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The Hardest Thing In The World

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 5, 2007

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The hardest thing in the world is to consider suffering and trials a gift from God.

The Hardest Thing in the World James 1:1-4 February 4, 2007 Have you ever felt like you’d been body slammed by life? I remember Christmas vacation of my sophomore year in high school. For some reason, the wrestling coach decided that we needed to practice. We practiced for 3 or 4 days of that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Of Nail Biting, Hair Pulling, And Chin Touching

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

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This sermon deals with the problems of stress and provides a TRANQUILIZER for dealing with it.

Nail biting, hair pulling, chin touching. . . . The other night Rebecca and I watched the television show Everybody Loves Raymond. In that episode, Raymond’s brother Robert was discovered to have an irritating habit. Before Robert put food into his mouth, he touched it to his chin. His in-laws ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

When Things Go Wrong

Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006

based on 8 ratings

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This sermon explores why we can "count it joy" when we have difficulties.

When Things Go Wrong James 1:2-4 Introduction: Have you ever heard someone say, “If you were just a better Christian, then you wouldn’t have all these troubles.” Well, if you haven’t discovered it already, I am here to tell you that being a Christian does not make you immune to problems and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problem With Problems

Contributed by Jennifer Casto on Apr 7, 2007

based on 45 ratings

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One thing is certain and Jesus said it: “In this world you will have trouble.” (John 16:33) Once we understand that problems do have purpose, we can better handle the trouble that comes our way. A BED OF ROSES WAS NOT PROMISED – AND HE HIMSELF (JESU

SERMON -The Problem with Problems – JENNIFER MEARS 8/17/2005 DOMINION HARVEST TEXT - James 1:1-4 What makes you lose your patience the quickest and in what circumstances? 1. abrasive people 2. family members especially 3. delays on the interstate 4. slow rush hour traffic 5. crowds 6. a slow ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by Josh Reich on Apr 16, 2007

based on 5 ratings

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This is the first part of our series on James. We talked about the difference between trials and temptations and how to handle them.

We are starting a brand new series today called a search for what is real. Between now and the end of June we are going to be walking through one of my favorite books of the Bible, and one of the most controversial ones, the book of James. When I was in college, I led a small group of high ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering Well

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 21, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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In light of the shootings this week at Virgina Tech, Pastor Dave discusses the mystery of suffering.

Suffering Well Stuff Jesus Changed, part 4: Suffering Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers April 29, 2007 This has been a terrible week for America, first in receiving the news about the deaths of those students and professors in Virginia, and then as we get information about the shooter and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Passing The Test

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 20, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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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

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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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

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Count My Trials And Struggles All Joy?

Contributed by Robert Coats on May 29, 2006

based on 22 ratings

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The Apostle James dropped a bombshell in his letter to Christians

Count my trials and struggles all joy? James 1:2-4 Are you going through any trials, temptations, tribulations, testings, or struggles? Then my brothers and sisters…count it all joy. Pastor what are you saying? How can I find joy in my struggles? You do not know what I am going through? Well ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Trials And Wilderness Period

Contributed by Karen Buck on Jul 3, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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Trials and Wilderness times, either one can be a test. This outline examines the difference between the two.

I. TYPES OF TRIALS A. Physical a. Health; handicaps;physical; addictions B. Emotional a. Our emotions are involved in it. C. Spiritual a. Soul ties; occult activities have not been renounce. b. Legal Right of Satan c. Importance of walking in Authority of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mature Faith

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 11, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Study with me the five purposes of the church – five experiences that can make us strong disciples, able to serve our Master.

My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider it nothing but joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance; and let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4 (NRSVA) Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Good Grief - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 14, 2006

based on 1 rating

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The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life.

Good Grief -- Part 4 On the lighter side of life: Funny pictures from aha.com Testimony: Trevor Jorgenson Thesis: The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life. Summary of the series – What have we learned? Good Grief pt ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Opportunity For Joy Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 15, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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God wants to take the trials in your life and through them produce in you fruit that will last.

An Opportunity For Joy Text: James 1:2-12 Introduction 1. Read James 1:2-12 2. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

What Pain Teaches You: Lesson 3: What To Do In Pain

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2006

based on 24 ratings

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“Dear brothers, is your life full of difficulties and temptations? Then be happy, for when the way is rough, your patience has a chance to grow. So let it grow, and don’t try to squirm out of your problems. For when your patience is finally in full bloom

A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Asking For Wisdom Series

Contributed by John Visser on Feb 20, 2006

based on 13 ratings

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When we ask God for wisdom in the midst of painful trials, ee start discovering what really matters. We start discovering how God is working out His eternal purposes in all of the pain and all of the confusion of the here and now.

Let me begin by giving you a little bit of the background information to the book of James. The book of James is the first of what is known as “The General Epistles” in Scripture. The general epistles are seven in number. Besides James, they include 1st & 2nd Peter, 1st, 2nd & 3rd John and the book ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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