH IN ACTION Text: James 2:14-26 Introduction: (ILL. Trust Him Fully - An old Methodist preacher once offered this prayer in a meeting: "Lord, help us to trust Thee with our souls." Many voices responded with a hearty, old-fashioned "Amen!" "Lord, help us to trust Thee with our ...read more
Scripture: James 2:14-26
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
"James with the Camel's Knees" gives us a crucial, practical lesson on prayer. He gives us technique and an example.
1. Salesman and Prayer The story is told of a man who went and made a sales presentation to the leadership of a church. When the presentation was over, one of the men in leadership when into the auditorium, knelt down and after a minute of silent prayer, returned and announced in a solemn tone, ...read more
Scripture: James 5:13-18
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Continuing a series in the letter of James I ask to what extent our plans match up with God's plans.
We come to the 10th episode of our series in the New Testament letter of James. His Hebrew name is Yaakov. He was a half-brother of Jesus, and he was one of the earliest leaders of the church in Jerusalem after the resurrection of Jesus. In this section James (4:13) addresses believers who have ...read more
Scripture: James 4:13-17
Denomination: Anglican
Paul and James agree. Faith works. How? Here's where we need both of these to help us understand.
Romans 3:21-28 Ephesians 2:1-10 James 2:14-26 What is going on here? Are Paul and James contradicting one another? Does James hold a gospel that teaches justification by faith with works while Paul’s gospel teaches justification by faith without works? Because James is so strong on works ...read more
Scripture: James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:1-10
Because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. – James 2:13
Because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. – James 2:13 We all have been shown great mercy in our lives. God has shown great compassion and forgiveness towards us in not counting our sins against us. We were in a place were God was ready to punish us ...read more
Scripture: James 2:13
James gives three of God's summons against hoarding our riches and depriving those in need.
This evening’s passage may not apply to anyone here tonight because it’s talking about the rich. But the lesson we learn concerns more than having lots of money. We may not think we are rich, but we have more than probably 90% of individuals around the world. Tonight, we will be looking at James ...read more
Scripture: James 5:1-6
Denomination: Baptist
Jesus Christ was God’s Christmas gift and God never gives anything but the best. James 1:17
Paul said in 2 Corinthians 9:15, “Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift.” Christmas is that time of year when everyone’s thoughts turn to gifts and giving. I want to look at 6 things about God’s gifts today. I. It is an Unsolicited Gift. 1. Matthew 1:18-25 2. Many times, this Christmas ...read more
Scripture: James 1:17, John 3:16, Isaiah 9:6
Philippians 1:12-18 teaches us to put the advance of the gospel at the center of our ambitions.
Scripture We are in a series of sermons on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting of his letter to the Philippian Christians, Paul gave thanks to God for them, and then he prayed for them. He had planted the church in Philippi ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
James was a pastor/servant whose life portrayed the practical faith which he encouraged his readers to live by.
SERIES - JAMES "A Living Faith for Practical Living" "James: A Living Example of Practical Faith" James 1:1 James, a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad: Greetings. Today, being the first Sunday of 1998, my prayer is that not only ...read more
Scripture: James 1:1
This sermon explores how to embody humility, honor others, and heed God's guidance in our speech, as instructed in the book of James.
Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to seek wisdom from the Word of God. We are here to draw from the life-giving fountain of Scripture, to drink deeply of its truths, and to let its life-transforming power wash over us. We stand on the precipice of a new ...read more
Scripture: James 4:11-12
Topics: Faith
Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Luke 12: 32-40 (32-48), August 12th, 2001 Title: “How to plant eternal seeds of charity in the course of our daily lives.”
Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Luke 12: 32-40 (32-48), August 12th, 2001 Title: “How to plant eternal seeds of charity in the course of our daily lives.” Jesus is pictured as giving instruction to his disciples as he is journeying toward Jerusalem. The material in this section comes from ...read more
Scripture: Luke 12:32-48
Denomination: Lutheran
Romans 12 contains some of the Gifts given by the Spirit of God in order to edify the Body and bring Glory to God. The first listed in Romans 12:6, Prophecy, has often been the center of Christian debate.
"Prophets and Prophecy" Romans 12:6 We have been putting all the puzzle pieces together of those believers in Christ who are called out of the world, to live and serve together ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:6
This sermon is a celebration of the armed forces in the united states and a demonstration of the love and sacrifice that the military live in their service to our nation. It also shows the love and sacrifice that Jesus made for us. Based on Rom 12:9-12
Introduction Today is a special day in our church calendar. It’s not a holiday. It’s not a specific celebration of any historical event, person or location. It’s a day we set aside to honor and remember the members of the Armed Forces who have served our nation so well. We ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:9-12
As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the principles of inclusion and justice, particularly through the lens of womanist theology.
Introduction: The Call for Equity and Inclusion Dearest family, we gather today in the spirit of unity and love, seeking the inspiration of our ancestors as we engage with the sacred text of James 2:1-10. As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the ...read more
Scripture: James 2:1-10
Denomination: Methodist
Why do we worship God? Deut.6.4-12 gives us some answers.
Y WORSHIP? Deuteronomy 6.4-12 In the US there was a well known preacher called Henry Ward Beecher. His congregation was packed every week and many visitors came to hear him preach. One Sunday he was away from his home congregation and his brother was filling in for him. When his brother walked ...read more
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-12
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
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