James 4:13-5:6 The problem of planning without God Planning without God is folly Planning without God is sin The result of planning without God Riches that are…… Read more “The World in the Christian Part II”
The World in the Christian
James 4:1-10 We are reminded that James is writing to Christians to help them deal with trials and problems in their lives. In earlier sections, he speaks…… Read more “The World in the Christian”
How to Keep from Biting Your Tongue
James 3 This section refers back to James 1:19. ” Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;”…… Read more “How to Keep from Biting Your Tongue”
Faith and Works
James 2:14-26 Perhaps one of the greatest controversies of long standing in the church has been the relationship of works and faith. The Scriptures plainly state that…… Read more “Faith and Works”
The Christian and Social Distinction
James 2:1-13 Social Distinction has no place in the church It is inconsistent to hold to the Christian faith and at the same time shows partiality based…… Read more “The Christian and Social Distinction”
Patience: A Quality of Christian Character
James 1 The book of James is a very profitable book for the Christian who is seeking to develop his life into what God wants him to…… Read more “Patience: A Quality of Christian Character”
The Power of Fulfilling Living: Joy
Nehemiah 8:1-10 Nehemiah, the Governor, declared to his people, “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” To appreciate those words, it is important to know the…… Read more “The Power of Fulfilling Living: Joy”
The Value of Words
II Timothy 3:1-17 There is an old saying, “talk is cheap!” We all know that is can be true. If we just talk and do nothing else,…… Read more “The Value of Words”
Words that Produce Life
Philippians 3:1 Some words produce different reactions. Some positive. Some negative. Some produce happiness. Some produce sadness. In Philippians 3 we see a word that produces life,…… Read more “Words that Produce Life”
Saints in Chaos
John 20:19-29 The Bible records many instances when Jesus looked upon the multitudes with great compassion, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. (Mark 6:34) If…… Read more “Saints in Chaos”
