1. Abraham: Faithful Obedience of a Patriarch (Romans 4:1-5 and James 2)2. Rahab: Faithful Help of a Pagan3. Applications

Don’t show favoritism.What does favoritism look like?Why should favoritism be avoided? 1) Favoritism denies the Gospel 2) Favoritism ignores the glory of Jesus Christ 3) Favoritism promises more than it delivers

Are both hearers and doersPass the heart tests 1) Do I control my speech? 2) Do I personally minister to orphans/widows/neglected? 3) Do I keep myself unstained from the world's values?

Anger breeds deathThe Word is life

I. Trials A. Poverty B. WealthII. Response A. The poor should boast B. The rich should boastII. Perspective A. Temporary status B. Permanent status

1. We Need Wisdom2. God Is Wise3. God Is Generous

1. The Response to Trials2. The Purpose of Trials3. The Culmination of Trials

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