James tells us that true religion in the sight of God is faith in his Son Jesus Christ that works in love for people. Our calling is to look into the mirror of God's word and adjust our practice of love to match our profession...
As Christians we have a relationship with the word of God. We are alive and we live by the word. The word of God is a seed implanted in us that brings forth life and grows. We are continually and increasingly transformed as we receive...
Our temptations to sin come from our own desires that wage war against the good will of God. But even in our temptation God grants us every good gift we need to fight sin and grow in faith. Text: James 1:1-18 https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/Sermons/20190203.mp3...
When a Christian experiences trials, God is working in the heart. He is revealing himself as a generous Father and strengthening us for enduring faithfulness. Our joy comes from knowing God's purpose and relying on his promise as we walk through our trials. Text: James...
A close look at the life of James shows us that though he was the half-brother of Jesus and leader of the church in Jerusalem, it was a resurrection encounter with Christ that changed his heart. James introduces himself as one who moved from unbelief...
A close reading of James shows us that every topic mentioned in this little book relates to the heart. Humility of heart before God is the foundation for living as a follower of Christ. Text: The Book of James https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/Sermons/20190113.mp3...
Everyone is growing, but in what direction? Who or what is shaping our growth? We must be wary of the things that pull us away from the only thing that can grow us rightly: the grace of God in Jesus Christ. The same grace that...
The promise of the new heaven and new earth is not a new plan of God. It is the fulfillment and finality of God's eternal plan for his kingdom. In light of this promise, we live now as God's kingdom people by faith, hope, and...
Often we view the birth of Christ as the end of our waiting on the promises of God. But the first coming of Christ is our assurance that he will come again. The promise of Christ's return and the new heaven and new earth awaits...
When we come to Christ we become his church. Christ is the Living Cornerstone of his church. In Christ we are living stones being built up as the church for ministry in world. Our ministry as a congregation is to witness to the greatness, grace,...
