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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Passing The Test

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 20, 2006
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    Every Christian needs to understand what to do in times of testing.

    of James was written by the brother of our Lord as a circular letter. That is, it was a letter intended to be copied and passed among the churches. Specifically, James was addressing “the twelve tribes scattered among the nations.” Most scholars believe this to be a reference to the believers who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2006
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    In James 1:2-12 we learn five timeless, spiritual truths that enable us to turn trials into triumphs.

    Introduction: A. In Max Lucado’s book, In The Eye Of The Storm (published in 1991), he tells a story about a parakeet named Chippie. 1. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. 2. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    When Storms And Troubles Won't Go Away Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 28, 2006
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    2nd in the series James Troubles and Storms come into the life of a Christian. Not "if" but "when" James provides direction and hope

    In Jesus Holy Name August 27, 2006 Text: James 1:1-4,12 Pentecost XII, Redeemer “When Storms and Troubles Won’t Go Away” The Book of James 2nd in the Series Max Lucado in his book “Eye of the Storm” tells this story: Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. Once second he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Wisdom Driven Life Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 30, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
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    James shows the value of wisdom as part of living the Christian life

    The Wisdom Driven Life James 1:2-8 August 13, 2006 Evening Service Introduction The story is told of a man in China who raised horses for a living. When one of his prized stallions ran away, his friends gathered at his home to mourn his great loss. After they had expressed their concern, the man ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Why Christians Face Trials

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,299 views

    lessons learned in the midst of the trials of life

    Intro: over the last few months with Lauri facing cancer surgery and chemo treatments, I have thought a lot about the reasons God allows His people to go through trials in their lives. The Bible is filled with people of God facing trials, so it is very clear that just because you serve God you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Happy Or Unhappy - Your Choice Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 19, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
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    In this message we are going to talk about 6 choices that you can make every day, choices that will help you build a happy attitude.

    THE AWESOME POWER OF ATTITUDE PT 3 "HAPPY OR UNHAPPY, YOUR CHOICE" "CHOICES & BY-PRODUCTS This our 3rd message on attitude... In our first message we discussed such things as: How your attitude reveals the real you (remember the jar of water with the loose lid?); we also talked about how ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Triumphant Church – Triumphing Over Trials

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Oct 20, 2006
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    The church of Jesus Christ is a triumphant church. That is why Jesus said, “Upon this rock I will built my church and the gates of hell will not prevailed against it.” The church of Christ is to be a church triumphant over trials.

    Title: The Triumphant Church – Triumphing over Trials Text: James 1: 1-12 Introduction The Apostle James wrote the letter to Christians that were scattered because of persecution. The Christians were going through difficult times and Apostle James wrote this letter as an encouragement to them so ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Purpose Of Testing Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007
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     | 13,302 views

    As Christians today, we have to endure testing. But God doesn’t only call us to endure it, He calls us to have joy in it. He calls us to have joy in it because there is a purpose behind it.

    1. Testing produces patience (3) 2. Testing produces perfection (4) 3. Testing wants wisdom (5) 4. Testing finds faith (6-8) JAMES 1:2 It’s back to school time, isn’t it? Teachers are excited. Parents are excited. Kids are excited. You can just feel the excitement in the air, can’t you? Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Trials May Come Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 9, 2007
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    When trials come, as trials do come into each life, how shall the godly person respond?

    JAMES 1:2-4 WHAT TRIALS MAY COME “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” One truth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Different: A Study In James - Patience

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
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    Today, we’re going to look at what James has to say about patience, about endurance.

    Live Different: A Study in James - Patience In the book of James, there are: 5 chapters, 108 verses…and out of these 108 verses, this little book of the bible contains 54 Imperatives/commands/encouragements This shows that this is a very practical book that will help guide us in daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Consider It All Joy? You Must Be Joking!

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,091 views

    God uses many different kinds of trials in our lives in order to mold, awaken, and mature us, i.e., to make us lovely, Christ like people

    Consider It All Joy? You Must Be Joking! James 1:2-1:4 Introduction: God uses many different kinds of trials in our lives in order to mold, awaken, and mature us, i.e., to make us lovely, Christ like people Preposition: Many times we balk at the very thought of suffering it. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Trials, Perseverance, And Maturity

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
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    We face many trials in life, the key to victory is faith.

    Trials, Perseverance, and Maturity James 1:2-4 NIV James 1:2-4 NIV 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Where Does The Joy Come From?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 29, 2007
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    It is one of the toughest questions a believer can ask: "How do I find joy in trials?" The only answer is in the words of our great God

    Passage: James 1:1-8 Intro: In terms of trouble in this life, it’s not a question of if, but when. 1. each one of us can tell story after story of trouble, great and small PP Car accident pictures Il) funny insurance stories 2. not everyone gets rich, not everyone gets famous, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Verdict Of Faith

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,621 views

    what is your faith level

    Intro: everyone of us will at times have our faith tested. In James 1:2-8 we are told that faith will be put on trial. The biggest question in any trial is, “ what’s the verdict.” We are given some of the litmus test of faith in these verses. The Verdict On Faith James 1:2-8 v.2—the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Raulerson avatar

    You Have To Be Kidding

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 6, 2005
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     | 2,286 views

    James’readers must have been amazed when he told them to count it all joy when they fall into trials. James was not kidding and explained how trials can be a friend and not a foe.

    YOU HAVE TO BE KIDDING! James 1:2-11 There are times in life when you hear something that sounds so outlandish that your first remark is "You have to be kidding!" You think that what the person is telling you has to be a joke or a lie, but certainly not the truth. This had to be the thoughts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational