Doers of the Word (James 1:22-25)

1. Examine Yourself Through the WordJames 1:22“Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”Question:In what ways can a Christian deceive himself by hearing God’s Word regularly but not applying it?2. The Danger of Auditing ChristianityRomans 2:13“For not the hearers of the law are just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.”Question:What are some ways believers today can treat church or Bible teaching like “auditing a class” rather than pursuing transformation?3. When the Word Reveals Our HeartsHebrews 4:12“For the word of God is quick, and powerful… and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”Question:Can you recall a time when Scripture exposed something in your heart that needed to change?4. Responding to the Spiritual MirrorJames 1:23–24“For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass…”Question:Why do you think it is easier to fix problems we see in a physical mirror than problems we see in the mirror of Scripture?5. The Problem of Spiritual ForgetfulnessDeuteronomy 6:12“Then beware lest thou forget the Lord, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt.”Question:What practical habits can help believers remember and apply God’s Word throughout the week?6. Examining Our PrioritiesPsalm 103:2“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.”Question:How can worldly priorities crowd out obedience to what we hear from God’s Word?7. Approaching God’s Word with HumilityPsalm 139:23–24“Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts.”Question:What does it look like practically to approach Scripture with humility and openness to change?8. Understanding the Law of LibertyJames 1:25“But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein…”Question:Why does James describe God’s Word as a “law of liberty” rather than a burden?9. Building Life on the RockMatthew 7:24–25“Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them… is like a wise man, which built his house upon a rock.”Question:How does obedience to Christ’s teaching prepare believers to withstand life’s trials and temptations?10. From Hearing to DoingJames 1:25“…this man shall be blessed in his deed.”Question:What is one specific truth from God’s Word that you sense the Lord calling you to apply this week?