Sermons on Yaakov 4:13:

Hubris Or Humility Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 16, 2024

There are so many factors that come into play when we make plans, but how often does the Sovereign will of God affect our plan making? In this passage, James challenges us to avoid hubris and embrace humility by submitting to God’s sovereignty in making plans.

Mistakes along the way? In February of 1995, nearly 30 years ago, the Holy Spirit spoke to me in a clear way that has impacted the course of my life - and yet it has not been without mistakes and missteps. He urged me to go to the church the Danielle grew up at and help out with the youth ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, Acts 16:6-10, Isaiah 55:8-9, Luke 22:42-44, Luke 12:16-21, Proverbs 16:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose Prevails - Proverbs 19:20-21 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 10, 2024

Proverbs offers wisdom that can guide us in every aspect of life, from daily decisions to our deepest longings and plans. Proverbs 19:20-21 speaks directly to the plans we make and the purpose that God has for each of our lives.

God's Purpose Prevails - Proverbs 19:20-21 Proverbs 19:20-21 (NLT) "Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life. You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail." Introduction: Today, we will explore two verses from Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:20-21, Proverbs 12:15, Jeremiah 29:11, James 4:13-15, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pase Lo Que Pase Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 13, 2024

Pase lo que pase, los cristianos deben (1) vivir una vida piadosa (2) mantener la unidad con los demás creyentes (3) no temer la persecución de los impíos. El mensaje se centra en lo que prepara a los cristianos para mantenerse firmes y fieles en medio de la persecución.

El mundo en el que vivimos está lleno de incertidumbre. Un virus microscópico ha alterado el status quo del mundo entero. La agitación, el descontento y el odio estallan repentinamente en las calles.i Está demasiado organizado para haber sido puramente espontáneo. Pero las ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Romans 8:4, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Peter 4:12-16, Acts 5:41, James 4:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Making Plans Without God Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 14, 2024

Do you make plans without asking the Lord for guidance

Help Wanted: Relationship or Religion series Making plans without God James 4:13-17 Good morning everyone, glad that you are with us. Please turn to James chapter 4:13-17 We have been in a study of the book James and a study of the difference between relationship and religion. I hope you are ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Stop Playing God Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 25, 2024

James is clear - stop playing God with others and with your own life.

James: Practical Faith  James 4:11-17 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  11-24–2024 Richard Jewell On July 27, 1996, Richard Jewell was working as a security guard at the Olympics in Atlanta. It was just after midnight when he spotted the suspicious backpack and began ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Life?

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 5, 2023

Is your life devoted to acquiring things? Is it devoted to doing God's will? What are your priorities? What is your life?

TEXT: JAMES 4:13-15 (NIV) Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:11, Matthew 6:33, James 4:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessing Of Time Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 1, 2017

Time is a blessing, but how will we use it?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What is one thing that we all possess no matter where we live, how are doing economically. So long as we are alive, we possess this blessing. • Time. Time is something we cannot beg, borrow, or steal from others. • Time is a blessing we all possess; the question is what ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, James 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perspectives For The New Year (And For Every Year)

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 2, 2023

It is critical to have a godly view of time and life in order to live a life pleasing to God. As the new year begins, it is a good time to renew and refocus our minds in the Lord.

A. Happy New Year!! Welcome to 20-23! B. Let’s start with a little New Year’s humor: 1. What do cows say on Jan. 1? "Happy Moo Year!" 2. What was Dr. Frankenstein’s new year’s resolution? To make new friends. 3. What new year’s resolution should a basketball player never make? To ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Ephesians 5:15-16, John 9:4, Mark 13:32-33, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3, 2 Peter 3:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

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

Inshallah… And Wait

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 10, 2025

To say Inshallah is not to delay life but to dedicate it — to live surrendered to the will of God, waiting in faith and walking in obedience until His “Mashallah” comes.

Introduction – The Word That Waits I once heard a story about a missionary who had served for twenty years in Lahore, Pakistan. He had learned many things in those two decades — how to drink tea politely, how to haggle in the market, how to stay calm when the electricity cut out for the fifth time ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Proverbs 19:21, Psalm 27:14, Romans 8:28, Luke 22:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon On A Bridge Too Far

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 2, 2025

"A bridge too far" is an idiom for an ambitious plan that is considered too demanding to succeed.

George Herbert, a British poet and orator once remarked: “He that cannot forgive others, breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass if he would ever reach heaven; for everyone has need to be forgiven.” Luke 14:28-30 reminds us: “For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:2, James 4:13-15, Ecclesiastes 5:2-3, Mark 11:25

Speaking & Boasting Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our words have the power to bring life or death. We must be mindful of how we use them, ensuring they reflect our faith and the love of Christ.

James kicks off by saying that teachers and preachers are gonna be judged more strictly because their words carry a lot of weight. Our words can make a huge difference, and if we can get a handle on what we say, we can control our whole selves. Imagine this: You're playing a video game, and you're ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18, James 4:1-17

Topics: Communication, Verbal Influence, Speech Ethics, Language Power

Boasting About Tomorrow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to remind us to seek God's will and trust in His sovereignty, rather than boasting about our own plans for the future.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving into a powerful passage from the book of James that teaches us some important lessons about the futility of boasting about tomorrow, the need to prepare for the future, and trusting in God's sovereignty. To kick things off, I want to ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Topics: Boasting, Tomorrow

Speaking & Boasting Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the power of words, focusing on teachings from the book of James, and will encourage believers to use their words as tools of hope and reconciliation.

Welcome back church! I’m so excited about today’s message and I’ve got lots to share with you as this is our largest section of James in this series. Conveniently for me, it’s all about words. As you probably know already, the book of James spends a lot of time, probably close to a third of the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18, James 4:1-17

Topics: Faith & Works, Power Of Words, Hope & Reconciliation

Sermon Series: James: Faith And Works