Message Series: Blueprint

1 Corinthians 15:1-8 // Gospel Balance

Christians need to maintain spiritual balance as we follow Jesus. And we are able to experience this balance when we live out the implications of the Gospel in our life.

James 1:19 // Hurry Up and Listen

James 1:19 contains three specific commands to believers that profoundly affect how we interact with one another, be it in conversation or conflict. The first exhortation is to be "quick to listen".

James 1:16-18 // Don't Be Deceived

After warning us to not be deceived into thinking God is tempting us or trying to set us up to fail with temptation and sin, James exhorts us to instead have a right view of God as the source of every good and perfect gift.

James 1:15 // Sin Leads to Death

We continue examining the reality of our own evil desires and how they create temptations for us. We'll also look at how James' teaching disproves dangerous lies about LGBTQ+-related issues that are growing in popularity in the Church.

The Enemy Within // James 1:14

James reveals the shocking source of our temptation in trials and we'll look at ways to live effectively in light of it.

James 1:12-13 // God Doesn't Set You Up To Fail

In this study, James gives us clarity on questions like, "Does God ever set me up to fail in a trial?" and "Is God ever trying to get me to sin by tempting me?" We'll also learn why love for God motivates endurance in trials.

James 1:9-11 // The Only Wealth That Matters

In this study, we are reminded that earthly riches and status are fleeting, while our eternal inheritance in Christ is imperishable. As believers, we should find our joy and hope in Him, regardless of our socioeconomic circumstances. The Bible calls both the poor and the rich to focus on the reality of eternity, rather than temporary earthly conditions. This wisdom helps us maintain a proper perspective, especially in the face of trials and an uncertain future.

James 1:5-8 // Who God Gives Wisdom To

This message delves into the wonderful promise of James 1:5-8, which assures us that if we ask God for wisdom in our trials, He will generously provide it. BUT... there are conditions. And we'll dig into those in this study.