Sermons on Yaakov 1:20: showing 271-285 of 329

Counseling 101 Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 17, 2019

All Christian counseling needs to focus on James 1:19-20

HoHum: An engineer and a professional counselor meet for their 20th college reunion. The engineer says, “I’m surprised to see you looking so young. I’d have thought listening to people’s problems all day would have given you a mass of wrinkles?” The counselor says, “You think we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Ye Doers

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 22, 2019

The final test of salvation is fruit. This means a changed life, Christian character and conduct, and ministry to others in the glory of God.

"BE YE DOERS" Scripture: James 1:19- 25 I. Be Ye A. Be Swift --- James 1:19 "be swift (speedy) to hear (learn by hearing)" 1. Hear the Word --- Romans 10:17 "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." Define Faith: 4102 pistis ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25, Acts 17:10-12, Hebrews 4:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Sin A Test?

Contributed by Dennis King on Apr 20, 2022

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath.

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. Had you ever been an abomination to God for having ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2, James 1:22-24, Psalm 112:7-8, James 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Desire For Us? (James 1:12-27) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 24, 2022

The good news, is that God gave birth to the church-- a people/kingdom who live rightly toward God, and others. God doesn't want us to sin.

Let's start today by simply rereading last week's verses. James 1:1-12: (1) James, of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, a slave. To the twelve tribes-- to the ones in the dispersion: Greetings. (2) All joy consider it, my brothers, whenever various testings/trials you encounter, (3) ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-27

Enemigo Interno:enojo

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jun 24, 2022

Escucha más, Habla menos, Domínate más.

Hoy terminamos nuestra serie de sermones “Enemigo interno”, en la que hemos estado hablando de esos pecados del corazón que sabotean nuestra relación con Dios y con el prójimo. Y concluiremos nuestra serie hablando del enojo. Todo ser humano lucha en cierto grado con el enojo. En ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Your Best Offense Really A Good Defense?

Contributed by Darian Catron on Mar 17, 2022

Why are so many so offended by everything today, and are we exempt from this problem? What is the best response (the Christlike one) when things are offensive to us?

INTRODUCTION: Illustration- There’s an old saying – “The best defense is a good offense.” It’s been used in sports, in business, and in war. It’s also known as the strategic offensive principle of war. The theory is that being proactive with a strong offensive action will make your opponent so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, Romans 12:14, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26-27, Colossians 3:12-13, Romans 12:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"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

Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

If I want to be more like Jesus good intentions are not enough

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Doer! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 10, 2022

Based on James 1:19-27 - Challenges hearers to DO what the Word of God says to do.

“BE A DOER” James 1:19-27 FBCF – 10/9/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Nike started the “Just do it!” tagline in their advertising in 1988. Long before then, James said, “Just do it!” around A.D. 45, only he wasn’t talking about athletic footwear. He was talking about living the Christian life. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Christianity Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 11, 2022

The book of James is written by Jesus’ brother. James speaks to the practical side of Christianity. Christianity is doctrine, but it is more than doctrine. His point was to influence believers to a practical Christianity. It is written to Hebrew Christians.

A man leaves his business in the hands of someone to look after things while he is gone. When he returns, he asked the one he left in charge, did you get my letters and read my instructions? Yes, he replied I received them, and I read them. How could it be that this man received the letters and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Be Slow To Speak

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jan 28, 2022

Death and life are in the power of the tongue.

Father God, we humble ourselves before your mighty throne and honor your holy name. We thank you for your presence in our life. Lord, we know our tongue can enslave our minds and damage our hearts if we allow it. We repent from thoughtless actions that may harm others. We regret words spoken in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:12, James 1:19-27, Proverbs 10:19

Denomination: Other

The Word Of Truth

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 1, 2023

In today’s passage in James 1:19-26 we are going to learn that for religion to be pure and faultless it be based on listening and obeying the word which means keeping a tight reign on one’s tongue, taking care of the widows and orphans and to keep from being polluted by the world.

The Word of Truth James 1:19-26 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Does your form of religion get you closer to God? Are the externals of your faith such as going to church regularly, almsgiving, prayer, fasting, reading God’s word, and singing a true reflection of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Blessed By The Bible 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. In America, Bibles are everywhere. ILLUSTRATION: You can find them in doctors’ offices, prisons, and motel rooms. They’re available in all sizes, shapes, translations and versions, leather bound or paperback. Every year the Bible OUTSELLS every other major book. It is reported that 93% of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Out The Trash

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2023

What trash do we need to take out? (Material adapted from Percy McCray of Health, Hope and Inspiration at: https://www.healthhopeandinspiration.com/2022/07/28/dumping-toxic-waste-out-of-your-life-episode-325/)

HoHum: Seems like I am the one taking out the trash. While growing up, told to take out the trash. After taking out the dog, the next thing I do is take out the trash. Thankful for Alex who helps me to take out the trash on a weekly basis. WBTU: Probably have seen the TV program, “Hoarders” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, James 1:19-20, 2 Timothy 1:7, Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chronos: James #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022

Being a Christian requires consistency in our relationship with Christ, our actions for Him and our concern for others.

Last week, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-27, Micah 6:8, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational