The Simple Truth 2-Minute Bible Study

James 5:14-15 (NIV): Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.

IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY

For hundreds of years, the subject of healing has been hotly debated within the church.

In 2-Minutes you will discover:

• A quick history of healing in the early Church
• How Jewish traditions affected the use of oils in healings and prayer
• What William Barclay's Commentary says about healing in the 2nd and 3rd centuries

THIS WEEK ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:

MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2020

The Jew’s tradition of swearing an oath in God's Name (James 5:12)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2020

Praying and praising at all times (James 5:13)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020

The history of healing in the Early Church (an intro to James 5:14-15)

THURSDAY - FRIDAY, AUGUST 27-28, 2020

Calling upon the Elders to pray for you when you're sick. (James 5:14)

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Do you ever struggle with understanding the Bible?
   
 You're not alone.
   
 The Simple Truth Bible Podcast was created with you in mind.
 
 Subscribe at TheSimpleTruthPodcast.com and we'll be waiting for you every morning in your inbox. We will quickly recap what we've been studying and give you a map of where we are going each day. 
 
You'll never miss a day of digging deeper into God's Word so that you can understand the Bible more and grow closer to God.  

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THIS WEEK ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:

MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2020

The Jew’s tradition of swearing an oath in God's Name (James 5:12)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2020

Praying and praising at all times (James 5:13)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020

The history of healing in the Early Church (an intro to James 5:14-15)

THURSDAY - FRIDAY, AUGUST 27-28, 2020

Calling upon the Elders to pray for you when you're sick. (James 5:14)

IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY:

James 5:12 (NIV): Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise, you will be condemned.

Today's Bible verse from James 5:12 seems to come out of the blue. In the last Bible Study Podcast, James talked about having patience in the face of persecution (James 5:10-11).

And immediately after James 5:12, James teaches about prayer.

But, today he talks about swearing in God's name. Just being honest here, I don't understand how this applies to the surrounding verses, and neither do most Biblical scholars.

But evidently James seems to think this is important for us to learn. So, we will take the time to dig deeper and understand more of James 5:12.

In 2 Minutes, you will discover:

• Why swearing was common in James' day 
• Why James says to stop swearing
• How Jews found a way to get around the Law of swearing in God's name
• Whether swearing an oath is permissible in a courtroom setting

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Do you ever struggle with understanding the Bible?
 
You're not alone.
 
The Simple Truth Bible Podcast was created with you in mind.
 
Subscribe at TheSimpleTruthPodcast.com and we'll be waiting for you every morning in your inbox. We will quickly recap what we've been studying and give you a map of where we are going each day. 
 
You'll never miss a day of digging deeper into God's Word so that you can understand the Bible more and grow closer to God.  

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James 5:10–11 (NIV): 10 Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. 11 As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

Welcome to The Simple Truth Bible Podcast!

This week we've been exploring the history of how the wealthy landowners took advantage of the day laborers by not paying them their daily wages.

If you haven't been able to join us in the past few episodes, I encourage you to go back and listen to what you've missed. It will help the remainder of this week's teachings make so much more sense.

The great news is that it will only take a few minutes to catch up!

THIS WEEK ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:
 

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY

• The history of rich landowners oppressing the poor (James 5:1-6)

THURSDAY-FRIDAY

• The blessing of patience (James 5:7-11)

 IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY:

• Why did James use the Old Testament prophets to encourage persecuted Christians?
• What can we learn from Job to help us endure through tough times?
• How to grow stronger in the midst of trials and persecution

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James 5:7–9 (NIV): 7 Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9 Don’t grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!

Hey! Welcome to today's Bible Study Podcast. We've been studying the book of James verse-by-verse.
   
  THIS WEEK ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:
 
We’ve been exploring the history of how the wealthy landowners took advantage of the day laborers by not paying them their daily wages. If you haven’t been able to join us in the past few episodes, I encourage you to go back and listen to what you've missed this week. It will help the remainder of this week's teachings make so much more sense. The great thing is that it will only take a few minutes to catch up!

  IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY:

• The one word James uses repeatedly to help the Christians endure through their trials
• What the Christians were waiting in expectation for that never came
• How we know when we've lost faith in God

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Do you ever struggle with sticking with a daily Bible Study habit?

  You're not alone.
         
  The Simple Truth Bible Podcast was created with you in mind.
   
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"You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened yourselves in the day of slaughter. You have condemned and murdered the innocent one, who was not opposing you." (James 5:5-6 NIV)
 
Hey! Welcome to today's Bible Study Podcast. We've been studying the book of James verse-by-verse.
   
THIS WEEK ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:
 
We’ve been exploring the history of how the wealthy landowners took advantage of the day laborers by not paying them their daily wages. If you haven’t been able to join us in the past few episodes, I encourage you to go back and listen to Monday and Tuesday’s episodes. It will help the remainder of this week's teachings make so much more sense. 

IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY:

• What gruesome picture James' paints of what will happen to the cruel landowners on the Day of Judgment
• Why would the day laborers have to sell their family members?
• How were the innocent Christians being murdered?

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No matter how busy life gets, you always have 2 minutes for God.

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"Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like fire. You have hoarded wealth in the last days. Look! The wages you failed to pay the workers who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord Almighty." (James 5:2-4 NIV)

Hey! Welcome to today's Bible Study Podcast. We've been studying the book of James verse-by-verse.
 
YESTERDAY ON THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE STUDY PODCAST:

Yesterday, we explored James 5:1 about the rich, non-Christian (possibly Jewish) landowners taking advantage of peasant labor. James warned them of the impending judgment coming upon them.

IN TODAY'S BIBLE STUDY:
 

• How James uses the idea of a courtroom to show how the rich will face judgment
• Why didn't the landowners pay the peasants their wages?
• The results from the cries of the harvesters

 
Listen in to discover the fascinating history and culture of these verses that bring this scripture alive in your life. 
 
 LISTEN NOW!

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"Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming on you." James 5:1 NIV

Today, we move into the last chapter of James!

If you've been with us from the beginning, congratulations on your commitment to put God's Word first.

If you are new to The Simple Truth, thank you for joining us and welcome to the tribe! You've joined a great group of men and women committed to digging deeper and understanding more of the Bible.

We've come a long way through James' letter. 

HERE'S A MAP OF WHERE WE'VE BEEN:

• How to endure trials and temptations (James 1:2-18)
• Don't just hear the Word, do it (James 1:19-2:26)
• The danger of the tongue (James 3:1-12)
• The difference between earthly wisdom vs. heavenly wisdom (James 3:13-18)
• How to draw near to God through humility (James 4:1-17)

OUR ROADMAP THIS WEEK:

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY

• The history of rich landowners oppressing the poor (James 5:1-6)

THURSDAY-FRIDAY

• The blessing of patience (James 5:7-11)

WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER TODAY:

• Learn the fascinating history of how the wealthy landowners took advantage of the poor Christians (this really got James steaming mad)
• Why the wealthy people took the peasant labor to court (this would get me mad, too)
• What you would do if you couldn't pay your debts (I could never imagine having to do this!)

LISTEN NOW!

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Do you ever struggle with sticking with a daily Bible Study habit?

You're not alone.
       
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James 4:17 (NIV): "If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn't do it, it is sin for them."

In the past two months, we have been digging deeper and understanding more of the book of James verse-by-verse. 

If you haven't been able to join us for the entire study, I encourage you to take the time and listen to past episodes. I think you will be surprised at what you miss if you don't know the history and culture surrounding the individual verses. 

Today, we quickly recap what we've learned in the letter of James up to this point in order to help us understand the deeper meaning of James 4:17.

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Do you ever struggle with understanding the Bible?
 
You're not alone.
 
The Simple Truth Bible Podcast was created with you in mind.
 
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You'll never miss a day of digging deeper into God's Word so that you can understand the Bible more and grow closer to God.  

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James 4:16 (NIV): "As it is, you boast in your arrogant schemes. All such boasting is evil."

We’ve been exploring a portion of James’ letter that’s written to prominent businesspeople warning them of planning their own futures without acknowledging their dependence upon God.

In today's Bible podcast, you will discover:

1. What is James referring to when he says "your arrogant schemes?"
2. What is the deeper meaning of the word "arrogant" that helps us understand James' point better?
3. Why is boasting "evil?" (It's probably not what you think)

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Did you know that you can easily listen to this Bible Study podcast on your Amazon smart speaker?

All you have to do is say "ALEXA, PLAY BIBLE STUDY.” 
 
No matter how busy life gets, you always have 2 minutes for God.

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James 4:15 (NIV): "Instead, you ought to say, 'If it is the Lord's will, we will live and do this or that.'"

THE SIMPLE TRUTH BIBLE PODCAST STUDY

In this week's podcasts, James has been warning us of the arrogance of believing that we have complete control of our lives and our future. 

In today's Bible podcast, James discusses the need for a mindset shift when we make plans. 

In today's 2-minute podcast, you will discover:

1. What is the deeper reason James wants us to say "If it is the Lord's will?"
2. Why would the Apostel Paul say, "If the Lord wills?"
3. If God is in control, then is it wrong to make plans?

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 Did you know that you can easily listen to this Bible Study podcast on your Amazon smart speaker?

All you have to do is say "ALEXA, PLAY BIBLE STUDY.” 
 
No matter how busy life gets, you always have 2 minutes for God.

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