Life can be feel burdensome sometimes. But even when existence is painful, we must endure in patience. James points us to three things necessary to do just that.
Economics 201
Pointing to four abuses of wealth, James warns that judgment is looming on those who abuse their wealth.
Dead and Alive
Christians are between two realities: death and life. In reflecting on this reality, Romans 6:1-14 teaches we can master sin because Jesus has mastered death.
Planning and Providence
Those of us who are of means--and even those who aren't--are often tempted to put more confidence in our future than is reasonable. But planning that ignores God’s providential care is in error.
Who Are You to Judge?
James' point is pretty clear: don't speak evil against a fellow Christian. But before we glance over it too quickly, let's be sure we understand the meaning of, motivations for, and monition of that command.
Changing Course
James uses the strongest language in his letter to exhort that those who've gone wayward need to change their course.
No Peace in the Pursuit
Please accept our apologies; this sermon did not get recorded due to technical difficulties. For your listening enjoyment, Pastor Chris recommends "Against the Silence (Long for More)" by Stavesacre, whence the title of this sermon was derived. Spotify | Google Play Music | Amazon Music
Sin, Folly, and the Tongue
We usually consider sins of speech to be the minor sins, the "little matters." But the Bible routinely portrays them as awful evils. James is no exception.
Show Me Your Faith
Biblical faith is inseparable from good works, but for good works to be good, they must spring from a trust relationship in Jesus Christ.
How We Deal with Who
America is fractured by race, class, age. And the American Church often isn't much better. To 1st Century Christians, James taught that cosmetic favoritism is contrary to faith in Christ.