The Tongue Is A Fire

Who Is Wise Among You?

Continuing our study through James, we come across the question, "Who is wise among you?". This is not a question to identify who, but rather to describe those who truly are wise and understanding. Discussion/Reflection: How is "wisdom from above" different than "earthly wisdom"? In what ways can you actively pursue peace in your church and community?

The Tongue Is A Fire

Pastor Travis continues our study through James. James reminds us that good works are not limited to just actions, but that words are also works. Discussion/Reflection: When have you experienced words used to damage or harm? In what ways have you used your words to bless and/or curse?

Faith: Dead or Alive?

Do you have faith in Jesus? Is it just words or does your faith spur action? In James chapter 2 we will explore his most famous teaching. "Faith without works is Dead". Discussion/Reflection How is "dead faith" different from having no faith at all? What evidence is there in your life of "living/active faith'?

Favoritism

Pastor Travis takes us through the first part of James chapter 2. Where James addresses the Jewish Christian communities regarding the favoritism toward the rich, and their discrimination against the poor. Discussion/Reflection In what subtle (or overt) ways do we show favoritism in our lives, workplaces, or church community?

Hearing, Receiving, & Doing God's Word

In today's passages, that Pastor Travis takes us through, James shows us a much needed correction in each of our lives. Reflect/Discuss In what ways do you put God's Word into practice in areas of speech, anger, and mercy for the most vulnerable?