Sermons on James 1:22-23:

Listen…and…obey! James 1:22-24

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 1, 2021

This passage says something that seems obvious—don’t just listen the Word; do what it says. We all know we should do that, but how? This passage teaches the keys to getting what you hear into regular practice in your life.

James 1:22 But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23 Because if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man looking at his own face in a mirror. 24 For he looks at himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. 25 But the one ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-24

Religion That Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 5, 2021

James uses very confrontational language as he drives home the point that if we don't put God's Word into practice, then why did we bother to hear it. Religion that makes a difference is religion leads to godly language, godly love, and godly lifestyle.

Introduction: A. I heard about a man who came into worship late one Sunday. 1. He asked someone in the back of the auditorium, “Is the sermon done yet?” 2. The person wisely answered, “The sermon has been preached, but it has yet to be done.” 3. Wow! You talk about a statement that is truthful and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Commanded Us To Preach. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 4, 2024

God has ordained the preaching of the Gospel as a means of saving souls and speaking directly to our hearts.

Through the preaching of the Word, the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, reveals the beauty of Christ, and empowers us to live a life of obedience and faith. As Paul writes in Romans 10:14-15, "How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-17, Colossians 1:28-29, Acts 10:42-43, James 1:22

The Cost Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 9, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

“The Cost of Following Jesus” Luke 9:23-27 A sermon for 1/30/22 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Pastor John Bright Luke 9 “23 Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. 24 For whoever desires to save his life will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-27, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:22-25, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Methodist

Remembering The Lessons From James Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2021

In this concluding sermon from the series on James, we summarize the main lessons from James that we want to be sure to remember and to put into practice.

Introduction: A. Today as we conclude our sermon series on the letter of James, I want us to do a unique review of the book. 1. First, we will look at an 8 minute video summary created by a nonprofit called BibleProject, and then I will share a list of the lessons from James that I hope we will ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Doer Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 2, 2023

A journey through the practical wisdom of James.

Being and Doing James 1:19-27 August 26, 2001 Has someone ever told you a story and you have absolutely no clue where they’re going with it? One time, I was talking to someone who actually said, “to make a long story, longer...” Ugh! Make it shorter ... please, especially when I don’t know what ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 12, 2023

Based on James 1:22 - Challenges hearers to be careful not to quench & grieve the Holy Spirit

“JUST DO IT!” James 1:22 INTRO – Bible tells us many things that we need to do. - Witness - Make disciples - Honor & glorify God in all we do - Many more things We don’t “DO” these things in order to be saved. - Ephesians 2:8-9 – We are saved by GRACE alone through FAITH alone in CHRIST ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Ephesians 4:30, Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

On The Shelf: Not Ready

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 16, 2023

As a book is covered with dust sits on the shelf, so is one spiritually that is not prepared, or not ready. We must be more than forgetful hearers. BE READY. BE PREPARED.

ON THE SHELF: PREPARED, READY OR NOT… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Part #2. COME LET US REASON TOGETHER… BE READY… (You have to do this as two parts, or cover the points quickly.) As a child we played a game: “HIDE AND SEEK.” One person would face ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40, James 1:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Renewal Through The Word Of God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Do not conform to the pattern of this world. Let the Word renew your mind.

RENEWAL THROUGH THE WORD OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 Supporting Texts: Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:22-25 INTRODUCTION There was once a young man who lived in a small village. He had a deep desire to know God, but he struggled with his old ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Every Action Matters Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 1, 2025

We need to come alive in 2025 and we do this by prophesying life into that which is dead and then asking the breath of Life from Heaven to enter that which is dead. We do this so people know the resurrection power of the Lord. Then we put our Words into Action

Opening Video: Shindler’s list movie clip – I could have done more! Series: Come Alive in 2025 Thesis: We need to come alive in 2025 and we do this by prophesying life into that which is dead and then asking the breath of Life from Heaven to enter that which is dead. We do this so people ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-27, John 16:32-33, James 2:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Changes How We React To Our World Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Apr 25, 2025

Faith that sits still is not the faith Christ calls us. Transformative faith changes how we react to the world around us. True faith wakes us up, renews our minds, and shines as a light for others to see Christ in us.

### **INTRO: Faith That Moves or Faith That Sits?** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper ### **Opening Illustration: Asleep in the Pews** Drawn from: https://www.preachingtoday.com/sermons/sermons/2017/february/sloth-seriously.html Sloth? Seriously? Brian Wilkerson Imagine sitting in church week after ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Ephesians 4:17-32, Romans 12:2, Galatians 5:22-23, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fifth Sunday After Easter (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 29, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 66:1-9, Joel 2:21-26, James 1:21-27, John 16:23-33. A). SING FORTH HIS GLORY. Psalm 66:1-9. The superscription to this Psalm is addressed, “To the chief musician. A Song or Psalm.” Whether sung or spoken, it is a call to all nations to “Make a joyful noise” to God (Psalm 66:1). Which ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-9, Joel 2:21-26, James 1:21-27, John 16:23-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Price Is Right

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 30, 2025

If Jesus enters your heart this Sabbath morning because you have left the door even slightly ajar, please, please do not chase Him out when you leave church. Take Him home with you. Don’t force Christ to find other quarters because you refuse to pay the mere pittance He asks of you.

THE PRICE IS RIGHT JAMES 1:19-27 #thepriceisright INTRODUCTION I should tell you that up front, the sermon that I will share with you this morning is NOT a sermon that I have written. I write all my own sermons each week, but this one is not mine. This one was written for Cold Spring and South ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good News

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 1, 2025

There is no benefit to the Good News if it doesn't change you....

May 03, 2025 In 1st Corinthians 15 we have the entire Gospel. Verse 3 tells us that Christ died for our sins. Verse 4 tells us that he was buried and rose on the 3rd day. So important is the resurrection to the Good News that Paul talks about it for almost the entire chapter. He tells his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-2, Matthew 7:21-28, Romans 3:10-12, Romans 5:8-10, Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Matthew 4:19, John 14:15, Hebrews 11:8, James 1:23-25, Amos 3:3, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 3:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Living Out The Message Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 14, 2023

True religion puts words into action.

Living Out The Message Jeffery Anselmi / General True Religion / Faith; Example / James 1:19–25 True religion puts words into action. INTRODUCTION • Have you been around a person who could talk a good game? • They would tell you how great they were at whatever they bragged about. • I have seen ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ