In James Chapter 4, we find a powerful warning about worldliness that remains just as relevant today as it was when first written. James addresses his church, which was struggling not because of external persecution but because of internal worldliness. This worldliness was causing both internal angst and external conflict among believers.
In a world filled with competing voices and opinions, how do we discern true wisdom from false? James chapter 3 provides a powerful contrast between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom that can transform how we navigate life's challenges.
https://youtube.com/live/2oOUkZm_SwQ?feature=share Our words have incredible power. With our tongues, we can praise God, preach His Word, and lead others to Christ. Yet with that same tongue, we can tell lies,…
This Sunday, we celebrate Caleb's last Sunday with us. He and Aaron started leading worship for us two and a half years ago, and they have done a phenomenal job.…
https://www.youtube.com/live/xcQ6eQfaEOk?si=-kFUSMvS4YgyDZMc James chapter 2 delivers a powerful message about the relationship between faith and works. While many Christians debate whether salvation comes through faith alone or requires works, James makes…
https://youtube.com/live/SmuJUUJbKbs?feature=share The book of James offers some of the most practical guidance for Christians who want to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actually living it out. James, as…
The Book of James offers practical wisdom for daily Christian living. Written by Jesus's half-brother who became the pastor of the Jerusalem church after Christ's resurrection, James provides straightforward guidance…
The Book of Philemon may be the shortest "book" in the Bible—just 25 verses—but this apostolic postcard perfectly captures two of the greatest doctrines of the Christian faith: mercy and…
As we look at the final chapter of Titus, we find practical guidance for how Christians should live and act within their communities. Paul finishes his letter by showing the church in Crete how to navigate life as citizens in a challenging culture.
In Titus chapter 2, Paul writes to his protege Titus who has been sent to oversee multiple churches on the island of Crete. Paul's concern is clear - false teachers are spreading unsound doctrine, and he wants to ensure Titus establishes healthy, thriving churches.