Jame 5:7-11

James 4:11-5:6Today we continue our study in James pertaining to Worldly Wisdom (jealous and ambitious) and the Wisdom of God (humble and peaceable). To that end we focus on three threats to a humble walk with God: speaking evil agaisnt other people, being presumptuous about our future, and misusing our money.

Matthew 5:1-12

Jame 4:12-17Therefore we seek to understand the following:1. God gives us life2. God numbers our days3. God's will is perfect4. God gives us salvation

Communication without condemnation.A Discussion of the dangers and harm of slanderous speech.

Humility is the key ingredient for community.

Our need for Wisdom.Wisdom will prevent you from hurting yourself and others by keeping your God-given desires in the right place.Deceptive Wisdom (of the world) vs. Divine Wisdom (from God)

What does it mean to be poor in spirit?How does that inform our self-centered culture?Other passages noted:1 Corinthians 1:27-31Romans 5:6Mark 2:17Luke 17:1-5[Please forgive the gap at about 22min; we had a church emergency]

The fruits of dead faith versus those of living faith.Authentic faith rooted in love; a faith that reaches out with compassion often at great personal risk.

Why and how to avoid favoritism in our walk with Jesus.