Independence is often hailed as the best virtue.  Yet, a life independent from God is doomed to fail.  You may think you know the best plan for your life, but Pastor John calls that out as arrogance today.  It’s foolish to do what you want, how you want, only turning to God when things begin to fall apart.  Instead, Pastor John recommends, seek God and His wisdom for all plans and dreams.  And trust Him when He directs you.  Life is challenging and uncertain, and you need God’s wisdom and direction!

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 4 as he continues his message The Saint’s Subtle Sins.

It’s easy to categorize sins as better or worse than others.   And some sins are even deemed acceptable.  Christians are good at casting judgment on the worse sins and completely ignoring the subtle ones.  Today, Pastor John will challenge you to examine your life and repent of those sins that are easy to ignore.  God sees your heart; and He knows the attitudes you hold.  He hears the words you speak to others, and about others.  Just because believers don’t flinch at gossip or judgment doesn’t mean God is ok with it.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 4 as he begins his message The Saint’s Subtle Sins.

There is an endless cycle that happens in this world of seeking happiness – pursuing endless pleasure, finding it insufficient, then pursuing something else equally as empty.  The cure for this emptiness and strife, Pastor John explains today, is to experience the grace of God.  Every day, seek the grace of God, seek to follow His ways and seek a relationship with Him.  And he will draw near to you as you draw near to Him and submit to His will.  He brings a joy and contentment and purpose you’ve never know before.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 4 as he continues his message Conflict: It’s Cause and Cure.

Today’s culture is all about avoiding pain at all costs and seeking out and doing whatever makes you feel good.  The only way to find joy and happiness is to seek pleasure now.  Phrases like “You only live once” or “Fear of Missing Out” are mantras in our culture.  Instead, as Pastor John explains today, this kind of pursuit of pleasure and happiness is in fact leading you farther from God, and thus farther from true joy.  You’ll never find the comfort and pleasure you desire until you find Jesus.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 4 as he begins his message Conflict: It’s Cause and Cure.

Living as a believer in Christ is more than just declaring you’re a believer and then living life as usual.  Today, Pastor John will explain why it’s so important to live a life that reflects your beliefs.   If you consider yourself a believer in Christ, where do you seek instruction on how to live a wise and godly life?  Reading the bible obediently and frequently will give you all the wisdom and guidance you need for wise living.  If you humbly pray and seek God in His word, He’ll provide you with wisdom and guidance.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 3 as he continues his message Living Wisely.

If you have a lot of knowledge, you tend to get a lot of respect in the world.  But, today, Pastor John reframes the idea of knowledge and instead encourages you to seek to be wise instead of just knowledgeable. Knowledge is simply facts and information without regard to God.  Wise people have a reverence for God and live life in line with His call.  True wisdom is from above and made known in your life by how you live and relate to others.  It’s important to seek God humbly and receive His directions for life.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 3 as he begins his message Living Wisely.

Your tongue has the power to speak words of praise and worship to almighty God.  But it can also speak words of hate and criticism toward others.  Today, Pastor John will explain that you can’t praise God in one moment, and then speak words of destruction in the next.  Your evil words betray what’s really in your heart.  If you’re a believer in Christ, you shouldn’t be praising God while cursing others.  Allow the Holy Spirit to fill you and pray that you can begin to use your words carefully and consistently.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 3 as he continues his message Taming the Tongue.

Your tongue, your mouth is a small part of your body.  But through it, you have great power.  Today, Pastor John will explain the power your tongue has to be your strongest asset in your life or your greatest liability.  You have the power to praise God and proclaim the gospel.  You can build and strengthen and encourage others with your tongue.  But you can also destroy others and lead people away from God with the words you speak.  Be slow to speak, led by the spirit and careful of what you say.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 3 as he begins his message Taming the Tongue.

Do you believe in God or the bible?  Do you think that’s enough to save you?  Today, Pastor John will explain that belief in God and knowing He exists isn’t a saving faith.  Even the demons believed God and trembled in His presence.  What’s crucial to a saving faith is trusting God with your whole heart and your whole life.  You must have a relationship with your savior and give Him your life.  Your faith can be alive and dynamic by trusting Jesus and putting your faith in Him for your salvation.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 2 as he continues his message Is Your Faith Real.

Many people claim to be a Christian.  But, as Pastor John teaches today, the life of a true believer is much more than just professing faith.  You can’t be eternally saved just by saying you have faith.  If you say you have faith, does your life show evidence of this?  Your faith walk must measure up to your faith talk.  It’s important to show your true faith and belief in Christ by the way you live your life.  Demonstrate love and service to others.  Walk in obedience and trust to God, living your life for Him.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of James chapter 2 as he begins his message Is Your Faith Real.