Sermons on James 4:4-17:

Trust God He Never Fails

Contributed by Bishop Johnny Causey on Jul 10, 2021

Summary: Many people in life today, say that they believe in GOD, and that is a good thing, for how can we be blessed with so much, and not believe in GOD. The problem I have is that so many believe in GOD but so many more don’t believe GOD!!

1. The CAUSE is UNBELIEF People just don’t believe GOD as the saints and ancestors of old, the average young person today doesn’t claim to believe in GOD, but a higher being. The don’t want to discuss the issue of Christianity and Christ but will say things against the name or person of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Numbers 21:5, Psalm 118:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"who Knows?"

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 25, 2021

When it comes to the future, who knows?

Some people think it would be wonderful to see what will happen tomorrow and beyond. “Just show me what the stock market will do, and I’ll be rich.” “Show me what is coming for me so I can be prepared.” Think again. If we were to see all the blessings and benefits waiting for us in God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does God Think About Our Plans? (James 4:13-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 1, 2022

We can make plans, but God expects us to be flexible, and willing to set them aside, for Him. We delight in God, living in faithfulness to Him. We don't delight in stuff.

Today, our focus will be on James 4:13-17. One of the interesting things about this passage is that there two pretty different ways of reading it. Both approaches take the verses seriously. Both issue a call, and a challenge, that the church needs to hear. But they differ in what exactly that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Wilderness Experiences-Wilderness Voices

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 17, 2022

The Wilderness Experience can make us feel all alone, under pressure, lost, and even wondering if GOD has abandoned us. But that's not the case. HE leads us in the wilderness, if we would only quiet ourselves amid the distractions and tune in to hear HIS voice.

Wilderness Voices/Wilderness Experiences Sermon notes 2022.08.14 William Akehurst, HSWC The Wilderness Experience can make us feel all alone, under pressure, lost, and even wondering if GOD has abandoned us. But that's not the case. HE leads us in the wilderness, if we would only quiet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Isaiah 55:11, James 4:7, Psalm 46:10, 1 Kings 19:11-12, John 10:27-29, Psalm 29:8, Isaiah 51:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cazando Las Zorras

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 17, 2022

La zorra parece muy bonita, pero hace destrucción. Así son muchas cosas en la vida. No es tiempo de hacer mascota de ella, pero tenemos que eliminarla.

Cazando las Zorras Pequeñas Cantares 2:15 Cazadnos las zorras, las zorras pequeñas, que echan a perder las viñas; porque nuestras viñas están en cierne. El termino "cazadnos" habla de una tarea mutua o sea de unidad El novio (Cristo) y la novia (la iglesia) ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15, John 15:2, James 4:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 18, 2022

The meaning of life appertains to the significance of living, or an existence in general.

Jagadish “Jaggi” Vasudev, better known by the honorific title “Sadhguru,” an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality once remarked: “If you are too serious about everything, you will only know thoughts and emotions. You will not know life.” 1 John 1:7 confirms: “But if we walk in the light, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14, Psalm 90:12, Psalm 103:15-16

"the Mind Predestined For Leadership."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 19, 2022

Beloved, the writings of great men such as Plato, have inspired world leaders who made precise decisions that changed the course of history, and this message invites us to seek their secret for raising up prominent leaders that are willing to pour their knowledge and wisdom into others.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Philippians 2:4-8) (4) "Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others." (5) "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:" (6) "Who, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-47, John 15:16, Philippians 3:14, Daniel 5:1-31, James 4:10, Ephesians 4:11-14, John 13:13-17, Proverbs 11:14, Philippians 2:4-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Devil Is On The Prowl

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 28, 2022

Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done that." Our text today warns us of a lion that is a danger to us all.

Alba 7-26-09 (Revised 8-28-2022) THE DEVIL IS ON THE PROWL I Peter 5:8-9 Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ask And Receive Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 29, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 10:1-4 deals with God's way of blessing his people: thru the principle of Ask and Receive. His intervention on behalf of his people by sending Messiah is also expounded.

Our text today is in Zechariah 10:1-4. I. God’s INVITATION is to Ask and Receive We begin with the first word in that chapter: “Ask.”i God’s method of blessing His people begins there. He begins with an invitation to ask and receive. And that begins with our acknowledgement that every good gift ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12, Zechariah 9:16-17, James 1:1-17, James 4:1-4, John 15:1-10, Luke 11:9-13, Ephesians 6:10-18, Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 5:1-18, Deuteronomy 18:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 6, 2022

In this message we will unpack 3 statements in regards to this beatitude: The Promise, The Call and The Path.

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Matthew 5:8 MGCC – on December 19th, we as a church began a journey in the Gospel of Matthew… NOW CURRENTLY – we are in Matthew chapter 5. WHERE JESUS – after spending about a year… teaching the multitudes, healing the sick, cleansing the leper and telling everyone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8, Proverbs 4:23, James 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wind Of God's Mercy (3) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 15, 2022

The wind of God's mercy blows wherever God wills. When God visits us with his mercy, we sometimes are lost for words.

TEXT: 2 Samuel 9:6-8 (KJV) "Now when Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, was come unto David, he fell on his face, and did reverence. And David said, Mephibosheth. And he answered, Behold thy servant! And David said unto him, Fear not: for I will surely shew thee kindness for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:6-13, James 4:10, Isaiah 41:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Lose Your Hunger. Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 2, 2023

I want to start by asking a question today. And the question is this? Have you ever created something with a passion and given up on it?

I want to start by asking a question today. And the question is this? Have you ever created something with a passion and given up on it? You know, like you were in it for months and years, then after a while, you like,e meh. Come on, be honest. We are all in this together. Great, thanks so so so ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Revelation 3:17, Proverbs 27:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Regret Smashed. 2023!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 12, 2023

3 important truths about regret: Smash regret The spirit of offense Live free in Jesus.

Regret Smashed. 2023! Philippians 3:1-3NLT Perpetual New Year's resolution: Vow to do some of the things you’ve always wanted to do but couldn’t find the time. Call up a forgotten friend. Drop an old grudge, and replace it with some pleasant memories. Share a funny story with someone whose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3, James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Deal With Church Conflicts Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

ILLUSTRATION: I’m sure most of you have heard of the Hatfields and McCoys, two famous (or infamous) FEUDING FAMILIES from the hills of Pikesville, Kentucky. (Actual photo of the Hatfields taken in 1897.) Now, what you might not know is this famous FAMILY FEUD lasted for a DECADE—and it started ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Face Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. My older daughter Shonda’s FAVORITE MOVIE growing up was Annie, based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie. She watched that MOVIE multiple times and is still a big FAN. 1. On her 7th birthday Shonda was given a big Annie doll, Annie watch, and even had an Annie Birthday ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ