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We often think blessing is something we wait on God to do. What if blessing is also connected to what God is waiting on us to do? In week five of our James series, Pastor Jeremy walks through a practical pattern from James that can change the way we hear, respond to, and experience God's work in our lives.
Brother Nick looks at chapter four and three cautions or warnings that we all need to hear.
David starts a new series in James. Today, he is in James 1:1-12. Sermon titled "Persevere Through Trials." Come back next week to hear the next sermon in this series. Don't forget to follow First Baptist Church of Olton here on PodBead to get the latest sermons from Brother David Make sure and go subscribe to our YouTube Channel also. We stream live every Sunday at 11 am. We invite you to come and worship with us even in your PJ's!
Sermon & Communion Meditation: Casey McCormick
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James 3 reveals the immense power of our words and the challenge of controlling them. While small things like bits and rudders can control horses and ships, our tongues remain difficult to tame because they reflect our heart condition. The same mouth that blesses God often curses people made in His image, revealing a deeper spiritual problem. True change comes not from trying harder to control our speech, but from allowing God to transform our hearts. When our hearts are aligned with godly wisdom - which is pure, peaceable, and gentle - our words will naturally follow suit and become instruments of peace rather than destruction.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.
The quickest way to damage a relationship isn't always what you say—sometimes it's what you never stopped long enough to hear. In week four of our James series, Pastor Jeremy explores why listening is harder than it sounds and why our strongest reactions often reveal our deepest issues.
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Brother Nick starts with James chapter 4 verses 11-12 and then looks at several other scriptures about the words we say.
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Sermon: Casey McCormick
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The Book of James (Part 4) Lisa Isaacs Permalink
In week three of our James series, Pastor Jeremy dives into the invisible battle happening beneath the surface of our everyday lives. Why do we drift, struggle, rationalize, doubt, and feel stuck in the same cycles over and over again—and how do we actually stand firm when life and pressure hit hard? Because sometimes the greatest battle isn't just what's happening around you… it's the lies trying to take root inside you.
Brother Nick looks at James chapter 4, verses 5-10 and challenges us to have clean hands and a pure heart and the need to humble ourselves in the sight of God.
Sermon & Communion Meditation: Ellie Koranek
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In this message from the book of James, guest speaker Matt Battista reframes suffering through a picture most of us would never choose—but all of us eventually face. Because sometimes the seasons that feel the driest are the very places where God is growing the deepest roots. If you've been walking through pressure, pain, or a season that just feels hard, this message will challenge the way you see it—and remind you that God may be producing something sweeter than you realize on the other side.
Brother Nick looks at James chapter four and how we should set our affection on things above and not on the world.
Today we conclude our look at the Book of James, and learn one more way to live out our faith. We are expected to live out our faith by taking time to turn someone back to God. #fsbccoalinga #coalinga #fsbcsermon Contact us at TheWordInfusion@gmail.com with your comments, questions or praises. Let us know how our podcast has blessed, encouraged or helped you. Join us on our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/fsbccoalinga & http://www.facebook.com/.. Help us to grow a community that infuses the Word of God into their lives each day. Follow us on Twitter @TheWordInfusion or @fsbccoalinga . To support this ministry click on: https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/fsbccoalinga or copy and paste it into your web browser.
Sermon & Communion Meditation: Casey McCormick
In week one of our new series through the book of James, Pastor Jeremy unpacks why this book hits so differently when life gets difficult. Because when pressure rises, faith stops being theoretical and starts becoming visible. This message challenges the drift so many of us settle into and asks a hard question: are we actually growing into maturity, or just getting better at looking spiritual?
Today we continue talking about the fifth chapter of James, and learn what we need to do to have effective prayers. #fsbccoalinga #coalinga #fsbcsermon Contact us at TheWordInfusion@gmail.com with your comments, questions or praises. Let us know how our podcast has blessed, encouraged or helped you. Join us on our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/fsbccoalinga & http://www.facebook.com/.. Help us to grow a community that infuses the Word of God into their lives each day. Follow us on Twitter @TheWordInfusion or @fsbccoalinga . To support this ministry click on: https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/fsbccoalinga or copy and paste it into your web browser.
Sermon & Communion Meditation: Casey McCormick
James chapter 1 reveals the crucial difference between trials and temptations in our faith journey. Trials are God's tests designed to mature our faith and develop patience, while temptations come from Satan to destroy us. When facing difficulties, we need wisdom from God, which He gives liberally to those who ask in faith without doubting. The progression of temptation follows a pattern: lust leads to sin, which brings death. We must be careful about what we entertain in our lives, as whatever we allow in through entertainment, relationships, and habits can lead us down a dangerous path. True faith requires being doers of God's word, not just hearers, and practicing pure religion by caring for orphans and widows while keeping ourselves unspotted from the world.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.
The Book of James, written by Jesus' half-brother who transformed from skeptic to believer after the resurrection, offers practical guidance for authentic Christian living. James addresses the relationship between faith and works, explaining that genuine faith naturally produces good works - not to earn salvation, but as evidence of it. The letter teaches believers how to pray with unwavering faith, respond properly to sin with a broken heart rather than indifference, and view trials as opportunities for spiritual growth. James emphasizes that mature faith isn't just about believing the right things, but living them out in observable ways that demonstrate the reality of our relationship with God.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.
Today we continue talking about the fifth chapter of James, and learn that we will need to patiently endure until the Lord comes. #fsbccoalinga #coalinga #fsbcsermon Contact us at TheWordInfusion@gmail.com with your comments, questions or praises. Let us know how our podcast has blessed, encouraged or helped you. Join us on our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/fsbccoalinga & http://www.facebook.com/.. Help us to grow a community that infuses the Word of God into their lives each day. Follow us on Twitter @TheWordInfusion or @fsbccoalinga . To support this ministry click on: https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/fsbccoalinga or copy and paste it into your web browser.
Brother Nick continues in James chapter four looking at the privilege and priority of prayer.
Today we will begin talking about the fifth chapter of James, and learn some wisdom about money and wealth. We need to take an inventory and find out who or what we are relying on. #fsbccoalinga #coalinga #fsbcsermon Contact us at TheWordInfusion@gmail.com with your comments, questions or praises. Let us know how our podcast has blessed, encouraged or helped you. Join us on our Facebook pages at http://www.facebook.com/fsbccoalinga & http://www.facebook.com/.. Help us to grow a community that infuses the Word of God into their lives each day. Follow us on Twitter @TheWordInfusion or @fsbccoalinga . To support this ministry click on: https://giving.myamplify.io//app/giving/fsbccoalinga or copy and paste it into your web browser.
https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyGoalsPod?sub_confirmation=1Does the Book of James Contradict Paul?You are listening to David Pollack (College Football Hall-of-Famer & CFB Analyst) and Jonathan Howes (Lead Pastor of Graystone Church) have a weekly conversation about God, Family, and Sports.#familygoalspodcast #familygoals #ChristianityRespond in the comments, SUBSCRIBE and CLICK THE BELL for notificationsFOLLOW The Family Goals Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-goals-with-david-pollack-and-pastor-j/id1585214791X: https://x.com/familygoalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/familygoalspod/Toney Financial Services: https://www.toneyfinancialinc.com/Graystone Church: https://www.graystonechurch.com/FOLLOW See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidPollackCFBhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/see-ball-get-ball-with-david-pollack/id1769665459Produced by: https://www.bigstoryco.com
https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyGoalsPod?sub_confirmation=1The Book of James: No Picking FavoritesYou are listening to David Pollack (College Football Hall-of-Famer & CFB Analyst) and Jonathan Howes (Lead Pastor of Graystone Church) have a weekly conversation about God, Family, and Sports.#familygoalspodcast #familygoals #ChristianityRespond in the comments, SUBSCRIBE and CLICK THE BELL for notificationsFOLLOW The Family Goals Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-goals-with-david-pollack-and-pastor-j/id1585214791X: https://x.com/familygoalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/familygoalspod/Toney Financial Services: https://www.toneyfinancialinc.com/Graystone Church: https://www.graystonechurch.com/FOLLOW See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidPollackCFBhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/see-ball-get-ball-with-david-pollack/id1769665459Produced by: https://www.bigstoryco.com
https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyGoalsPod?sub_confirmation=1The Book of James on Trials: Not 'If' but 'When'You are listening to David Pollack (College Football Hall-of-Famer & CFB Analyst) and Jonathan Howes (Lead Pastor of Graystone Church) have a weekly conversation about God, Family, and Sports.#familygoalspodcast #familygoals #ChristianityRespond in the comments, SUBSCRIBE and CLICK THE BELL for notificationsFOLLOW The Family Goals Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/family-goals-with-david-pollack-and-pastor-j/id1585214791X: https://x.com/familygoalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/familygoalspod/Toney Financial Services: https://www.toneyfinancialinc.com/Graystone Church: https://www.graystonechurch.com/FOLLOW See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidPollackCFBhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/see-ball-get-ball-with-david-pollack/id1769665459Produced by: https://www.bigstoryco.com
Are you truly walking in genuine faith—or just believing you are?In this powerful teaching from the book of James, TS Wright breaks down the first four of the 12 tests of real faith—practical, Spirit-led markers that reveal whether your faith is maturing or misaligned.James doesn't just teach doctrine—he tests alignment. This episode dives deep into how your faith responds under pressure and how God uses trials to shape you for eternity.In Part 1, we explore:The Test of Trials – Do hardships produce perseverance or bitterness?The Test of Wisdom – Are you seeking God's guidance in difficulty?The Test of Humility – Is your identity rooted in Christ or the world?The Test of Temptation – Are you walking in the Spirit or giving in to the flesh?You'll also learn:Why stress tolerance is a key indicator of spiritual maturityHow trials are designed to prepare you for eternityThe difference between religious belief and tested faithHow to recognize when your heart is drifting out of alignmentThis is not about perfection—it's about progression. Faith is refined through testing, and James gives us the blueprint.Teaching based on James 1:2–15Call to ActionTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Check out broadcasting on Jesussaid.tvFollow, share, and help spread the message of true faithKeywordsChristian podcast, Book of James study, tests of faith, genuine faith, spiritual growth, Bible teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and trials, perseverance in trials, wisdom from God, humility in Christ, overcoming temptation, walking in the Spirit, Christian maturity, biblical teaching podcast, TS Wright Speaks, New Testament teaching, faith alignment, spiritual testing, discipleship training
www.tswrightspeaks.comwww.godcenteredconcept.comIn this powerful teaching from the book of James, TS Wright breaks down the three enemies of spiritual growth that every believer must confront.Drawing from James 1 and beyond, this episode explores how disordered desires, the misuse of the tongue, and worldly influence can quietly derail your walk with God.You'll discover:How temptation begins internally and leads to spiritual deathWhy your words reveal the true condition of your heartThe hidden danger of gossip and careless speechHow the world's system subtly pulls believers away from GodPractical steps to realign your life through the Holy SpiritJames, often called the “Proverbs of the New Testament,” delivers direct and convicting truth—and this message brings it into sharp focus for today's believer.This episode also challenges you with a personal call to action: Are you truly walking in alignment with the Holy Spirit? Or are these enemies influencing areas of your life?It's time for a spiritual check.Call to ActionSubscribe for weekly biblical teachingShare this episode with someone growing in their faithTake time this week for a spiritual self-examinationPray and invite the Holy Spirit to realign your heart