Sermons on James 1:17-27:

Enduring Word, Eternal Hope - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2024

We live in a world that’s constantly changing. Trends shift, people come and go, and the things we once held dear can fade. In 1 Peter 1:24-25, we’re reminded that while everything around us may fade, God’s Word endures forever.

Enduring Word, Eternal Hope - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Introduction: Church, we live in a world that’s constantly changing. Trends shift, people come and go, and the things we once held dear can fade. But today, in 1 Peter 1:24-25, we’re reminded that while everything around us may fade, God’s Word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25, Psalm 39:5, Isaiah 40:8, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Hearing To Holy Living: When The Word Gets Its Hands Dirty - James 1:22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2026

There is a dangerous place to live spiritually—and it’s not rebellion, atheism, or persecution. It’s comfort. It’s familiarity. It’s sitting under the Word of God week after week, nodding politely, agreeing inwardly… and then walking out unchanged.

From Hearing to Holy Living: When the Word Gets Its Hands Dirty - James 1:22 Introduction: The Most Dangerous Place in Church Church, there is a dangerous place to live spiritually—and it’s not rebellion, atheism, or persecution. It’s comfort. It’s familiarity. It’s sitting under the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Matthew 7:24-27, Psalm 119:105, John 14:15, James 2:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anger - An Open Door To The Enemy

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Feb 2, 2026

There are many ways in which devil finds his way into the lives of believers. These are generally the open doors that we provide him.

In The Screwtape Letters, a little book written by C. S. Lewis, a demon by the name of Screwtape writes letters to his nephew, Wormwood, on how to be more successful at tempting human beings. In one letter, Screwtape advises Wormwood that if he wants to keep his assigned human on the road to hell, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27, Mark 3:4-5, James 1:20, Luke 15:28, Genesis 4:1-4, 1 Peter 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

No Rain For An Evil Reign

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

From our political point of view, maybe we think things are going great. What do you think God thinks about the way things are going?

No Rain for an Evil Reign We have had a lot of rain lately - seems more than usual! When you look up, you can see dark clouds in the evening and you just know it’s going to rain again tonight or tomorrow! Of course I just put a watering system in my yard and then it rains a whole bunch! LOL! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Neighbor’s House Knocked Down

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

My neighbor's house caught fire and was totally destroyed inside. A wrecking crew came out and knocked the house down and hauled off the debris in a day! What does this mean for you spiritually?

Neighbor’s House Knocked Down Story about the house next door getting knocked down in one day. Back in September the house next door caught fire. They put it out but it was so smoke damaged that it was unlivable. Well last week we noticed the fireplug in front of our house had a valved installed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:15-20, James 2:26, James 1:22-25, 1 Corinthians 3:9-17, Luke 14:28-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The True Fast (Isaiah 58:6-9) Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Feb 23, 2026

Fasting is more than going without food. God calls us to a fast that breaks chains, feeds the hungry, and turns devotion into visible action for others around you.

The True Fast (Isaiah 58:6-9) Morning Lent Prayer, Day 5 Introduction There is a moment in every spiritual season when God shifts the conversation. We enter Lent with familiar disciplines, fasting from food, simplifying our schedules, spending more time in prayer, and we assume these acts alone ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:3, Isaiah 58:6, Isaiah 1:17, James 1:27, Isaiah 58:7, Matthew 25:35, Matthew 25:40, Isaiah 58:8, Isaiah 58:10, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Faith Faith Under Fire

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 3, 2026

James assumes something about the Christian life that modern Christianity often avoids: Faith will be tested. The question is not, “Will you go through fire?” The question is, “Will your faith survive it?”

2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18

Denomination: Other

What The Church Needs Now…(A Holy Hunger)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 5, 2026

Introduction: I am sure you have heard someone say or perhaps you have said this at some time, “I AM HUNGRY or I HAVE HUNGRY PANGS!”

We’ve all had the familiar feeling of rumbling in our belly when we’re hungry. It’s a clear sign from our stomach to our brain saying: Time for some grub! This discomfort that you feel close to lunchtime is called hunger pangs. Why do these hungry pangs actually happen? It is a part of our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-17

Denomination: Baptist

Does "Every Good And Perfect Gift” Include Trials And Suffering?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 6, 2026

This message is the third in a recent series about when ‘new’ challenges are being faced

This message is the third in a recent series about ‘new’ challenges I am facing, and they are a result of my reminding myself how to break the chains of regret, disappointment, and disillusionment that keep trying to bind me. There is some redundancy in the thought form with other messages for ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"True Religion”

Contributed by John Newton on Mar 8, 2026

James warns that faith must always lead to action.

This coming October more than four thousand exhibitors and nearly a quarter million visitors from fifty-five countries will gather for an event that you’ve probably never heard of. It’s the annual Book Fair in Frankfurt, Germany. And it is not only the world’s largest book fair. It is also the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Episcopal

The Goodness Of God Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Mar 11, 2026

Not everyone sees God as good. A great but not good God only produces fear. That kind of God discourages trust and breeds anxiety rather than faith. So today, we're going to look at another essential aspect of God's character — His goodness.

**The Goodness of God** Last week we talked about the greatness of God. Contemplating God's greatness is an important spiritual discipline. When we do this, we break free from our narrow perspectives — those little slivers of the universe we tend to get caught up in. And when we see how great ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, Psalm 34:8, Genesis 2:9, Nahum 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Speaks Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Mar 11, 2026

Today, we turn our attention to another stunning display of God's greatness: His clear communication with us through Scripture.

**The God Who Speaks** *A Sermon on God's Greatness Revealed in Scripture* Over the past few weeks, we've been contemplating the greatness of God together. We've seen His greatness displayed in multiple ways. We saw His greatness in His eternal nature — God who exists outside of time, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-8, Psalm 34:8, Romans 15:4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Studying The Bible Effectively PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to harness, honor, and apply God's Word in their lives, allowing it to transform, shape, and guide their daily actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy and a blessing to stand before you today, with hearts united in our shared love and reverence for the Word of God. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in this divine discourse, ready to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:11, James 1:22

Topics: Bible Study, Commitment

Are You Listening? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 14, 2024

This sermon encourages us to actively live out God's Word, harnessing its wisdom and honoring God through humble works.

Good morning, my dear friends. I am so overjoyed to see each one of you here today, gathered together as a family in the house of our Lord. We are here in our Father's house, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to hear from Him, to learn from Him, and to be transformed by Him. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Topics: Attitude, Hearer

Family Talk: Hearts And Bridges PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 31, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of effective communication in fostering unity and wisdom in relationships, emphasizing listening, understanding, and careful speech.

Good morning, church family! I feel a warm sense of joy and anticipation as I stand before you today. We’re here, not by accident, but by God's divine appointment. We are here to share, to learn, to grow, and most importantly, to encounter God in a real and transformative way. Today, we are going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 1:5

Topics: Communication, Building, Marriage