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Mature Faith in Action

Ryan Lowery
James 1:1

The book of James is often misunderstood and many argue that James and Paul contradict one another. However, a close reading of James--one that keeps in mind his audience and cultural context--reveals that James and Paul believe in the same gospel, but are writing to two different groups for very different purposes. From the book of James, we learn what a mature Christian faith looks like in action.

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James 1:1-1Jas 1:1-1 Jas 1:1-1By Ryan Lowery Teaching Date: 02/02/2020The book of James is often misunderstood and many argue that James ...

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Watch Your Mouth

Chris Hearty
James 3:1-12

In the previous teaching, James taught that our faith is proven to a watching world by our good deeds. In this teaching, James shows that true faith is demonstrated to the world not just in our deeds but also in our words. There needs to be a compatibility between what we say and what we do.

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James 3:1-12Jas 3:1-12 Jas 3:1-12By Chris Hearty Teaching Date: 01/20/2020In the previous teaching, James taught that our faith is proven...

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Faith That Works

Scott Risley
James 2:14-26

In this challenging passage, James urges the church to have a faith that is accompanied by good works. Contrary to some interpretations, a close reading of the passage and other related scripture shows that James is not talking about earning salvation through works, but rather that genuine faith should lead to good works so that others may see our faith.

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James 2:14-26Jas 2:14-26 Jas 2:14-26By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 01/16/2020In this challenging passage, James urges the church to have ...

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How to Be Justified

Dennis McCallum
James 2:14-26

Real faith is different from pseudo-faith. Mental assent is not enough. Even the demons believe there is one God. It is necessary to place your trust in God. That is biblical faith.\r\n\r\nJames uses the word 'justification' in a different context that Paul does. Justification before God is faith apart from works just as Paul taught. Justification before people as James taught, is different because people can't see into the heart as God can. Godly deeds justify believers to a watching world.

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James 2:14-26Jas 2:14-26 Jas 2:14-26By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/16/2020Real faith is different from pseudo-faith. Mental assent ...

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Faith and Works

James Rochford
James 2:14-26

In this challenging passage, James urges the church to have a faith that is accompanied by good works. Contrary to some interpretations, a close reading of the passage and other related scripture shows that James is not talking about earning salvation through works, but rather that genuine faith should lead to good works so that others may see our faith.

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James 2:14-26Jas 2:14-26 Jas 2:14-26By James Rochford Teaching Date: 01/13/2020In this challenging passage, James urges the church to hav...

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Walking with God through Suffering

James Rochford
James 1:1-11

James encourages the church to consider it joy when we face suffering. Not that we should be happy about our suffering, but rather times of suffering serve to test and refine our faith and can grow our character in ways not possible otherwise. However, in order to experience God's comfort and growth during suffering, we must have a mind to stand firm in faith during suffering and trust that God is at work.

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James 1:1-11Jas 1:1-11 Jas 1:1-11By James Rochford Teaching Date: 12/12/2019James encourages the church to consider it joy when we face s...

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From Trials to Triumph

Chris Hearty
Hebrews 12:2

James tells us when we endure trials to recognize the reality of the situation; Experiencing trials is inevitable for everyone. Believers, though, can actually respond to trials with a deliberate attitude of joy. We can have this attitude because we know the testing of our faith is not to see if we have any, but to strengthen it as metal-smith refines gold to remove its impurities and to strengthen the gold.

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James 1:1-11, Hebrews 12:2-2Jas 1:1-11,Heb 12:2-2 Jas 1:1-11, Heb 12:2-2By Chris Hearty Teaching Date: 11/25/2019James tells us when we e...

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Lot: The Impotence of Uncommitted Faith

Gary DeLashmutt
2 Peter 2:7-8

We can learn about having a vital faith by studying its antithesis in the tragic life of Lot. Though a true believer, he was a carnal believer and lived more like a non-believer; but the Lord was compassionate to him. An insightful explanation of the tragedy of and the hope for carnal believers is given. At any point, Lot could have decided to begin living by faith like Abraham and reaped the benefits.

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Rahab's Faith and God's Grace

Scott Risley
Joshua 2:1-21

In the story of Rahab we see a picture of faith, God's grace, and redemption. Despite a deeply troubled past, Rahab believed in God and her faith led to her rescue. The same can be true for anyone who puts their trust in God and accepts Jesus Christ as their savior.

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Joshua 2:1-21Josh 2:1-21 Josh 2:1-21By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 10/17/2019In the story of Rahab we see a picture of faith, God's grace...

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