Introducing James and getting practical with our own ‘scattered church’.
Turning Trials into Gold
The hard times make us strong… it’s time to choose joy! James 1:1-12
Temptation: The Baited Hook
Rob reviews James’s incredible insights into how temptation works and how to disarm it before it hooks us in and leads us into sin. James 1:13-15
Unchanging
The truths that James held on to through difficulties, trials and dangers are a model for us as we live through uncertain times. James 1:16-18
Hearing , Receiving and Doing the Word
James encourages us to fully embrace the Word of God so we bring fruit. How are we going to respond to, and be shaped by the Word? James 1:19-25
Rich and Poor
James encourages us there is no place for favouritism or prejudice in the lives of those who follow Jesus. How we treat people really matters to God. James 1:26-2:13
Faith without Action is Dead
James tells us that there is no genuine faith without action. How does that fit with the rest of the New Testament and what are the implications for us? James 2:14-26
The Power of Our Words
Our words have incredible power and so we must be careful what we say James 3:1-12
Wisdom From Above
Contrast can be a a really powerful way of drawing attention to things. James contrasts earthly and Godly wisdom and we need to understand the difference. James 3:13-18
Church: Don’t be Proud, Be Humble
Humility is the key to getting us through this time. James 4:1-12
What is Your Life?
Understanding God’s perspective for our time, decisions and successes. James 4:13-17
Church: We Can Make a Difference
How can we make a difference in the lives of the poor and oppressed peoples from around the world? We can make a difference to ease the suffering of modern slaves and workers that are exploited everywhere if we all do our part. We have to – its right here on our door. James 5:1-6 […]