Just Do It: A Series On James
Just Do It.
Before Nike ever impressed upon us the need to get off the couch, stop thinking about it, and “Just Do It,” James wrote, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
Don’t just sit and listen, do it. Just do it.
Throughout this series on the book of James, we examine what this faith called Christianity really looks like, not in theory, but in practice. Together, we are going to lace up, get going, and put God’s words into action.
Part 7 - Accept The Word.
Date: November 15, 2020
Many who come to faith in Christ think that the richness, satisfaction, sense of well-being and, peace in life come just by signing on the dotted line. Just by proclaiming Christ as Savior. Just by being a Christian. But just because the word has been planted in our souls, doesn't mean that it will just sprout up into this thing of great beauty effortlessly. We must actually accept the Word that is in us. But how?
Part 6 - Stop Being Deceived.
Date: November 8, 2020
When temptations come our way, they do not promise to pollute or hurt us. In fact, they never even hint about the consequences. They merely promise to fill all the desires of our hearts.
In Part 6 of our series, Pastor Tim examines the words of James on how to deal with and overcome temptation.
Part 5 - Decide To Stand Firm.
Date: October 25, 2020
Perseverance is the road. It is the path to maturity, and the backbone which lets us stand against the trials and brutalities that life throws at us. To all those who persevere, God has promised to make it worth their while.
In Part 5 of our series, Just Do It, we examine what it takes to stand firm through our trials and the outcome (or reward) of persevering through life’s hardships.
Part 4 - See Your Worth In Christ.
Date: October 18, 2020
We live in a world where people are valued based off how much they make, what they do for a living, or how successful they are. The battle with money, is one of the most demanding trials we face on a daily basis. But, trials give us an opportunity to exercise our faith.
And from time to time, we need to be reminded that money is not the measuring stick of our self-worth, Christ is! In Part 4 of our series, James reminds us that it’s when we treasure Christ that we’re able to see who we truly are.
Part 3 - Ask For Wisdom.
Date: October 11, 2020
How is it possible to look upon the trials of life not as enemies, but as vehicles to get me where God wants me to be? The key is wisdom. Wisdom equips us with the skill for living and in this context, living through, and rising above life’s trials. Wisdom in the context of the trials of life, is knowing, and then carrying out God’s will in the midst of trials.
In Part 3 of our series on the book of James, we examine three questions: When is wisdom given? How is wisdom given? And, who is wisdom given to?
Part 2 - Persevere In Trials.
Date: October 4, 2020
In Part 2 of our series, Just Do It, Pastor Tim continues in our study in the book of James. It's interesting that James begins his letter with the subject of life’s difficulties, writing: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers whenever you face trials of many kinds.” How can, and for what reason would anyone in the world face their trials...with joy?
Part 1 - Meet The Man.
Date: September 27, 2020
We begin our series with the first verse of the book of James. We’re introduced to James, a skeptic turned saint, turned servant of God who saw the importance of putting God’s words into action. The strength of a life, a family, a community and a nation rests on the shoulders of God’s people who know, embrace and live out God’s truth, and Just Do It.