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: 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: John 17
What did Jesus pray for?
Glorification (v. 1-5)
Faithfulness (v. 6-12)
Sanctification (v. 13-19)
Unity (v. 20-23)
Salvation (v. 24)
Love (v. 25)

Text: Zephaniah 3:2
Did Not Obey
Rejected Correction
Did Not Trust in the Lord
Did Not Draw Near to God

Be Subject to Them – Romans 13:1-7
Pray for Them – 1 Timothy 2:1-4
Rebuke Their Sin – Luke 3:18-20
Use Them as an Example – Matthew 20:25-28
Exercise Your Rights – Acts 25:9-12

Text: Psalm 100
Physical Blessings

Life & health – Acts 17:25,28
Material possessions – James 1:17
Spouse – Proverbs 31:10
Children – Psalm 127:3-5
Friends – Proverbs 17:17

Spiritual Blessings

Children of God – Ephesians 1:5
Forgiveness of sins – Ephesians 1:7
Avenue of prayer – 1 Peter 3:12
Hope of heaven – 1 Thessalonians 5:8-10

Priorities – Our physical blessings can be lost / taken away. [...]