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Bible Study on James

Pastor Kirby Williamswww.nhcrc.org
Bible Studies from New Hope Community Church
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Episodes

Taming the Tongue

James warns of the danger of an uncontrolled tongue and the devastating damage it can do.

Aug 28, 2014

A Warning to Teachers

James warns against flippantly teaching the word of God, because teachers will be judged using a stricter standard.

Aug 28, 2014

Real Faith Examples

After stating his basic premise, that faith without works is dead faith, James continues the discussion by listing two examples from the Old Testament where faith manifested itself in works.

Aug 28, 2014

Defining Real Faith

This is one of the most controversial passages in the book of James. What does James mean when he says "faith without works is dead"? Is he contradicting Paul's doctrine of grace? This lesson concentrates on the balance between faith and works.

Aug 28, 2014

The Law of Liberty and Judgment

James speaks of "liberty" and "judgment" in the same context, drawing a sharp comparison between the two. In this study we discuss the question of how the two seemingly opposite concepts can be compatible.

Aug 28, 2014

The Law of Love

James condemns any kind of partiality within the church by emphasizing the importance of the "royal law of love".

Aug 28, 2014

Rich Man, Poor Man

James discuses the paradox between earthly poverty and heavenly wealth, and the church's responsibility to embrace the poor.

Aug 28, 2014

Avoiding Favoritism

James identifies favoritism within the church as a sign of "double-mindedness" and hypocrisy.

Aug 28, 2014

Controlling the Tongue

James explains to his readers what true religion is and is not. A profound message to the church in all ages.

Aug 28, 2014

Be Doers of the Word

James challenges his readers to be doers of the word, and not just hearers. This is the essence of discipleship.

Aug 28, 2014

The Implanted Word

James uses metaphors to create graphics images in his reader's minds of the desired effect of God's Word on His disciples.

Aug 28, 2014

Good Gifts from a Good Giver

James teaches the deep truth that all that is good and decent and loving in this world is a result of God's fathomless grace.

Aug 28, 2014

Resisting Temptation under Trial

James warns us that Satan will attack with great temptation when God puts us to the test. This study considers the difference between "tests" and "temptations".

Aug 28, 2014

True Wealth

James poignantly addresses the inclination within many churches to favor the wealthy and disregard the poor. In doing so, he redefines what true wealth means.

Aug 28, 2014

Gaining Wisdom

James instructs his readers about the nature and source of true wisdom.

Aug 28, 2014

Handling Trials

James teaches the value of trials in God's economy.

Aug 28, 2014

Introduction

An introduction to the book and to the study, focusing on the author, the circumstances, and the date of the epistle.

Aug 28, 2014
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