About this series and study
While scholars debate whether the Epistle of James emphasizes works or practical instruction, its central message is clear: true faith requires action. James calls us not just to hear God's Word, but to obey it. Functioning as a practical discipleship manual, this book offers tough love and wisdom to help us actively live out our faith in alignment with Christ’s Kingdom.
Join us on Sundays and for this study. Look for questions posted each week on Church Center - or using the link below!
[STUDY GUIDES are available each week after the sermon. Just click the date+passage on the schedule to the right/below.]
SERIES SCHEDULE
Study questions are posted each Sunday on Church Center at 10:50 AM.
Leaders may wish to view the Study Guide (below) before Sunday.
|
Sermon |
Lesson |
Passage |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/26 | Joy in Trials | James 1:1-11 |
| 9/20/26 | Resisting Temptation | James 1:12-18 |
| 9/27/26 | Doers of the Word | James 1:19-27 |
| 10/4/26 | Warning Against Favoritism | James 2:1-13 |
| 10/11/26 | Faith and Works | James 2:14-26 |
| 10/18/26 | Taming the Tongue | James 3:1-12 |
| 10/25/26 | Two Kinds of Wisdom | James 3:13-18 |
| 11/1/26 | Drawing Near | James 4:1-12 |
| 11/8/26 | Tomorrow | James 4:13-5:6 |
| 11/15/26 | Patience in Suffering | James 5:7-11 |
| 11/22/26 | Prayer's Power | James 5:12-20 |
Other suggested tools:
Bible Study Tool (from Steve) | Study Worksheet
"How to Read the Letter of James" - The Bible Project
From our Pastor for Smaller Communities:
We always encourage folks to gather in person or virtually to discuss the highlights of each week's sermon. In this way, we intentionally go deeper - together and embrace a mindset that God's Word will be planted in us and nurtured to grow more. If you are not discussing the sermon and its passage each week with others, then set aside time to explore the questions on your own!