Sermons on James 1:17:

Is Sin A Test?

Contributed by Dennis King on Apr 20, 2022

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath.

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. Had you ever been an abomination to God for having ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2, James 1:22-24, Psalm 112:7-8, James 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again By The Word Of Truth.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 2, 2024

The unchangeable Father of lights brought us forth by the Word of truth.

BORN AGAIN BY THE WORD OF TRUTH. James 1:17-21. James has already indicated that our God is a generous Giver (James 1:5). Here he cites God as the inexhaustible source of “every good act of giving, and every perfect gift” (James 1:17a). There is not so much as a shadow cast as a result of any ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Powerful Prepositions

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on May 11, 2024

How things start out can often determine if they are victorious in the end. Our final outcomes are judged not in the light of today, but in the light of eternity. Romans 11:36 shows us a three-pronged test to get us started out right and to help us see it through to the end.

According to Merriam-Webster, a preposition at its most basic form shows direction. Romans 11:36 is packed full of three powerful prepositions. Not because the words themselves hold power, but because they are providing direction to the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. It says, “For from him ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:36, James 1:17, 2 Peter 1:3

Assurance Explained Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 13, 2024

This exposition of Romans 4:16 celebrates the assurance of salvation by grace while encouraging believers to continue in the faith.

Intro In Romans 4, Paul uses Abraham as a model for how to be saved. He makes this statement in verse 13: “For the promise that he would be the heir of the world was not to Abraham or to his seed through the law, but through the righteousness of faith.”i The promise of being heir of the world is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, James 1:17, Romans 11:19-22, Hebrews 3:12, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Hebrews 12:3-13, Matthew 24:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Every Man Is A Liar. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Every man is a liar; therefore, I will put my trust in God alone. I will not rely on the words or actions of men, but instead, I will place my faith in the unchanging and faithful God.

Every man is a liar; therefore, I will put my trust in God alone. I will not rely on the words or actions of men, but instead, I will place my faith in the unchanging and faithful God. This statement is a declaration of trust in God's sovereignty and faithfulness, despite the flaws and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19, Psalm 146:3, James 1:17

Ask And Receive Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 29, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 10:1-4 deals with God's way of blessing his people: thru the principle of Ask and Receive. His intervention on behalf of his people by sending Messiah is also expounded.

Our text today is in Zechariah 10:1-4. I. God’s INVITATION is to Ask and Receive We begin with the first word in that chapter: “Ask.”i God’s method of blessing His people begins there. He begins with an invitation to ask and receive. And that begins with our acknowledgement that every good gift ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12, Zechariah 9:16-17, James 1:1-17, James 4:1-4, John 15:1-10, Luke 11:9-13, Ephesians 6:10-18, Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 5:1-18, Deuteronomy 18:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

No One Else To Blame Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

When I yield to temptation, I have no one to blame but myself

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Progression Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 3, 2022

Based on James 1:12-18 - Challenges hearers to stand strong in the face of temptation.

“THE DEADLY PROGRESSION OF SIN” James 1:12-15 FBCF – 10/2/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video – All of us feel that way sometimes. Find ourselves constantly being rocked w/ temptations from every direction. Let’s talk about that today. EXPLANATION – James 1:12-18 Sometimes we feel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Ordain/Allow Evil And Suffering?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 12, 2022

Within the church, there is a belief that everything is under the direct sovereign control of God, therefore He ordains what satan and his minions do.

It is also believed that when people get sick or suffer horrible tragedies, it is the will of God because He "allowed/ordained" it. God is the Holy and transcendent one. He is sovereign, omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent and omnibenevolent. He knows all things past, present, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4, James 1:16-17, John 8:42-44, Ephesians 6:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relativism Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 5, 2023

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#2] RELATIVISM James 1:13-17 Introduction: Who defines moral truth? Well, according to a recent survey, 58% of American adults say you get to decide what’s right and wrong for yourself; and it’s not just those outside of the Church who think this way. 46% of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Meeting On The Mountain

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023

The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13, Philippians 2:14-15, Ephesians 5:8, James 1:17

Denomination: Nazarene

Every Action Matters Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 1, 2025

We need to come alive in 2025 and we do this by prophesying life into that which is dead and then asking the breath of Life from Heaven to enter that which is dead. We do this so people know the resurrection power of the Lord. Then we put our Words into Action

Opening Video: Shindler’s list movie clip – I could have done more! Series: Come Alive in 2025 Thesis: We need to come alive in 2025 and we do this by prophesying life into that which is dead and then asking the breath of Life from Heaven to enter that which is dead. We do this so people ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-27, John 16:32-33, James 2:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Are You Running From?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 24, 2025

Mercy and goodness may be the sheepdogs of God, snapping at our heels to turn us back into following the shepherd into the pastures of life.

Do any of you remember the movie The Fugitive, with Harrison Ford? I saw it again just recently. He does a fantastic job of showing the stress of being hunted. One twitch in a cheek muscle and boom! you're right there with him, forgetting to breathe, the adrenalin shooting through your system, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fourth Sunday After Easter (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 29, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 66:14-20, Job 19:21-27a, James 1:17-21, John 16:5-15. A). OF ANSWERED PRAYER. Psalm 66:14-20. The testimony of the people of God is supplemented with the testimony of one believer: like a good old-fashioned evangelistic meeting, which not only has good preaching, but also individual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:14-20, Job 19:21-27, James 1:17-21, John 16:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon Title: Go! And Remember His Faithfulness - Hebrews 13:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2025

In a world of shifting sands and fleeting promises, we anchor ourselves in the unchanging nature of our God. As Hebrews 13:8 declares, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” May this message encourage you to trust in the steadfast love and faithfulness of our unchanging God.

Go! And Remember His Faithfulness Introduction Today, we continue our “Go! And…” series with a message titled: “Go! And Remember His Faithfulness.” In a world of shifting sands and fleeting promises, we anchor ourselves in the unchanging nature of our God. As Hebrews 13:8 declares, “Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, James 1:17, Numbers 23:19, Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 100:5, Psalm 105:8, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:32, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal