As Christians, we're "prone to wander... prone to leave the God" we love, as the old hymn goes. Because of that danger, we're called to bring each other back.
Things We Pray For
As James' letter draws to a close, he emphasizes that prayer is the basic posture of the Christian life. Prayer is for everything, but he makes a special note about healing and forgiveness.
(Don't) Swear It's True
In one short verse, James offers a profound challenge: Christians must have a radical commitment to the truth.
Prepared for Patience
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