23 Resolutions from James

Our church just finished a study in the book of James, and a new year is just around the corner. It is good to reflect on some resolutions with the help of brother James. Resolved, To identify and relate as a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ (James 1:1). Resolved, To pray…

Reasons For The Season (Ecclesiastes 3)

MOTIVATE The climate has been changing with more cold weather on the brink. My friend Jim Myer and I used to commiserate about how much we disliked the cold and preferred the warmth of the sun and summer. In the colder months, I start dressing in layers. When I worked at an outdoor construction site,…

Everyday Faith (James 5:13-20)

MOTIVATE I have been continually reminded that not everyone views life, events, and circumstances the way that I do. How you see things is different from how someone else views them. Sometimes life can feel like a Rorschach test of mysterious inkblot images with dozens, if not hundreds, of perceived meanings. And perception is multiplied…

Everyday Faith (James 5:1-12)

MOTIVATE According to Bible Gateway, certain passages had a significant increase for searching on the recent election week. James 1 saw the largest percentage increase with over 11,500% increase.[1] This message series has been timely as the book of James teaches us many principles for living through pandemic problems. We are facing at least 7…