An Overview of the Book of James
Faith is Demonstrated by:
Our Words and Deeds

Our works demonstrate our faith (2:16-17,24)
It is manifest in our speech (1:26; 3:,9-10)
This is a reflection of our heart (3:11-12)

Our Approach to God’s Word

God uses His word to call us and to save us (1:18)
Receive it eagerly and humbly (1:19-21)
Be more than hearers, [...]

Text: Matthew 5:20
The scribes and Pharisees were the religious leaders of the day. Yet Jesus said our righteousness must surpass theirs to enter heaven. We must do more than fit in with those that the world recognizes as religious. We follow a higher standard.
Murder (Matthew 5:21-24)

Generally understood: Murder is wrong, those who commit it will [...]

Text: 1 John 2:15-17
Avenues of Temptation – 1 John 2:16

Lust of the flesh
Lust of the eyes
Pride of life

Examples of Satan Using these Avenues of Temptation

Eve – Genesis 3
Jesus – Matthew 4

God’s Promise About Temptation – 1 Corinthians 10:13

No unique temptation
God is faithful
There will be a way of escape

What God has Provided to Help Us Overcome

His [...]

Text: 1 John 5:21
Man-Made Idols – Acts 19:26
Political Leaders – Acts 12:22
Material Things – Colossians 3:5
Their Own Appetite – Philippians 3:19

Text: 2 Samuel 11-12
David Committed Sin – 2 Samuel 11:1-5
David Covered Up His Sin – 2 Samuel 11:6-17,23-27
David Forgot His Sin – 2 Samuel 12:1-12
David Repented of His Sin – 2 Samuel 12:13; Psalm 51

Two Kinds of Temptation

Testing, trying – that which comes from without
Desire, lust – that which comes from within

Results of Temptation

Testing – James 1:2-4
Desire – James 1:13-15

Truths About Temptation – 1 Corinthians 10:13
How to Overcome

Be on the alert – 1 Peter 5:8
Avoid bad situations/company – Proverbs 5:3-8; 1 Corinthians 15:33
Don’t dwell on evil things – Philippians [...]