Sermons on James Chapter 1 Verses 17 Through 7:

God's Christmas Gift

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 17, 2022

Jesus Christ was God’s Christmas gift and God never gives anything but the best. James 1:17

Paul said in 2 Corinthians 9:15, “Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift.” Christmas is that time of year when everyone’s thoughts turn to gifts and giving. I want to look at 6 things about God’s gifts today. I. It is an Unsolicited Gift. 1. Matthew 1:18-25 2. Many times, this Christmas ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, John 3:16, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (3 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

In chapter two we see why many think John was a “softy.” Look at verse 1. We read, “My little children...”

As we read these words, we can not help but think of an old, gray-haired man expressing concern for his children. This was exactly what John was doing. In a pervious sermon we dealt with the two sides of John’s personality. • That is, he had the intestinal fortitude to be able to look at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Blameless Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 6, 2014

1) Our Past is already taken care of (1 Corinthians 1:3-4, 6), 2) Our Present is provided for (1 Corinthians 1:5, 7a), and 3) Our Future is assured (1 Corinthians 1:7b-9).

There's a certain degree of optimism at the start of a new school year. There are no late homework assignments or projects. There are no low results from tests, no absences and no detentions from bad behavior. In essence, there is a flawless report and a blameless record. The challenge naturally is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Denomination: Other

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 3:10-12 - Message 7 – The Law Will Not Justify But Faith Will Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 16, 2024

Paul continues the great contrast of Law and faith and how justification is achieved. Those who claim to keep the Law must keep every tiniest part lest they break the whole Law. Remember the Law was given to Jews NOT to Gentiles who were never under the Law.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 3:10-12 - MESSAGE 7 – THE LAW WILL NOT JUSTIFY BUT FAITH WILL These messages in Galatians continue as we see the opposing sides of Law, and faith alone without the Law. [A]. THE LAW BRINGS A CURSE {{Galatians 3:10 As many as are of the works of the Law are UNDER ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:10, Matthew 19:16, Matthew 19:20, Mark 10:21, James 2:10, Galatians 3:11, Galatians 3:1, Galatians 1:6, Galatians 1:8, Isaiah 5:20, 2 Corinthians 6:14-15, Galatians 3:12, Galatians 2:16, Galatians 3:17, Galatians 3:21, Galatians 3:23, Galatians 3:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Bow Down And Worship Him Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 28, 2013

A study of Psalm 2 verses 1 through 12

Psalm 2: 1 – 12 Let Us Bow Down And Adore Him 1 Why do the nations rage, and the people plot a vain thing? 2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against His Anointed, saying, 3 “Let us break Their bonds in pieces and cast ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How You Doin? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 3, 2013

A study of Psalms 3 verses 1 through 8

Psalm 3: 1 – 8 How You Doin? 1 LORD, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. 2 Many are they who say of me, “There is no help for him in God.” Selah 3 But You, O LORD, are a shield for me, my glory and the One who lifts up my head. 4 I cried ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

In Remembrance (April 17, 2014)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

All of us realize that we are not perfect and that there is humanly no way possible for us to live as if we are. But, it is perfection that we are striving for as we strive to live out all that Jesus taught us about being His disciples.

IN REMEMBRANCE (A Maundy Thursday sermon) Text: I Corinthians 11:23-26 1 Corinthians 11:23-26  For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread:  (24)  And when he had given thanks, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Trinity Xx Series

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Oct 12, 2013

A sermon based on the Gospel of St Matthew, chapter 22 verses 1-14

Grace, mercy and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Have you ever been invited to a wedding ceremony? I suppose at one time or another we all have, right? In fact for some of us, it may have been our own wedding. But how many of us have ever been invited by a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The End Will Go Through Israel Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 11, 2011

God told Daniel that Israel will be judged for 490 years and the last 7 years, which are still to come, will usher in the end of this world as we know it.

Which country would you say is most influential in the world today, Israel, Peru, or The Philippines?? Now which country do you think has the most people?? The Philippines – 101,834,000 people Peru – 29,250,000 people Israel – 7,474,000 people And here’s a map of Haiti. Which do you think is ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:15-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gut-Level Worship Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 3, 2018

The offerings of Leviticus 1-7 are about sin AND fellowship with God. They connected the people with God at a visceral level. Application is made to our worship, with particular emphasis on Communion or The Lord's Supper. Selections from Leviticus 1-7 are carefully chosen to be brief.

GUT-LEVEL WORSHIP Selections from Leviticus 1-7 Maybe you have had the experience of going to a funeral or memorial service, where you heard things about the deceased that you didn’t know before. Maybe you thought, “I wish I had known about those parts of his life earlier; it would have helped ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 1:1-16, Leviticus 2:1-16, Leviticus 3:1-17, Leviticus 4:1-35, Leviticus 5:1-19, Leviticus 6:1-30, Leviticus 7:1-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 7: John 14:1-6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

John 14:1-6

“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me” (v. 1). 1. Jesus is concerned about your mental troubles, because unbelief is their source. 2. The primary source of our trouble is our heart, it is our personality, i.e., ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Last Days (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003

This is the 17th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness".

LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS (Part 1) 2 Peter 3:1-18 As a father of three, I have learned how to repeat myself. When I am trying to teach one of my children a lesson I must teach it to them several times and remind them of it often. In the last chapter of Peter’s second letter, he states that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sound Advice Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 14, 2014

A study of Proverbs 6 verses 1 through 11

Proverbs 6: 1 - 11 Sound Advice 1 My son, if you become surety for your friend, if you have shaken hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 You are snared by the words of your mouth; You are taken by the words of your mouth. 3 So do this, my son, and deliver yourself; for you have come into the hand of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:1-11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Romans Chapter 1(A) What Is This Call Of God? Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 2, 2009

What is the call of God and who are the called?

Dakota Community Church January 18, 2009 pm Romans – Chapter 1(a) Read Romans 1 Romans 1:1, 5-7 1Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God—…5Through him and for his name’s sake, we received grace and apostleship to call people from among all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-32

Denomination: Mennonite

Faith Futures At Record High - 1 Peter 1:7-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 28, 2024

Probably the most worn-out prayer there is, is that one-word reaction we always have when we suffer, “Why? Why is this happening?” Peter gives us the answer.

1 Peter 1:6 In which you rejoice, a little while, if necessary, you may be grieved in multifaceted trials, 7 in order that the proof of your faith (more precious than gold, the perishing through fire, but proved), it may be found toward praise and glory and honor in the revelation of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7-9