Sermons on James 2:14-27:

Release Weights To Fly Higher

Contributed by Kelechi Uwanuruochi on Mar 2, 2020

Do you see the need to let go of some things that have been holding you down. Do you find it difficult to offload the burdens God did not give you to carry, and get on with your life? This sermon is for you

Elisha cooked his oxen with wood from his plough to do his farewell as he joined the ministry. So Elijah went from there and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen, and he himself was driving the twelfth pair. Elijah went up to him and threw his cloak around him. ... ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, James 1:5-6

1. Simple Prayer And Prayer Of The Ordinary Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

I first put this Lenten address together in 2008, and when the Vicar's wife said she found it good and thought it should go on "Sermoncentral" - so who was I to disagree. I offer this series as a help and it is based on Richard Foster's excellent book Prayer

Introduction. This series on Prayer is based on Richard Foster’s BRILLIANT book simply called "Prayer". If you want to study Prayer seriously it is a book you must read. Story: This series of studies came out a time of retreat at Mariastein, near Basle in Switzerland in October last ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15, Jeremiah 20:7-10, James 2:14-18

Denomination: Anglican

Fearful Uncertain Crisis Or Powerful Unexpected Opportunity Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 23, 2020

Whenever we are in a dark and difficult time we will find ourselves at the crossroad of a choice between living in fear and uncertainty or embracing the opportunity that always lies within every difficult time.

Fearful Uncertain Crisis Or Powerful Unexpected Opportunity? OKAY - God did it again. He woke me up at 5 am on Thursday morning and once again He impressed upon me that it is still not the right time to launch our verse by verse study of the Gospel of Mark. SO TODAY – March 22, 2020 we will ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, John 16:33, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Workers And Bosses

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

Most of us are pretty good at knowing how to behave at church. But how does Christian faith apply in your workplace. The Apostle Paul gives some real wisdom for us in his letter to the Ephesians.

Imagine with me that we aren’t in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, but in the Greek city of Ephesus. And it’s not this morning. It’s the first century. And the routine of going to church is very different. There is no church building. We come to church in a house, the home of one of the few ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9, James 1:7, John 8:36

The Christmas Blues

Contributed by Dennis King on Dec 19, 2019

During this holiday season minor problems seem to grow

Some people are strongly affected by the “Christmas Blues.” Minor problems seem to grow in magnitude during this season which should be devoted to 'glad tidings and joyfulness. It seems we've all have some problems from time to time. I'm not talking about trivial things like; what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:11-12, James 1:14, Mark 14:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About: Anger Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 12, 2020

What does the Bible have to say about anger?

Proverbs 14:29 ESV Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly. James 1:20 ESV For the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Ephesians 4:26 ESV Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:29, James 1:20, Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Reasons To Saturate This Year In Prayer

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 13, 2020

5 Reasons to saturate the year in prayer: 1. Bank blessings; 2. Prayer makes you smell good to God; 3. It sets the direction and tone for the year; 4. The season demands it; 5. You can avoid evil decrees.

Great Reasons To Saturate this Year in Prayer PPT 1 Message Title 1. You can/need to bank Blessings for the future. Every year I approach the week of prayer from a cautious perspective. Danger ahead. I think that is wise and we will talk about that shortly, but I want to begin this morning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:20-21, Revelation 5:8, James 4:13-15, Matthew 24:7, Matthew 6:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Father's Blessing Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020

BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER.

2020.01.17. My Father’s Blessing William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: It is “The GOD of my father and mother” who blesses me, and I want to be that ‘father’ so my children will also know the Blessing of the LORD GOD my HEAVENLY FATHER. My father’s blessing In July 2004, I met with my father and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:22-26, Ephesians 1:3, Genesis 26:24, James 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What If We Praise Him?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 10, 2020

Beginning Monday, I set my alarm for 230PM to go off 7 days a week; I have the same praise song set for my alarm. When this alarm goes off it say’s on my phone screen—Psalm 67:1-7...

What If We Praise Him? Psalm 67:1-7NKJV Charles Spurgeon writes, No author's name is given, but he would be a bold man who should attempt to prove that David did not write it. Psalm 67:1-7NKJV God be merciful to us and bless us, And cause His face to shine upon us, Selah 2 That Your way ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9, James 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom Isn't What You Think

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 6, 2020

If I have been forgiven for all my sins, why not keep on sinning?

The end of phase three in Illinois also has us thinking about our freedom to assemble and the right to say and do as we please. In many ways, we have been freed for more. But what does this really mean for us as a Christian? Help me with this phrase:: Freedom isn’t…. Free -----someone paid a price ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devoted To Prayer Series

Contributed by Lee Young on Jul 7, 2020

In this series, we will look at what the early church did when they gathered together and why it is important for us to never give up meeting together.

I. When the church gathered together devoting themselves to these four elements, they were filled with awe. They saw the power of God in signs and wonders. They became extremely generous and kind. And the church grew exponentially. II. They devoted themselves to prayer. Why do we need to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-43, James 5:13-16, Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Core 52 Week 28 - A Deeper Faith Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 15, 2020

Semper Fidelis - Always faithful. We can learn a lot about following Jesus faithfully in this motto.

You can listen to the sermon at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/4537889 • One of the most recognizable Latin phrases in America is Semper Fidelis. • [IMAGE] It means “always faithful” or “always loyal.” Motto of the USMC since 1883. o Inherent in this motto is a commitment to be loyal to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-5, Luke 7:6-9, Mark 1:15, James 2:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cultivating Our Spiritual Passions Crucifying Our Fleshly Passions Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 6 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing a discussion of what it means to live by the power and enlightenment of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Cultivating our Spiritual Passions -- Crucifying our fleshly passions” I Corinthians 2:6-3:4 Every one of us has witnessed the war between two opposite views. Lies, brainwashing, fear, intimidation, bribery, power and control are a way of life. We find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3, James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Cpr For A Healthy Heart Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 30, 2018

Message one in a series exploring the Biblical directives for a healthy walk. This message explores the first element: Continually Cultivate a dynamic relationship with God.

Chico Alliance Church “CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 1 INTRODUCTION The sins of the churches in Revelation so severely condemned by Jesus have become common place in the church today. Ephesus in spite of doctrinal purity, lost their devotional passion. They lost the passion of their first love ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8, James 4:4-7, John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Humility, Repentance And An Increase Of The Anointing

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 1, 2019

IT’s TRUE: We MUST keep the main thing the main thing. Walking humbly before God in contrition of heart over our sins and that of our nation ought to be one of these main things. Or else we get caught up in hyper grace, knowing truth but never being set free.

Walking in humility, repentance and a greater anointing Humility is a key to seeing God move and for Him increase you in the anointing. Biblically speaking, Humility has a lot to do with fasting and vise-versa. Fasting had to do with mourning. Jesus was asked: why don’t your disciples fast. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4, James 4:7, Jeremiah 9:1

Denomination: Pentecostal