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  • Matthew Morine avatar

    Discerning God's Will

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
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    How do we know God’s will in the big choices in life? How can we discern which direction to go? We can walk by faith into the future because of confidence in the caring nature of our God.

    DISCERNING GOD’S WILL When I was in Canada as a new Christian I had a huge choice to make. I had three options in front of me to choose from. All of these choices were good and moral. It was not a choice between right or wrong but rather an inconclusive choice. I had to pick from these ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You're More Than Your Bank Account Series

    Contributed by Louis Bartet on Apr 24, 2005
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    EXCERPT: It is not the dollar that gives value to the owner, but the owner who gives value to the dollar by how he uses it.

    SERIES TITLE: COUNT IT ALL JOY SERMON TITLE: YOU’RE MORE THAN YOUR BANK ACCOUNT SERMON TEXT: James 1:9-11 Author: Louis Bartet TEXT 9But let the brother of humble circumstances glory in his high position; 10and let the rich brother glory in his humiliation, because like flowering grass he will ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    The Problem With Problems

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 106 ratings
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    Christians are like tea bags: You don’t really know what’s in them until you put them in hot water. Discover God’s purpose behind your problems!

    The Problem with Problems James 1:1-4 What makes you lose your patience the quickest and in what circumstances? 1. abrasive people 2. family members especially 3. delays on the interstate 4. slow rush hour traffic 5. crowds 6. a slow checkout line at Wal-Mart 7. trying to get out of a parking lot ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jonathan Falwell avatar

    Lesson 2: How To Overcome Temptations Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
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    “Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neit

    A. INTRODUCTION JAMES 1:12-15 “Blessed is the man that endureth temptations: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    The Process Of Sin

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
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    This sermon traces the process of sin as seen through the matter of David and Bathsheba.

    THE PROCESS OF SIN Text: James 1:13-15 I. Lust A. Comes in Different Forms (1 John 2:15,16) B. Results in Temptation (James 1:14) C. 2 Samuel 11:1, 2 II. Sin A. Always Leads to More Sin • 2 Samuel 11:4 o Lust -> adultery -> deceit -> causing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Why Me, Lord?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 4, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,704 views

    A look at the trials in our lives, why we have them, how we should use them, and keeping a proper perspective as we go through them.

    How many of us have found ourselves with burdens that affect our lives? In reality, we all have our hardships, don’t we? Have you ever wondered why God lets His children suffer such unpleasantries? Let me give you a little hint. It has to do with our huge egos that think we are the ones in ...read more

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  • W F avatar

    (Part 1) How To Avoid Sinking In Rough Seas Series

    Contributed by W F on Feb 6, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,758 views

    James shows us how to emerge from trials having mastered the art of living and becoming all we were intended to be.

    LIVING THE HIGH LIFE Part 1. How to Avoid Sinking in Rough Seas James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION All true followers of Jesus are surrounded by a variety of endless trials and tests. How do we deal with them without sinking under the pressure? James reveals a secret: Instead of caving in under the ...read more

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    Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,572 views

    We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seeking Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,000 views

    Where do we turn when we want to know something. God encourages us from His word how we might find great wisdom within Him word.

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Seeking Wisdom” (James 1:5-8) Introduction:  WISDOM – one of the greatest possessions one can ascertain in the world…with it one can achieve great things  As we seek direction in our lives we know that with the proper wisdom in certain situations we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Trials Of Poverty & Riches Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,727 views

    Humility is one of the great keys of an effective Christian life. James points out some important aspects of living the humble Christian life.

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Trials of Poverty & Riches” (James 1:9-11) Introduction:  Keeping in our context we see that wisdom to understand our trials can be a very useful thing…it can also be useful as we consider our attitude in the world  No one likes a stuck up ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christian & Temptation Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    We all struggle with temptations in differing forms. Let’s spend a few moments allowing James to share with us his appraoch to being overcomers.

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “The Christian and Temptation” (James 1:13-18) Introduction:  Recall story of Daniel and the Lion’s den…  One of the greatest challenges of living the Christian life is trying to overcome temptations  We have it tough – (it is not easy being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    James- An Overview Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 11, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,355 views

    An overview of the book of James, given as a launch to a sermon and cell series

    An overview of the book of James 11/09/03 Speed read the whole book 1. THE AUTHOR - I don’t want to steal the thunder of the studies I’ve prepared, which covers possible authors (read it) Suffice to say that my conclusion is, along with that of tradition, that this is written by Jesus’ younger ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Defeat Temptation Series

    Contributed by Clark Frailey on Apr 15, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,144 views

    Sermon 1/2 in the Introduction to James Series

    How to defeat Temptation Scripture: James 1:12-18 Introduction: I am reminded of a little boy and his mom. She had just baked some fresh cookies and placed them on the counter to cool. The little boy made the comment to his mother about how good the cookies smelled. The mother told him he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Count It All Joy

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,206 views

    James is a “Do this! Do that!” book which, taken to heart, will dynamically affect our lives on every level. We will not be the same at the end of this study if we prayerfully ask the Spirit to apply what we learn.

    1. James verse 1 James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. a. Half Brother of Christ James a half-brother, of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospels mention this fact in Matthew 13:55 "Is not this the carpenter’s son? Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing The Trials Of Life

    Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,988 views

    Learn to understand the meaning of trials and understand that God is at work in spite of your circumstances. He requires simple trust in Him.

    The Christian Attitude toward Trials and Temptations Text: James 1:1-16 I. Count it joy when trials come your way. This is not possible until one realizes that God is in control and has a purpose for each circumstance that we face. The sinner has nothing to be joyful about when difficulties come ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness