Sermons on James 1:19-25:

Anger Management Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 2, 2021

Anger is a two-edged sword: our disciplined responses to conflict can reflect spiritual wisdom and bear witness to the transforming power of grace. How well we control anger can reveal a lot about our spiritual health.

An OR nurse in Georgia tells the story of a couple arriving at the hospital, both of them with gunshot wounds. The husband had overslept on his first day on the job because his wife forgot to set the alarm, and he expressed his displeasure by shooting her in the arm. Not to be outdone, she ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Lord Build Me In Obedience Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Is it too much? Is it too hard? Sometimes when we read the Bible, we wonder, can it really be done? It seems like so much, it seems like such a high standard. I’ve wondered that at times.

"I've read that when Edward VI, the king of England in the 16th century, attended a worship service, he stood while the Word of God was read. He took notes during this time and later studied them with great care. Through the week he earnestly tried to apply them to his life. That's the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, James 1:23-24

Denomination: Salvation Army

"Are Your Words Flames Or Flowers?”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

I want to preach about what many believe is the number one problem in many homes today…THAT IS COMMUNICATION.

If you do the research most marriage counselors will tell you that 85% of the problems they deal with in marriages today has to do with communication. Some believe the reason for the problem with communication has to do with the difference between the male and female brain. Illus: Did you hear ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Responsibilities In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Today I want to talk about the two most important responsibilities in the church.

Illus: An unknown person wrote a letter to the editor of the newspaper and complained that it made no sense to go to church every Sunday. The complainer said, "I've gone for 30 years now," he wrote, "and in that time I have heard something like 3,000 sermons. But for the life of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Kind And Comforting Words Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 18, 2021

The oracle given in Zechariah 1:12-17 is expounded. These comforting words are applicable to God's people today. We sometimes wonder when God will intervene in our behalf just as the Jews did in our text.

Have you ever been treated unjustly and wondered why God seemed to ignore the oppression? When Babylon conquered Israel in 586 BC, they were extremely cruel to the captive Jews. Those Jews were experiencing God’s correction in their lives. But the Babylonians went way beyond that. They exacted an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:20, Isaiah 40:25, Romans 8:31-39, 1 Corinthians 10:11, Psalm 33:11, Ecclesiastes 3:1-4, Revelation 6:9-11, Haggai 2:1-23, Mark 15:34, Psalm 10:1-2, Hebrews 7:25, Haggai 1:1, Psalm 37:1-6, Zechariah 1:1-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Reflections

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 22, 2020

We cannot master the word of God, it must master us. It provides a mirror to help us see ourselves more accurately and act accordingly.

1. In his book, Glorious Finish, Daniel Henderson challenges us to imagine a world without mirrors, reflections, or pictures. There is no way to see how we look to others. Is our hair messy? Are we in need of make-up? Does our beard need trimming? Do these pants make me look fat? a. When Jewish ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

James 1:19-27 Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Rev. Craig James on Apr 19, 2018

We look at the letter of James and his challenge to put our faith into action.

Context James – written probably by Jesus Brother who was Head of Church in Jerusalem. James is writting before AD50 when Jerusalem Council was held. He is writing to the scattered Jewish Christians … they were being persecuted by both Gentiles and Jews. James is helping them to know the truth ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Congregational

Hearing And Seeing

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 19, 2019

"For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.”

HEARING AND SEEING Scripture: Acts 4:16-20 "For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.” INTRODUCTION: Taken from the book "The Holy War" by John Bunyan ---Diabolus (Satan) attacked Mansoul (symbolical for a person) at the Ear gate and the Eye gate. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Acts 4:16-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do I Handle My Anger Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Aug 20, 2024

Understand the difference between righteous anger and sinful anger

Understand the difference between righteous anger and sinful anger. Righteous anger: "Zealous" the word used to describe Jesus' anger in turning over the tables of the money changers. -Opposes evil and ungodliness: -Seeks to protect the innocent and vulnerable with the love of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-27, James 1:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing To Step Up

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Aug 24, 2024

The life of a believer in Christ Jesus, is one of choices. The believer can either choose to step down- be conformed to the world or step up- be transformed into the image of Christ.

The admonition in Romans 12:2 to the believers in Christ Jesus not to be confirmed to the world is a stern warning not to allow the prince of the power of the air ( i.e the spirit that now works in the children of disobedience- demonic spirits) to take hold of their lives and minds. As the prince ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:2-3, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:1-2, James 1:21, Ephesians 4:21-32, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ministering To The Hungry, Angry, Lonely, And Tired In The 21st Century Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 24, 2024

How do we minister to people who are hungry, angry, lonely, and tired? In this fast-paced, often disconnected 21st century, more people than ever are struggling with these feelings.

Ministering to the Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired in the 21st Century Matthew 25:35-40 (NLT) Introduction: Today, we’re going to address a topic that is increasingly relevant in our world: How do we minister to people who are hungry, angry, lonely, and tired? You may have heard the acronym ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:35-40, John 6:35, Isaiah 55:2, Ephesians 4:26-27, James 1:19-20, Psalm 68:6, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Careful What You Say On The Campaign Trail

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 24, 2024

In the Epistle of James, we are called to a life of integrity, one that aligns our words with our actions and our faith with our deeds.

Uncommon Wisdom: FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B Title: Be Careful What You Say on the Campaign Trail Scripture: James 1:17-27 (NRSVue) “But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves. For if any are hearers of the word and not doers, they are like those who ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-24, James 1:17-27

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2024

The Bible is much more than a book; it is the living, breathing Word of God. Through it, we find guidance, hope, and transformation for our lives.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of God's Word Introduction Today we’re going to explore the life-changing power of God’s Word as revealed through two key scriptures: Romans 15:4 and Psalm 1:1-3. The Bible is much more than a book; it is the living, breathing Word of God. Through it, we find ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4, Psalm 1:1-3, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Now Let's Be Obedient

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024

Do you believe that the Bible can help us with any circumstance that comes into our life. It is always good advice. But do we take seriously the advice from God?

This past month we asked the question if we even need the Bible. We also talked about listening to God instead of just hearing His word. Last week we talked about meditating on God's word and really taking it to heart. I am going to go back to the book of James today to talk about what we do ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Re-Examining Our Practice Of Christianity Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 28, 2024

Follow the commands of the Lord. Do not add or subtract from it, but keep the commands of the Lord your God

The majority of Ghanaians, around sixty percent, claim to be Christian. In a few months, we will be voting to elect a new president and new members of parliament. The campaign has already started and we are being told that not all that we hear is really the truth. Are Christians not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27, Deuteronomy 4:1-9, Mark 7:9-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed