Mon, 25 March 2019
From Stressed to Strengthened… and everything in between. As we’ve been journeying through the book of James our hearts have been challenged to grow and persevere well, in times of pressure, in trials and in progress toward spiritual maturity. To have our walk line up with our talk requires wisdom, decisive action, humility, and prayer while ultimately loving each other well. |
Mon, 18 March 2019
Last week we talked about how God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. Pride is a heart issue that has outward signs that are recognizable. This week, we are going to ask God to check our hearts. There is nothing wrong with identifying something as wrong or right. However, when do those moral convictions turn into slander or judgment? There is nothing wrong with making plans for the future, but when do those plans turn into our will versus God’s will? God cares about our innermost thoughts because he knows that what comes out of our hearts turns into actions. |
Mon, 11 March 2019
What does it mean to submit our lives to God? Does it mean we have to live lives that are boring with a list of dos and don’ts. In the book of James, we are going to see the dangers of trying to live life our way versus living for Jesus. God desires us to humbly submit our lives to Him. |
Mon, 4 March 2019
“What causes fights and quarrels among you?” This is how James 4 begins. This question seems incredibly relevant today as we witness the many arguments that polarize our culture. Disagreements and sometimes heated exchanges lead to damaged relationships and hurt feelings. However, inside the family of God, should such arguments divide us? |