A Study of James

This is an overview of the book of James paying special attention to all the portions of scripture where James addresses them as my brethren or brethren.

A verse by verse study of the book of James, beginning with an in-depth look at James 1:1. To receive the full content watch the video teaching.

The Bible admonishes us to consider it all joy when we experience trials, knowing that God will ultimately work it out for our good.

If we lack wisdom, James tells us to ask God and He will give us all we need to deal with the circumstances of life.

Rich and poor, affluent and impoverished, influential and insignificant – all have reason for rejoicing in the kingdom of God.

There are five crowns mentioned in scripture given as reward at the Judgement Seat of Christ. All five crown are covered in this teaching. 

In James 1:13-15, James deals with temptation. Where does temptation come from? What is the origin of evil?

There is a deception over the world today like at no other time. We must take every precaution to not be deceived.

James tells us all that is good is from above. We serve a God who is pure, unadulterated goodness.

The Bible makes it clear that God sought after us, not us after Him. It was of His own will that we are living for Him today.

James challenges us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger. We should spend spend twice as much time listening as we do speaking.

Do we put into practice what we hear from God’s Word? We should be doers of the Word, not hearers only.

What is pure religion? True Christianity is about having a relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

In our passage James is dealing with showing partiality of persons. He equates partiality with evil thoughts and calls it sin.

If we keep the law but offend in only one point, we become transgressors of the law. Our speech and actions will be judged based on how we show mercy to others.

James is dealing with faith that is not followed by works. We are not saved by the works, but works should follow faith.

Being a teacher carries with it a grave responsibility. We must make sure we are called by God to teach His Word.

If we could master our speech, it would revolutionize the church and the world.

James contrasts heavenly wisdom with what is earthly, sensual, and devilish. It takes heavenly wisdom to deal with the problems and situations of life.

James deals with wars, fighting, and strife among God’s people. The context of this message deals with both the cause and the cure.

James isn’t condemning riches but they must be put into proper perspective. The love of money is the root of all evil, not money itself.

James is encouraging us to remain steadfast and look expectantly for the the coming of the Lord.

James is dealing with affliction in the lives of God’s people. Affliction will come – it’s all about how we deal with it.

James is addressing the sick in these passages. He gives clear instructions what we’re to do when we find ourselves in a bed of affliction.

There’s power in fervent prayer. Fervent praying accomplishes much for the kingdom. James gives Elijah as example of what fervent prayer can do.

What are the secrets to an effective prayer life? The goal of prayer is to see God’s will implemented in the affairs of men.

Christians are called to convert those who are in error regarding the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.