The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 31 explores the books of I and II Chronicles.

Slander; common gossip; harsh, destructive criticism -- who can control the sins of the tongue? Only God. James urges us to rely on God's supernatural strength to change our hearts, ways... and tongues.

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 30 delves into Ezra and Nehemiah.

How can we prepare for the unexpected? By preparing for what *is* expected -- namely, the victorious return of Jesus Christ to restore all that Satan has torn apart!

True faith shows itself in obedience, even when it is difficult. James urges believers in all situations to recommit to the Living God and to follow where He leads!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 29 unsheathes the prophetic book of Daniel.

The world urges us to be politically correct, but God tells us to be spiritually correct -- even at the cost of persecution.

James makes it clear that God does not "play favorites" among His people, but that we are all dependent on His mercy and grace!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 28 takes a look at the books of Ecclesiastes and Esther.

Are you prepared to answer the following questions? Why are you hope-full? Who is your Lord? Where is your strength? And can you answer these questions with gentleness and respect?