From October 25, 2026 Sermon - James 2:14-261) When we think of faith, why do we tend to separate belief and action? How does doing that affect our participation in God's mission?2) Which of the two components (belief or action) do you most gravitate towards? ...
From October 18, 2026 Sermon - James 2:1-131) Look around at who you have been privileging and who you have been neglecting. Who are they? Describe them.2) How are you treating those people like a commodity? What are you trying to "purchase" for yourself by...
From October 11, 2026 Sermon - James 1:19-27In this passage James instructs us to not just hear the word, but also to do it. That is to say, we must put the word into practice (see vss 22-25). The word he is referring to is...
From October 4, 2026 Sermon - James 1:12-181) Why is it so important to recognize God's motives in our trials? What happens when we misunderstand or misrepresent his motives?2) What are some ways that celebrating God's love can become more a part of your normal...
From September 27, 2026 Sermon - James 1:9-111) Pick a recent trial for reflection and describe it. What are the circumstances? How did you experience the "squeeze" or weight of it?2) What feels under attack in this particular trial? What kind of loss is at...
From September 20, 2026 Sermon - James 1:5-81) What are some differences you see between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world? Consider how either one answers questions like: "Who am I?", "Where am I?", "What is the problem (if there actually...
From September 13, 2026 Sermon - James 1:1-4 NRS "1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. 2 My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider...
From September 6, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 981) The sermon pointed out that some of our joylessness is the result of seeking lesser "salvations" that can only fail us. How have you seen this pattern in your life?2) What makes Jesus the kind of king...
From August 30, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 291) The sermon mentions both activism (being sure to be involved in the right causes) and moralism (being sure to look like the right kind of person) as ways we might try to hide from God. How do...
From August 23, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 241) Where are you resistant to Jesus telling you what to do? Consider categories like your emotions, or your schedule, or your resources. Where does Jesus showing up make you feel uncomfortable?2) The sermon mentioned the benefit of...
