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James 5:19-20Sermon from June 28, 2026

1. Pray when you are suffering2. Praise when you are celebrating3. Pray when you are sick4. Pray when you are a sinner3 ways James tells us to prayPray in communityPray in confessionPray in confidence

What do you do when you’ve been faithful—but you’re still waiting?In James 5:7–12, James speaks to believers who are experiencing hardship, suffering, and uncertainty. His message is clear: don’t give up before God finishes what He’s doing. Like a farmer waiting for the harvest, followers of Jesus are called to develop patient endurance while trusting that God is always working—even when we cannot see it.In this episode, Patience, Power, Restoration, we explore the spiritual strength that comes from learning to wait on God. James shows us that patience is not passive—it is an active faith that trusts God’s timing, remains faithful under pressure, and believes that restoration is coming.You’ll discover:Why waiting seasons are often where God does His deepest workHow patience produces spiritual maturity and enduranceWhat the examples of the prophets and Job teach us about sufferingHow to remain faithful when God feels silentWhy God’s compassion and mercy are greater than our circumstancesIf you’re walking through a difficult season, waiting for an answer, or struggling to hold onto hope, this message from James 5:7–12 will encourage you to keep standing firm.Waiting on God is not wasted time. It is where God builds unshakable faith.

James 5:7-12sermon from 6-14-26

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Sermon from James 4:13-17May 31, 2026

James 4:11-12sermon from 5-25-26

In this episode, Victory Begins with Submission, we unpack one of the most powerful promises in Scripture: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” But what does true submission to God actually look like? Why does humility matter so much? And how do we draw near to God when we feel spiritually stuck, distant, or defeated?James gives us a clear pathway to spiritual victory: humble yourself, resist the enemy, repent, and return to God. In a world that celebrates self-reliance and pride, this passage reminds us that God gives grace to the humble—and real strength begins when surrender starts.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why pride may be blocking spiritual growthHow to resist temptation and spiritual attacksWhat it means to draw near to GodWhy humility opens the door to God’s graceHow repentance leads to restoration and renewed faithIf you’ve been struggling spiritually, battling temptation, or longing for a deeper relationship with God, this message from James 4:6–10 will challenge and encourage you.The path to victory doesn’t start with striving—it starts with surrender.

James 4:6-10Sermon from 5-17-26

Proverbs 31Sermon from 5-10-26

James 4:1-5Sermon from 5-3-26

Philippians 4:14-23

Wise Words | James 3:13–18What if not all “wisdom” is actually from God?In James 3:13–18, we’re given a clear contrast between two kinds of wisdom: one that is earthly, self-centered, and driven by envy—and another that is from above, marked by purity, humility, peace, and mercy. The difference isn’t just what we say—it’s how we live.In this episode, Wise Words, we unpack how to recognize true, godly wisdom in a world full of competing voices. Why do jealousy and selfish ambition lead to chaos? What does wisdom from heaven actually look like in everyday life? And how can your words reflect a heart shaped by God rather than the world?If you want to grow in discernment, humility, and spiritual maturity, this message will challenge you to examine not just your words—but the source behind them.Real wisdom doesn’t just sound right—it produces a life of peace.

Sermon from James 3:13-18April 26, 2026

James 3:6-12Sermon from April 19, 2026

The Weight of Your Words | James 3:1–5What if your words carry more power—and more responsibility—than you realize?In James 3:1–5, we’re given a sobering warning: not many should become teachers, because those who speak will be judged more strictly. Why? Because the tongue, though small, has the power to direct lives—like a bit in a horse’s mouth or a rudder steering a massive ship.In this episode, we explore the power of the tongue, the danger of careless words, and why what you say has the ability to shape your life and influence others more than you think. Whether you’re leading, teaching, parenting, or simply speaking in everyday conversations, your words carry weight.You’ll learn how small speech patterns can lead to big consequences, why spiritual maturity is revealed through what we say, and how to begin aligning your words with a faith that honors God.If you want to grow in self-control, leadership, and authentic Christian living, this message will challenge you to take your words seriously.Your words are small—but they steer everything.

James 3:1-5Sermon from April 12, 2026

In James 2:18–26, the conversation gets even more intense: faith and works are not enemies—they’re evidence of each other. James points to real examples like Abraham and Rahab to show that genuine faith is always demonstrated through action. Even demons believe—but their belief doesn’t save them.So what comes first—faith or works? And how do they actually work together?In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood passages in the Bible and bring clarity to the relationship between faith, obedience, and salvation. You’ll see why works don’t earn salvation—but they do reveal it. If there’s no action, James says there’s no life.If you want to understand what real, saving faith looks like, and how to live a faith that is active, visible, and transforming, this message will challenge and equip you.

Luke 23:50-56Sermon from April 5, 2026

James 2:18-26Sermon from 3-29-26

Can you have real faith without real action?In James 2:14–17, we’re faced with a direct and uncomfortable question: “What good is it if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds?” James doesn’t hold back—faith without works is dead. But what does that actually mean? Are we saved by faith, works, or both?In this episode, we break down the tension between faith and works, uncover what genuine, saving faith looks like, and explain why true belief always produces visible action. You’ll discover why empty words aren’t enough, how compassion and obedience reveal authentic faith, and what it means to live out a faith that is alive and active.If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about salvation, obedience, and spiritual authenticity, this conversation will bring clarity and challenge you to examine whether your faith is truly alive.Real faith doesn’t just speak—it moves.

James 2:14-17Sermon from 3-22-26

What if the way you treat people reveals more about your faith than what you say you believe?In James 2:8–13, we’re introduced to the “royal law”—love your neighbor as yourself. It sounds simple, but James makes it clear: showing favoritism, partiality, or bias is not just a small issue—it’s a violation of God’s law. And even breaking one part of the law makes us accountable for all of it.In this episode, we unpack what the law of love really means, why favoritism is a serious sin, and how mercy triumphs over judgment. You’ll see how the gospel calls us to love others without distinction and live with the awareness that we, too, will be judged by the law of liberty.If you’re serious about authentic Christian living, loving people well, and growing in a faith that reflects the heart of God, this message will challenge the way you see others—and yourself.Mercy isn’t optional. It’s evidence of real faith.

James 2:8-13March 15, 2026

James 2:1-7 from the sermon on March 8, 2026

What does real Christianity actually look like?In James 1:22–27, we’re given a clear and uncomfortable definition of pure religion. It’s not just hearing sermons. It’s not just Bible knowledge. It’s not just church attendance. Real faith is revealed in obedience, in a controlled tongue, in compassion for the vulnerable, and in a life that remains unstained by the world.In this episode, we unpack:What it truly means to “be doers of the word”How spiritual self-deception happensWhy controlling your speech is a test of genuine faithWhat God calls “pure and undefiled religion”How caring for widows and orphans reflects the heart of GodWhat it means to live set apart in a compromised cultureIf you’re serious about spiritual growth, authentic discipleship, and living out biblical Christianity—not just talking about it—this message will challenge and sharpen you.Faith that hears must become faith that acts.This is what God calls pure.

Sermon from James 1:26,27March 1, 2026

In James 1:22–25, we’re confronted with one of the most sobering warnings in Scripture: “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” It’s possible to attend church, listen to sermons, and even love Bible teaching—yet walk away unchanged.In this episode, Man in the Mirror, we unpack what it means to look into the “perfect law of liberty” and not forget what we see. Why does James compare God’s Word to a mirror? How does spiritual self-deception happen? And what does real, life-changing obedience look like?If you want authentic Christian growth, spiritual maturity, and a faith that moves beyond information to transformation, this message will challenge and equip you.Stop glancing. Start obeying.The mirror is showing you something for a reason.

James 1:22-25Sermon from February 22, 2026

Sermon from James 1:19-21February 15, 2026

Sermon from James 1:16-182-8-26

No one plans to self-destruct—but Scripture says there’s a path that quietly leads there.James 1:13–15 exposes the real source of temptation and the deadly progression it follows. God is not the author of temptation. Desire gives birth to sin, and sin—when left unchecked—leads to death. What begins as a thought, a craving, or a compromise can slowly become a pattern that costs far more than we ever intended to pay.In this episode, we trace the anatomy of temptation, uncover how desire pulls and entices us, and learn why ignoring small compromises is never harmless. Most importantly, we’ll talk about how to interrupt the cycle before it destroys faith, relationships, and integrity.If you’ve ever wondered how people drift so far from God—or how to stop yourself from doing the same—this message is for you.

Sermon from James 1:13-15

Sermon from James 1:9-12January 25, 2026

Sermon from James 1:5-8January 18, 2026

Trials feels pointless—but Scripture says otherwise.In James 1:2–4, we’re confronted with one of the most challenging commands in the Bible: “Count it all joy when you face trials.” Why would God invite joy in suffering? And what if the pain you’re walking through right now isn’t meant to break you—but to build you?In this episode, we explore how trials test our faith, produce endurance, and shape us into mature, complete followers of Christ. You’ll discover why pain is often the tool God uses to form depth, resilience, and unshakable faith—and how perseverance leads to transformation.If you’re in a hard season, questioning God’s purpose, or wondering what your struggle is producing, this message is for you.Pain has a purpose. And it may be greater than you think.

James 1:1 An Introduction to the book of JamesSeries titled "Authentic Faith"

James 1:1 from 1-4-26

Sermon from December 28, 2025

Sermon from Luke 1:26-56

Philippians 4:10-13

Philippians 4:8,9

Philippians 4:8,9

Philippians 4:2-7