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: Galatians 2:20
Crucified with Christ — We must die with Christ (Romans 6:3-5, 10-11)
It Is No Longer I Who Live — We must sacrifice our life for Him (Romans 12:1)
Christ Lives in Me — He dwells in our hearts by faith (Ephesians 3:17)
Live by Faith in the Son of God — Faith is essential, and [...]

Text: Nehemiah 4
We Will Face Opposition (v. 1-3, 7-8)
Trust in God (v. 4-5)
A Mind to Work (v. 6)
Pray and Act (v. 9)
We Are in This Together (v. 14,20)
Always Be on Guard (v. 16-23)

Text: Isaiah 2:2-4
Mountain – government, authority (Daniel 2:44; John 18:36-37; Matthew 28:18)
House – the church (1 Timothy 3:15), linked to the kingdom (Matthew 16:18-19)
Nations – Gentiles, kingdom open to all (Acts 2:37-39; Ephesians 2:13-16)
Come – individual responsibility to follow Christ (Joshua 24:15; 2 Corinthians 5:10)
Teach – we must know God’s will (Hebrews 11:6; Romans 10:17)
Walk [...]

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8
Four Facts of First Importance

Christ died – laid down His life for our sins (John 10:18; Colossians 1:22)
He was buried – shows that His death was not a hoax (Matthew 27:57-60)
He was raised – first fruits of those who are asleep, gives us hope (1 Corinthians 15:20; 1 Peter 1:3)
He appeared – [...]

Text: John 10:11
What Makes Jesus the Good Shepherd?

He calls His own sheep by name (John 10:3)
He goes ahead of them (John 10:4)
He provides an abundant life (John 10:10)
He lays down His life for the sheep (John 10:11)
No one can take His sheep away (John 10:28

Dangers that We Face

Thieves (John 10:1,8) – Those who want the [...]