Bible Study on James: Recent Episodes
Pastor Kirby Williams
James warns against flippantly teaching the word of God, because teachers will be judged using a stricter standard.
After stating his basic premise, that faith without works is dead faith, James continues the discussion by listing two examples from the Old Testament where faith manifested itself in works.
James speaks of "liberty" and "judgment" in the same context, drawing a sharp comparison between the two. In this study we discuss the question of how the two seemingly opposite concepts can be compatible.
James condemns any kind of partiality within the church by emphasizing the importance of the "royal law of love".
James discuses the paradox between earthly poverty and heavenly wealth, and the church's responsibility to embrace the poor.
James identifies favoritism within the church as a sign of "double-mindedness" and hypocrisy.
James explains to his readers what true religion is and is not. A profound message to the church in all ages.
James challenges his readers to be doers of the word, and not just hearers. This is the essence of discipleship.
James uses metaphors to create graphics images in his reader's minds of the desired effect of God's Word on His disciples.
James teaches the deep truth that all that is good and decent and loving in this world is a result of God's fathomless grace.
James warns us that Satan will attack with great temptation when God puts us to the test. This study considers the difference between "tests" and "temptations".
James warns of the danger of an uncontrolled tongue and the devastating damage it can do.
This is one of the most controversial passages in the book of James. What does James mean when he says "faith without works is dead"? Is he contradicting Paul's doctrine of grace? This lesson concentrates on the balance between faith and works.
James poignantly addresses the inclination within many churches to favor the wealthy and disregard the poor. In doing so, he redefines what true wealth means.
An introduction to the book and to the study, focusing on the author, the circumstances, and the date of the epistle.