How the wisdom of true sincerity allows God to work Part 10
A famous journalist once said about sincerity, “If you can fake it, you’ve got it made.” But is sincerity something you can really fake?
The wisdom of impartiality Part 9
Each person is valued by God and should be made to feel that way. It’s not manipulative or artificial to make someone feel important, it’s wise. You’re meeting that person’s heart hunger to be loved. God is no respecter of persons and neither should we be.
The wisdom of mercy Part 8
Greek thought viewed mercy as pity for those who were suffering unjustly. But Jesus introduced a new concept, mercy for those who are in trouble, even if that trouble is their own fault. We’ll see how the combined “good fruits” of wisdom ultimately reach their maturity in a harvest of mercy.
Let’s contrast the wisdom of joy and earthly wisdom Part 7
In the midst of conflict, it’s hard to get the right perspective. Let's contrast the “pure and peaceable” wisdom from above with the “earthly and unspiritual” wisdom from below. One is “easily entreated” and furthers our relationships. The other is harsh, driving people apart.
The harvest of joy in our relationships Part 5
Many of us struggle with trusting people in our world today. Relationships are often shallow and people take care of themselves at the expense of others.
Joy: the first step in wisdom Part 4
We're in a great series this week and we're discovering that there is great wisdom in living joyfully.
Navigating between what we can and can’t control Part 3
This week our topic is wisdom, wisdom from the book of James. And one of the distinguishing signs of wisdom is how we handle what we can't control.
God’s answer to asking Him for wisdom Part 2
Have you ever regretted asking a question because the answer was hard to take? That was the case with the rich young ruler who asked Jesus, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?"
How can we have joy despite our trials? Part 1
As Christians, we face constant challenges from all sides. It's tempting to give in and give up, but God encourages us to press on! Join us as we begin a new series called "The Wisdom of James—the Wisdom of Joy."
Comforting others with joy Part 5
What do you say to a person in the midst of deep, personal pain? How do you comfort someone going through a difficult trial? Today, our special guest Margaret Feinberg challenges us to be a "joy bomber" and offer the hurting the gift of joy!
Helping fight another’s battle Part 4
Joy is a powerful weapon in times of trouble. Join our stirring conversation today as we discover how the gift of our presence can help others "Fight Back with Joy."
Whether we’re in pain or feeling good, we can always respond with joy! Part 3
How are you? Often our circumstances dictate how we answer that question. But join us today as we discover what it sounds like to always respond with joy!
Healing for wounded hearts and broken churches Part 2
God, the Great Physician, has a prescription for wounded hearts and broken churches: laughter! Discover today why a cheerful smile and joyous laughter are God's good medicine.
Discover how to fight worry, fear, and doubt Part 1
When troubles start to close in around us, and worry, fear, and doubt invade our hearts, God has given us a powerful tool to fight back! Join us as our special guest, Margaret Feinberg, discusses an unlikely weapon in our daily battles: joy!
