Bible Study NotesChristian ForumsPsalm 15: A Primer for James- February 22, 2008 Author: richardk Posted: Fri Feb 22, 2008 5:00 pm Using Our Faith To Live the Life To Which We Have Been Called! Before we get into James directly, let us look at Psalm 15 for a general overview and a primer to the precepts we will learn and be challenged by. As a Christian, you should desire to grow beyond just being saved, right Being...http://www.biblestudynotes.org/community/viewtopic.php?p=885#885 James Outline- February 22, 2008 Author: richardk Posted: Fri Feb 22, 2008 4:59 pm Epistle of James Outline (James draws principally from Psalm 15 and Matthew, chapters 5 through 7) Chapter 1: How do we react to pressure Faith will not break when it is real, even when times are dire. We are stable because who we are in Christ and not because of our circumstances. I....http://www.biblestudynotes.org/community/viewtopic.php?p=884#884 James Introduction Part II- February 22, 2008 Author: richardk Posted: Fri Feb 22, 2008 4:57 pm Background Setting for the Gospel of James James is primarily speaking to Jews living in Jerusalem who are starting to face persecution. Given the period; it has only been a decade since Jesus death and resurrection. The Pharisees had started to persecute the early Christians....http://www.biblestudynotes.org/community/viewtopic.php?p=883#883 James Introduction Part I- February 22, 2008 Author: richardk Posted: Fri Feb 22, 2008 4:55 pm If you falter in times of trouble, how small is your strength! Proverbs 24:10 James is a book about the application of our faith and the importance to learn and grow in Christ. That way, we can grow in faith and maturity so we can apply our Christian character and conduct in how we are to...http://www.biblestudynotes.org/community/viewtopic.php?p=882#882 |