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Humility and Exaltation

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Recent studies show that quadrupling someone's income barely impacts their happiness more than a good weekend. In this sermon, we explore James's timeless wisdom about wealth, status, and finding our true worth in Christ. Through powerful illustrations from Spurgeon and Edwards, we discover how God's economy turns worldly values upside down and unites us all in Christ's transforming grace.

5-Day Devotional: True Worth in Christ

Day 1: The Myth of Money and Happiness

  • Read: James 1:9-11 and Ecclesiastes 5:10
  • Reflect: How much of your happiness is tied to material success? What does James say about where true joy comes from?
  • Pray: Ask God to help you find contentment in Him rather than circumstances.
  • Act: Write down three sources of joy in your life that money can't buy.

    • Day 2: Boasting in Humility

    • Read: James 1:9 and Matthew 5:3
    • Reflect: What does it mean to "boast in your exaltation" when you're facing humble circumstances?
    • Pray: Thank God for specific ways He has blessed you spiritually.
    • Act: Share an encouraging word with someone facing difficult circumstances.

      • Day 3: The Fading Flower

      • Read: James 1:10-11 and 1 Timothy 6:17-19
      • Reflect: How temporary are the things you're investing in? What "flowers" in your life need to be held more loosely?
      • Pray: Ask God for wisdom in using temporal resources for eternal impact.
      • Act: Take one practical step to invest in something eternal today.

        • Day 4: Unity in Christ

        • Read: Galatians 3:28 and Philippians 2:3-4
        • Reflect: How do social and economic differences affect your relationships in the church?
        • Pray: Ask God to help you see others through His eyes.
        • Act: Connect with someone from a different social or economic background than yours.

          • Day 5: Living in God's Economy

          • Read: Matthew 6:19-21 and James 1:9-11
          • Reflect: What does it mean to be truly rich in God's economy?
          • Pray: Commit your resources and status to God's purposes.
          • Act: Make one concrete change that reflects your trust in God's economy rather than the world's.
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