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  • James May avatar

    Sucking Blessings Through A Straw

    Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,293 views

    Trying to receive the blessings of God while we harbor a Root of Bitterness is like trying to drink after eating lemons. The flow is restricted because we are all drawn up inside.

    Sucking Blessings Through a Straw #13 in the Book of James Series By Pastor Jim May James has just completed dealing with the power of the tongue to destroy and to bless. Now we will see why the tongue is often put to such terrible use when it is used to destroy a life or a reputation. Most of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    The Production Of Humility

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 29, 2007
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    We are not naturally inclined to pursue humility, and yet it is one of the greatest Biblical characterisitcs there is. How does God build this into our lives?

    Passage: James 3:13-18 Intro: We all have a great example to follow, a man who lived the life described in v13. 1. this man is Jesus Christ. 2. his life was certainly a good one, full of deeds “done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 3. the great news is that, as James commands us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Michael Durst avatar

    Wisdom

    Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007
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    What role does wisdom play in the everyday life of a believer, and what exactly is wisdom?

    As I was writing the sermon this week, a memory came to the forefront of my mind. It had been hidden somewhere in my psyche for many years, but I believe that the Holy Spirit brought it to my attention for Gods purposes. I did a little research to confirm my foggy memory and indeed it was true. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Living In Godly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 71 ratings
     | 30,535 views

    I. The Definition of Godly Wisdom. II. Godly Wisdom Is Different Than Earthly Wisdom. III. How Godly Wisdom Works In Relationships.

    Living In Godly Wisdom Every day we have contact with many different kinds of people. Some are inspiring – others are irritating. Some are fascinating – others are frustrating. Some are delightful – others are dreadful. The fact is – many of the problems we have in life are because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Got Wisdom?

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 18, 2008
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    Wisdom is a gift from God. It is something that we can ask for and only useful if the wisdom we share has a heavenly source.

    Got Wisdom? James 3:13-18 I hope you recall that James is speaking to Jews living in a foreign land. Jews that believe that the messiah has come and are persecuted for their belief. The book of James teaches us a bout a faith that works, a faith that is made visible by actions. Today we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Fresh Water Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,273 views

    In this series, we will explore six traditions of Christian faith. The first is one that the Church of God strongly connects to: the holy life. We explore strengths/weaknesses and how to integrate it.

    Streams of Living Water Fresh Water James 3:11-18 October 10, 2004 Mark Eberly “Streams of Living Water” is the title of this sermon series. During the next month and a half we are going to look at six streams or traditions of the church. These traditions are six different foci concerning our ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Show And Tell Series

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Jan 24, 2009
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     | 9,724 views

    Wisdom from above is contrasted with wisdom from below...if you are wise show it.

    SHOW AND TELL James 3:13-18 I remember what I loved best when I was in elementary school; show and tell. We usually had that at the beginning of the day and anyone in the class could come up front to show something or to tell something. I always loved show and tell because I always had something. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Test 5: The Wisdom Test, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 9, 2007
    based on 69 ratings
     | 23,354 views

    What kind of wisdom passes the test of faith? The kind of wisdom that James describes as only coming from above.

    1. Roots of test-passing wisdom (17a) 2. Attributes of test-passing wisdom (17b) 3. Fruits of test-passing wisdom (18) JAMES 3:13 Who is a wise man? What is wisdom? It’s interesting that two people who are known for their wisdom asked that very same question. Solomon did. In Ecclesiastes 8:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Huie avatar

    Conflict In The Church Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,498 views

    Church conflict takes many forms, but most church conflict has one root cause... ungodly wisdom at work in the body of Christ.

    1. Illus. of Danny C’s church • Talked with a guy about his church. He was high on his church. He couldn’t have been more excited about fellowship and what was going on there! • Then he made a strange statement. He said, “We have a unique ministry here. Most of our members are people who had just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    What Are You Seeking Series

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,924 views

    A person after the heart of God should also seek the wisdom of God.

    I will send you the powerpoint for free, just email me with the sermon title in the subject line. James 3:13-18 “What are you seeking?” “A person after the heart of God should also seek the wisdom of God.” Sunday Morning Sermon 09.23.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) A professor of mine said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,306 views

    What is the difference between human and Godly wisdom?

    Wisdom is not the same as intelligence. Wisdom, biblical wisdom, is practical application of the truth of God’s salvation into the work of touching others for the sake of Jesus. Kenton just did that yesterday with lunches for those on the streets. But we’re not alone. Five families in Brandon ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Discerning True Wisdom (I) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 17, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,127 views

    Sermon explores question: How can we discern godly wisdom & distinguish it from the counterfeit?

    Discerning True Wisdom (I) James 3:13-18 7-13-08 Intro As background for our message this morning, I want to begin by reading a crucial bit of advice. What is the most important thing in life? What are you pursuing in life? I have known some people who spend most of their time and energy in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Discerning True Wisdom (Ii) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,621 views

    Characteristics of godly wisdom are examined.

    Discerning True Wisdom (II) James 3:17 7-20-08 Introduction Proverbs 4:7, “Wisdom is the principle thing: Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.” If wisdom is to be our principle pursuit in life we need to know exactly what the Scripture is talking about when it tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • John Wright avatar

    Who Is Wise And Understanding Among You? Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010
     | 5,629 views

    James presents the many postive characterics of wisdom, such as purity, gentleness, easy to talk to, merciful among other things.

    INTRODUCTION #16 1. Open your bibles to James 3:13 & then to verses 17&18. 2. In this section of scripture James begins a discussion on the subject of wisdom by asking a question. 3. Let’s read the first part of James 3:13a, “Who is wise and understanding among you?” 4. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 9 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2010
     | 2,810 views

    One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. ... Now in Chapter three, we see James is discussing wisdom and understanding, and once again, he makes the conclusion that just l

    THE ACTIVITY OF WISDOM JAMES 3:13-18 INTRODUCTION: One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. As such, what we have is the most basic and foundational principles on a variety of issues. A couple of weeks ago, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist