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  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015
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    Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

    James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Good And Perfect Gifts - James 1:16-18 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 12, 2015
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    These verses follow teaching on testing and trials. Is it possible that testing and trials could be considered good and perfect gifts from the Father of the heavenly lights? It all depends if you're walking with Him or away from Him.

    (Pastor Steve starts the first section - co-preaching with Pastor Karenlee) The Scripture that we’ll be taking a look at today is … James 1:15-18 “Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Run To The Light!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 20, 2015
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    In a dark world it is best to go the the Light!!

    James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. My friend John and I were discussing this verse and he used the illustration of a lit match. The flame itself casts no shadow, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 29, 2015
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    God is available at all times to hear our prayers, to listen to our concerns and to be touched by the nonverbal communication of our feelings. In return, we must be increasingly acquainted with the voice of God. We must follow God each and every day.

    In the passage from James 1:17-27, James talks about the goodness of God. God doesn’t tempt us to do evil things, but he often uses life’s challenges to strengthen and perfect us. In the process we become more like God. Instead of tempting us to do evil things, God gives us good gifts. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What Do I Look Like?

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 30, 2015
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    The text describes to us, not to forget what manner of person we see in the mirror.

    James 1:17-27 What do I look like? One of the cool things about going to an amusement park or carnival is a visit to the "house of mirrors" or "hall of mirrors." When visitors look at themselves in these mirrors, their images are distorted! Perhaps they're very tall ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Temptations? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 28, 2015
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    How do we deal with temptations which always creep into our lives?

    We continue our study of the Letter by James in the New Testament. Last week we noted that no matter who that James was, God spoke though him. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness… 2 Timothy 3:16! We worship with God’s Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christmas Presence Series

    Contributed by N A on Dec 21, 2011
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    God loves to give good gifts to His children. He has many wonderful Christmas presents for everyone, and you don’t have to wait until December 25th to open them.

    CHRISTMAS PRESENCE ILLUSTRATION: Santa Letters "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year before that. This is your last chance. Signed, Alfred." "Dear Santa, there are three little boys who live at our house. There is Jeffrey; he is 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Side Road To Temptation

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 11, 2012
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    Have you been drawn away from God’s will for your life, by the appeal of the side-roads? Have you been led down the path of sin or disobedience to the perfect will of God? It will surely end in serious loss, mischief, maybe physical death, but worse in th

    Intro: Yungas Road of Bolivia is the world’s most dangerous side road; built by prisoners in 1930s; 200-300 annual deaths since it opened in 1935. It is only 10 feet wide but over 60 kms. long. It passes thru heights of 4,000-15,000 feet from La Paz. I. THE BEGINNING OF TEMPTATION (Jas. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Misconceptions Regarding Temptation

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 17, 2012
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    Everbody is tempted. However, there are common misconceptions regarding temptation that Satan uses against us. This lesson exposes Satan's schemes regarding teptation. (Adapted from Charles Stanley's book: "Temptation.")

    MISCONCEPTIONS REGARDING TEMPTATION 1/22/12 – Garfield A. The term TEMPTATION brings to mind different connotations for each of us. ILLUSTRATION: For some, the word CONJURES up a delicious HOT FUDGE SUNDAE with whipped cream and nuts dripping off the sides. (SORRY, I ZONED OUT FOR A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding Temptation

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 24, 2012
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    Temptation can take us by surprise sometimes. We can get discouraged when we find ourselves giving in over and over. We get overwhelmed when it seems like we can't catch a break. What can we do? It's important that we understand what's going on so we can

    UNDERSTANDING TEMPTATION James 1:13-18 1) The difference between testing and temptation. • Testing is good; temptation is not (Vs. 17). Every good and perfect gift is from above. Therefore, since God doesn’t tempt anyone temptation is not good. However, it isn’t sin, since Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Perseverence Pays Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 31, 2012
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    Faithful perseverence is the key to surviving our trials.

    Runner’s World (8/91) told the story of Beth Anne DeGiantis’s attempt to qualify for the 1992 Olympic Trials marathon. A female runner must complete the 26 mile, 385 yard race in less than two hours, forty-five minutes in order to compete in the Olympic Trials. Beth started strong but ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Choices Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 8, 2012
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    God is steady in his dealings with us. He does not deceive us or try to draw us into sin. We make the choice to stand with God or give into temptations.

    1. Politician A politician was running for re-election and was talking at a campaign stop to his constituents. "My opponent has called me a liar. I want you to know that I have never lied to you. The only problem I have is that the facts don’t always match up with what I believe or say." Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Flirting With Darkness

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 22, 2013
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    We must be filled by the Holy Spirit in order to thwart temptations and avoid sin.

    Flirting with Darkness January 20, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be filled by the Holy Spirit in order to thwart temptations and avoid sin. Focus Passage: James 1:12-16 Supplemental Passage: If we say that we have fellowship with Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Pendleton avatar

    The Best Things In Life

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 18, 2013
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    A thanksgiving sermon, good for any time, that gives thanks for the best things in life.

    The BEST Things In Life James 1:17 This sermon comes largely from my son Reese. There is a saying, "Out of the mouth of babes". There must be an end to that statement but I don't know what it is. But I know that it means that sometimes the greatest truth comes from a child. We were walking up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Benefit From Trials Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 7, 2015
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    Suffering trials is a strange place to find anyone rejoicing, yet that is the surprising instruction of God for us in Christ.

    At the heart of the gospel is the amazing truth of how God is willing to suffer to redeem us. Jesus experienced firsthand the greatest human trial imaginable. He endured being betrayed by on of the 12 apostles, deserted by all his closest friends and followers, falsely accused, being mocked and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ