God is Good, James 1:12-18
During the summer months, there are several Sundays when I am out of the pulpit. I will return to preaching through 2 Corinthians when I return to the pulpit, but for these weeks where I have been away, I will be posting sermons from the book of James I preached in 2020.
Without a biblical worldview, there is no understanding of evil's real and present danger and the need to restrain it. When faced with evil, political leaders often prescribe legislative, regulatory, economic, or education remedies, believing that the undesired behavior can be overcome with better programs and laws. Or individuals speak of their own difficult situations and ascribe the blame or the responsibility to God when the cure is God, but the cause is not.
God has provided a way to be saved from this broken world. He desires your salvation and not your destruction. God has no part in sin.
From this passage, the Bible declares two fundamental truths that God does not tempt toward sin and that all that is good is from God.
Pulpit notes for preaching the book of James.
14 sermons.
Count it All Joy, James 1:1-11
God is Good, James 1:12-18
Be Doers of the word, James 1:19-27
True Faith in a Broken World, James 1:27
Seeing with God's Eyes, James 2:1-10
Have Mercy, James 2:11-13
Evidence of Faith, James 2:14-26
Taming the Tongue, James 3:1-12
Godly Wisdom, James 3:13-18
Draw Near to God, James 4:1-10
As the Lord Wills, James 4:11-17
True Treasure, James 5:1-6
Be Patient, James 5:7-11
Confess and Pray, James 5:12-20
Pastor Ben Smith’s sermon pulpit notes for preaching James 1:1-11. The PDF file contains sermon notes, illustrations, and an outline handout.
Ben Smith
Originally from Columbus, GA, pastor Ben Smith has served churches in Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. Ben and his wife, Dana, make their home in Waycross, GA.
An audio podcast of Ben’s sermons is published weekly. Pastor Ben also hosts the podcast View From the Pulpit, dedicated to helping the church recover an understanding of expository preaching.
Dive deep into the practical and powerful teachings of James with this collection of 14 sermon manuscripts. James: A Faith That Works provides a clear, scripturally grounded exposition of faith in action, challenging believers to live out their faith through obedience, endurance, and earnest prayer. Each sermon is designed to encourage reflection, conviction, and spiritual growth, drawing readers into a deeper understanding of how true faith manifests in everyday life.
This collection is available as a printed book, making it perfect for personal study, sermon preparation, or group discussion.
Features:
Full manuscript sermons on every chapter of James
Practical applications for modern Christian living
Inspiring call to confess sin, endure trials, and live faithfully
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Individuals seeking a deeper understanding of James
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