Cambria Pulpit

Conflicts come from our own sinful hearts. So, what is the solution? We find the answer to all our conflicts in James 4:7-10. Listen to part 2 of the sermon- "Why Can't We Get Along?":

We live in an angry world. Everyone has opinions and preferences, so there's no lack of conflict. So, where do these conflicts come from? James 4:1-6 gives the simple answer. 

How can you spot a fake? The best way to spot a counterfeit is to be familiar with the real version. In James 3:13-18, we learn about real wisdom and its counterfeit. True wisdom comes from God, while fake "wisdom" comes from this world. 

"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words shall never hurt me." Many of us were taught this little rhyme as kids. But the fact is, this cute phrase is not accurate. Words are powerful and can be very hurtful. In James 3, we learn about the power of our words:

We all know people who talk a big game but can't back it up. Actions often speak louder than words. In James 2:14-26, we learn that true faith will produce action. Faith will result in good works. Listen to this week's message- "Faith Works":

For many of us, new places are challenging and frightening. We get anxious about new things. The cause of this fear is the reality of favoritism. In James 2, we learn that favoritism has no place in the church. 

What does it mean to live out your faith? Christians are called to follow and serve Christ. So what does that look like? In James 1:19-27, we learn the two necessary steps for living out our faith.

How do we know when God gives us wisdom? James 1:9-18 gives three aspects of biblical wisdom that provide clear evidence. Listen to part two of the message- "Marks of Biblical Wisdom":

Wisdom is seeing life as God sees it. So, how do we know when we have it? In James 1:9-18, we see three aspects of biblical wisdom that provide clear evidence. Listen to part one of the message- "Marks of Biblical Wisdom":

We've all had those days where everything seems to go wrong. Trials are a regular part of life. So, how can we hold onto our faith in our trials? James 1:2-8 gives the answer. Listen to Pastor Dave's sermon - "Holding Onto Faith in Trials":