MBM Rooty Hill / Bible Talks

James continues his no-nonsense approach to the difference Jesus makes in the life of a believer. This time he specifically addresses those who make plans and use their wealth without God in the picture.

One of the most important questions in life is "What causes fights and quarrels?" James gives a series of surprising answers that may shock the reader. We not only find that the problem begins within there is grace awaiting each of us. Come near to God and he will come near to you.

Faith without works is not unhealthy, or dangerous, it's dead. While faith alone saves the faith that saves is never alone.

Our good works are never the grounds of salvation but they are the fruit and the evidence that we have a living faith.

Jesus alone is the glorious Judge. As a result we are forbidden to show favouritism. It poisons our church's health and destroys diversity.

Some never want to listen to God's word. Others only listen to God's word and nothing more. But James is calling us to listen and obey for that is true religion.

Christians can’t mature without suffering. It’s why we are to count it pure joy when we face trials. The good news is that we can ask for wisdom if we lack it and it will be given.

We talk a lot about transformed lives. But what exactly are we talking about? Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians gives a wonderful picture of what a transformed life looks like in us and through us.

Your generation may be a generation of God worshippers, servers and lovers, but the question is