James teaches us that the source of our quarrels and conflicts is the selfishness in our own hearts. We can’t love the world and God at the same time. God wants all of us. Let’s humble ourselves in the presence of God so that He can reign in our hearts!
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Another measure of spiritual maturity is the believer’s speech. James reminds us of the power of the tongue! It is the most vile weapon on earth and can defile our entire testimony. What is your tongue making? Let’s be peacemakers!
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James tells us that “workless faith” is worthless faith! Genuine faith is accompanied by good works. James was simply arguing for the proof of faith, while Paul argued for the priority of faith (i.e., validation vs. salvation). Obedience is the proof of our salvation!
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As our nation gets further and further away from the Lord and the Constitution, let’s be reminded of the great spiritual truths that America was founded on and the wisdom of our forefathers. We must not be silent, but do our part as citizens, which as the Bible tells us, is to humble ourselves, pray, seek His face and repent, so that God Almighty can heal our land and bring revival!
Continue readingYou Get What You Pay For – Jesse Showalter (One Love Ministries)
The Bible commands us to be disciples and make disciples. But discipleship is costly… it costs everything! Are you going and making or staying and taking? Let’s not be consumer Christians. Let’s be true disciples who say, “Jesus paid it all and I am willing to give all in return.”
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James tells us that those who persevere under trial and temptation will be blessed and receive the crown of life. He also gives the source of, steps into, and solution for temptation. Let’s take his advice, choose obedience to the Lord, and be blessed of and by God!
Continue readingHow the Gospel Changes Us – Darryl Keane (One Love Ministries)
We all have baggage from hurts, hang-ups and/or habits, but Celebrate Recovery is a ministry where you can feel safe to be encouraged by other believers to find healing and freedom in Christ!
Continue readingJames 1:6-11 – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
James tells us that God will give us wisdom generously if we ask in faith without doubting. He will answer through His Word, His people, and upon our hearts. Asking in faith means that we can ask the question, but we don’t need an answer because we know we have God and He has us! Have we let go and let God, “god”?
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“Suffering ceases to be suffering when it finds meaning.” James reminds us that we are to be joyful in (not for) our trials because their purpose is to produce maturity and completion in us. James was the Lord’s bondservant… Are you?
Continue readingIntro to James – Waxer Tipton (One Love Ministries)
James’ point is that Biblical faith “works”. He is calling believers to ethical living. James’ teaching doesn’t contradict, but compliments Paul’s teaching on salvation. Paul stressed inner saving faith, whereas James stressed outward serving faith. Together, they present the full dimension of faith in Jesus Christ!
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