Serious Joy

James gives a special caution for those who teach the Bible.

Salvation comes by faith alone in Christ alone, but faith never remains alone. James reminds us that faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead.

James calls us to live as ones who will be judged under the law of liberty. Showing partiality is inconsistent with the life that is lived in Christ.

Religion that is pleasing to God is active, not passive.

Faith is strengthened through obedience.

We can know so much about him, and still completely miss him. Don't make that mistake.

Ryan Ballard brings us a challenging and encouraging word from John 6.

We are cleanses by the word of God.

New life in Christ comes "by the word of truth."

James warns us that the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.

James clearly sees a difference between testing and tempting. God tests, but he doesn't tempt. How does that play out in our lives?