James shows us the blessings of hardships, allowing us to rejoice even in our suffering and pain.
Faith Works to Make Us Better
June 12, 2016 • Pastor Mike
Some people are religious, but they don’t seem to remember much about the teachings of their religion. James spurs us on to not deceive ourselves with our church attendance, but to actually love one another.
Faith Works Impartiality
June 19, 2016 • Pastor Tim
Human nature loves to pick favorites. Unfortunately, everyone in the church is human! James warns us against playing favorites at church.
Faith That Works
June 26, 2016 • Pastor Tim
Most people claim to believe in God, but James reminds us that Satan believes in God too! True and living faith proves itself by what it does. Genuine faith works!
Taming The Tongue
July 3, 2016 • Pastor Jim
Words hurt. And words help. As the Proverbs say, the tongue has the power of life and death, which is why James urges us to watch our words.
Faith Works Wisdom
July 10, 2016 • Pastor Tim
What causes so many fights in our lives? Pride. James warns his fellow Christians about the dangers of pride and the blessings of humility in this classic section.
Faith Works Satisfaction
July 17, 2016 • Pastor Tim
Being a good friend is a good http://thing...unless it’s with the world. James urges us to be friends with God and unfriend the sinful world.
Faith Works Humility
July 24, 2016 • Pastor Tim
Humility moves all of us to plan in pencil. We have plans and goals and dreams, but we are people, not God. Therefore, we plan every bit, but say, “If God wills it!”
Faith Works Against Greed
July 31, 2016 • Pastor Tim
The love of money is a monster in the heart of a human being. Greed leads to injustice leads to the judgment of God. James warns us about loving money more than loving our Maker.
Faith Works at Waiting
August 7, 2016 • Pastor Jim
Every farmer knows crops don’t grow in a day. And every wise Christian knows God’s promises aren’t all fulfilled right now. Therefore, we wait patiently for God’s perfect timing.
Faith Works for Real Life
August 14, 2016 • Pastor Tim
James concludes with a cry to love and care and pray for one another. May the church of God live out its faith in good works!
