Sermons on James 1:16-27:

Instruction In Christian Living Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001

A message encouraging the church to be a place for quality Christian instruction.

“…Instruction in Christian Living.” Deuteronomy 6:1-9 (August 12, 2001) Introduction Talk to some people about “Christian living” and you’ll have them wondering. To them, Christian living means just the opposite of living. They see living a Christian lifestyle as not really living at all, and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Faces In The Mirror

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 9, 2001

A message on our reflection in the mirror of the Word.

Faces in the Mirror James 1:22-25 22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; 24 for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 17, 2001

The tongue has done more destruction to our society than terrorist’s attacks. It has been one of the most powerful forces stopping revival from happening in this nation.

The seven keys to revival – Sermon 2 – Key 2 “Taming the tongue” Opening Scripture text Isaiah 30:25-26 25In the day of great slaughter, when the towers fall, streams of water will flow on every high mountain and every lofty hill. 26The moon will shine like the sun, and the sunlight will be seven ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26, James 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Preserve Us In Testing" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

God enables us to persevere through trials and testings.

"Preserve us in Testing" Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts An Army buddy of mine sent me a postcard that read, "I can resist anything but temptation." Some people don’t need to ask "Lead me not into temptation"--they can find it on their own! I don’t want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, James 1:2-16

Denomination: Congregational

"Becoming Fully Committed" Series

Contributed by Jason Hill on Jul 8, 2002

God requires that all who follow Him, follow Him completely with all that they are and have.

“Making A Difference” – Pt. 2 “Becoming Fully Committed” It is often times a funny thing being a follower of Christ. When you are fully committed to God and fully committed to His leadership in your life things sometimes happen that are beyond your control. But it is through these leadings of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:4-6, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growing In The Midst Of Trials (Part 2)

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

4 More Attitudes to have to grow in the midst of difficulties. Part 2 of 2.

Growing in the Midst of Trials Part 2 James 1:9-18 9 Now the believer of humble means should take pride in his high position. 10 But the rich person’s pride should be in his humiliation, because he will pass away like a wildflower in the meadow. 11 For the sun rises with its heat and dries up the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Sweet Fruit Of Bitter Times Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

This sermon explores the fruit of struggling with trials.

The Sweet Fruit of Bitter Times James 1:1-4 Krispy Kreme donuts are all the rage right now. Many of us have tasted them. Some people will line up and wait for hours to purchase these sweet delights. Let me tell you about the process that leads to a Krispy Kreme donut. First the little balls of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4, James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ears, One Mouth Series

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Feb 17, 2003

Have you ever heard the saying God gave you two ears and one mouth, so you should do twice as much listening as speaking?

Two ears, one Mouth James 1: 19-21 Lesson 6 19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: 20 For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God. 21 Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21, James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Trials And Temptations Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

This message encourages believers to understand the nature of trials and their results.

Trials and Temptations: Who¡¦s Responsible? James 1:12-18 We¡¦ve all heard the old saying that the two certainties in life are death and taxes. As accurate as that might be, I¡¦d like to suggest two more certainties ¡V trials and temptations. As soon as we are mature enough to have some idea of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Doer Or Hearer? Series

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Feb 17, 2003

# 7 in series Deceiving ourselves? Do we really deceive ourselves? When we hear the word of God, and don’t do what it says we are deceiving ourselves.

Doer or Hearer? James 1:22-25 Lesson 7 Here we see that James is talking about being a hearer and a doer of the Word, he is using this as a springboard to going in to faith and works and reconciling the two. Verse 22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, Matthew 13:19

Denomination: Baptist

Preventive Maintenance For Relationships Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 19, 2003

This message encourages believers to practice biblical principles in relationships regarding attitudes, communication, and anger.

Preventive Maintenance for Relationships James 1:19-21 By far the most difficult problem in relationships is poor communication. Whether we are talking about marriages, parenting, business, team sports, you name it. The one area that is most often tagged as the culprit in relational difficulties ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Little Life In Zoar

Contributed by Rex Williams on Feb 21, 2003

LIVING IN LITTLE, STAYING IN SMALL INSTEAD OF TRANSFORMED THINKING CAUSES PEOPLE TO SETTLE FOR THE WAY THINGS ARE-TO BASE THEIR LIVES ON THE LOW LEVELS OF CIRCUMSTANCE AND CUSTOM.

Genesis 19: 17 As soon as they [the angels] had brought them [LOT AND FAMILY] out, one of them said, "Flee for your lives! Don’t look back, and don’t stop anywhere in the plain! Flee to the mountains or you will be swept away!" 18 But Lot said to them, "No, my lords, please! 19 Your servant has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:17-38, James 1:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let's Go Christmas Shopping

Contributed by Jon Earls on Feb 13, 2003

UPDATED: For 2007. One thing that can’t be avoided during the Christmas season is the shopping. Here are some practical pointer’s to help out with your shopping. (This sermon ties in the Salvation message with shopping)

A small boy was writing a letter to God about the Christmas presents he badly wanted. “I’ve been good for six months now,” he wrote. But after a moment’s reflection he crossed out “six months” and wrote “three.” After a pause that was crossed out and he put “two weeks.” There was another pause and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15, James 1:17

Denomination: Holiness

God's Choice & Our Choices Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Jul 15, 2002

Temptation offers us many choices that might distract us from serving God. We have the choice to follow God because of one ultimate choice God made on our behalf.

Recently I heard about a middle school in Oregon that faced a unique problem. It seems that a number of girls there were going into the bathrooms and putting on their lipstick. After they put it on their lips, they pressed their lips to the mirrors leaving dozens of little lip prints. I guess they ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18, Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Hearers Only

Contributed by Terry Costaris on Oct 18, 2000

A Child of God is a Living Bible Some people are concerned over the "rash" of many new Bible translations" that have appeared in recent years.

A Child of God is a Living Bible Some people are concerned over the "rash" of many new Bible translations" that have appeared in recent years. They wonder which version is most reliable and which is closest to the original. These questions open the door to endless rounds of passionate debate. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-27