What have I done for Jesus? (II)
... considering all He has done, is doing and will do for us? Not all the “don’ts” we do not do would take us to heaven, but also the “dos” we have to do also count (James 4:17)
Many Christians of today ...
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The blessing of trials
... you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (NIV) James 1:2-5 ...
Walking in the Spirit
... are those who live in the flesh. Remember, a mindset on the flesh is enmity with God (James 4:4).
If we are of the Spirit then, we are not of the world and we are the children of God. As Christians, ...
The evidence of our faith (Part two)
... the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead” (NIV) James 2:15-17
Read part one: The evidence of our faith (Part one)
The Christian faith is known to have several facets ...
The evidence of our faith (Part one)
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Let us continue to pray for sensitive hearts and serving hands that will provide beyond our relatives but to the needy ones around us also- proving that indeed we care as Christians. (James 1:27)
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You can never go wrong with kindness
... happy (James 1:27, Romans 12:15).
Let us be kind for we do not know who comes our way every day. Indeed, through kindness, some have entertained angels.
May God give us the strength to keep His word! ...
Fighting temptation
... enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." (NIV) James 1:13-15
Note the progression in this section of scripture: temptation, ...
Pollution control
... that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. (NIV) James 1:22-27
Pollution can come ...
To be angry is easy
... righteousness God desires."(NLT) James 1:20
Anger may be defined as the thoughts, feelings, physical reactions, and actions that result from unacceptable behavior by others. Anger is almost always a ...
Zip up
... control our anger.
Brother James in his book 1:19-20 said we must be slow to speak. We must consider ourselves fortunate to have pace setters like the apostles and disciples who inspire us through the ...
Angry words, o let them never…
... pure and holy,
Friendship is too sacred far, (John 15:13)
For a moment’s reckless folly
Thus, to desolate and mar. (James 1:26)
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Angry words are lightly spoken,
Bitterest thoughts are ...
Keep Your Tongue from Evil
... lies, boasting, gossiping, cursing, swearing and insincere talks. These are all negative use of our tongue (James 1:26).
God, our creator, expects us to use our tongue for comforting, encouraging, bringing ...
Bitterness
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,” (NIV) James 1:19
All humans have limitations and that includes the ability ...
The Path to Righteous and Happy Living
... Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.” (James 1:19-21).
We are to process anger like the clock: listening ...
Anger Recycling
“In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry (NIV) Ephesians 4:26.
Bible Reading: James 1:19-21
Like all emotions, anger serves a purpose, typically alerting ...
Slow to anger
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,” (NIV) James 1:19
It is always frustrating to have someone interrupt you, ...
What is Your Excuse?
... for the job.
John (has an explosive temper) and James (sons of Zebedee) are selfish and put their interest first.
Thomas is indecisive and doubtful about his own life.
James (son of Alphaeus) and ...
Responsible parenting (II)
... guidance. This may involve specialized instructions. (See I Cor. 3:1-3; Heb. 5:12-14; Phil. 1:9, 10; James 3:2-6).
How can you use discipline as a learning tool and continual guidance for your children? ...
At peace with God
... Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."(NIV) James 4:8-10
In his book, ‘How to get through our struggles’, Oral Roberts defines man as "A spiritual being created in God’s likeness/image, ...
Silence in Heaven
... listen (James 1:19).
Lastly, the mention of silence in heaven, more correctly surmises the silence of God. Jesus remained silent in several occasions too on earth (Matthew 26:63, 27:12, 14; Mark 15:5, ...