Eastern Hills Baptist Church
Sermon Series: James - A Faith that Works
Welcome to Eastern Hills Baptist Church
We are so glad that you decided to join us in worship today. Here at Eastern Hills we realize that we are all in different places on our journey with Christ, and that's okay. Whether you are a seeker, looking for answers, or a long-time follower of Christ, you are welcome here.
James 1:12-25 CSB
James 1:2-4 CSB
“If our goal is to know God and to be conformed into His likeness, then we can take joy in trials because we can know that no matter how tough these trials are, they are moving us toward our goal.”
-- David Platt, Exalting Jesus in James
Today's Points:
1) What God gives through trials (James 1:12, 17-18)
2) What God doesn't give in trials (James 1:13-16)
3) Wisely responding to trials (James 1:19-25)
A) Submit (19-20)
B) Repent (if necessary) (21)
C) Obey (22-25)
Revelation 2:10 CSB
Philippians 1:21-26 CSB
Genesis 4:6-7 CSB
1 Corinthians 10:13 CSB
Romans 10:17 CSB
Titus 2:11-13 CSB
Discuss with others:
-- What is one trial that you are in right now?
-- When you hear the term "victory," what comes to mind?
-- Why do you think temptation is so hard to resist sometimes?
-- James 1:22-25 says that the Word of God is like a mirror. Why is that a good word picture?