Podcasts about James 5

Today’s Bible Verse “Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.” — James 5:7 (NIV) James 5:7 reminds us that waiting is not wasted time when it’s rooted in trust. Using the image of a farmer, Scripture teaches us that growth happens beneath the surface long before it’s visible. Patience is not passive—it’s an active reliance on God’s timing and provision. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe MEET YOUR HOST: Dr. Kyle Norman at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ The Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada. He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.com, ibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others. Rev. Norman has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.Find more from Rev. Norman at revkylenorman.ca This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. “Whether we’re helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this sermon, pastor Luke wrestles with four themes from James:5:7-12: Patience, Partnership, Patterns, & Principles.  ++++++++++++++ Download the Church App here: https://bit.ly/3vxVr8q  If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave a comment below

In the second part of the "My Job Depends on Ag" series, this sermon addresses the often-dreaded spiritual discipline of waiting. We frequently try to avoid praying for patience to dodge trials, but trials are inevitable. The question isn't if we will wait, but how. Using James' analogy of the farmer, we see that waiting is not passive; it is an active, expectant dependence on God for a harvest we cannot control.Scripture ReferencesJames 5:7-11: "Be patient then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits... patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains."Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."Isaiah 40:31: "But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength..."2 Timothy 2:3-6: Paul uses the soldier, athlete, and the hard-working farmer as examples of perseverance.1 Corinthians 13:4-7: "Love is patient... love always perseveres."Mark 4:26-29: The parable of the growing seed, illustrating the slow, mysterious nature of Kingdom growth.Key PointsWaiting is Active, Not Passive James points to the farmer who waits for the rains. For a first-century farmer, this wasn't leisurely; it was survival. His life depended on conditions outside his control. Similarly, waiting on God is an active posture of looking to Him as our source, surrendering our need for control.Why We WaitTo kill entitlement: Waiting cures the "Veruca Salt syndrome" ("I want it now!").To look to God: Waiting shifts our focus from the thing we want to the One who provides it.To develop character: Patience is essential for spiritual maturity.Hurry is the Enemy of Love First Corinthians 13 begins with "Love is patient" and ends with "Love perseveres." If we cannot wait, we cannot love. Hurry makes us incapable of connecting with God and others. Patience is simply the ability to wait with a heart of peace and hope.The Kingdom Grows Slowly Jesus' parable of the seed (Mark 4) shows that Kingdom growth is often mundane, slow, and invisible. While we love "Pentecost moments," most growth happens through small, daily acts of obedience—prayer, listening, and faithfulness over time.ConclusionWaiting is not forever. James reminds us to be patient until the Lord's coming. Jesus, the ultimate Farmer, patiently suffered on the cross to forgive our impatience and secure our future. Whether He breaks through in this life or at His return, the wait will end. Until then, we are called to practice "slowing"—deliberately placing ourselves in positions where we must wait—to cultivate a heart of patience.Calls to ActionShift Your Perspective: View waiting not as a nuisance but as "patience practice"—an opportunity for your heart to grow.Practice "Slowing":Drive in one lane at the speed limit and use the time to pray.Listen to people without your phone in your hand.Take deliberate breaks from technology.Pray for Patience: Stop avoiding it. Ask God for the grace to wait well.Receive Prayer: If you are in a painful season of waiting, come forward for prayer to receive strength to persevere. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

After providing pastoral wisdom throughout his letter, in James 5:1-6, the biblical author challenges the oppressive rich of his day to repent! How should we apply this passage to our lives? Pastor Luke explores a variety of ways we can live this out in light of Jesus and the Kingdom of God. ++++++++++++++ Download the Church App here: https://bit.ly/3vxVr8q  If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave a comment below

James 5:19-20

As a Christian, have you sometimes found yourself angry that friends or family members have fallen into grave difficulties and God doesn't seem to be answering or acting as you wish He would in that circumstance? In such times, have you worked to align fully with God's ways for believers? Join Kevin as we take a look at fruitfully living out God's ways in the New Covenant! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Enjoying the Show? Drop us a line!Throughout the Book of James, the author teaches his church—and by extension, us who read his writings today—how we ought to live lives devoted to Christ. He concludes his epistle by urging believers to wait for the return of Jesus Christ. James' desire is that believers live in the “now, not yet” tension of the Kingdom of God, demonstrating lives that reflect those who have been saved for eternal fellowship with God, even before the full consummation of the kingdom at Christ's return.With the zeal and passion of a committed shepherd, James instructs his followers to “wait” for the return of Christ. It is clear from his writings that this waiting is not passive but active. He gives his parishioners the example of Job, calling them to be steadfast and patient—to “establish” their hearts for the coming of the Lord. James speaks with the urgency of a pastor unwilling to see any of his sheep falter.As modern-day believers, we must heed his words. We must establish our hearts in a world that seeks to erode our faith in Christ. We must hold fast to the truth of the Gospel and never let go of God. Jesus will return, though we do not know when. For this reason, James' exhortation remains deeply relevant: “You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.”Support the showVisit our Merch Store to support the show!

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20 Proverbs 25-26; Exodus 19-24; 19 Psalms 59-64; 59 James 5; 1 Peter 1-5; 2 Peter 1

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Series: JamesService: Sun Bible StudyType: Bible ClassSpeaker: Marlin Chapman

Sunday morning opening, December 28, 2025.

The book of James was written by none other than James, the half-brother of Jesus. After Jesus' resurrection, James writes to Jewish believers about topics from perseverance, to true faith, controlling your tongue, submitting to God, patience, and living a wisdom-filled Christian life.   Join Jerry as he dives into this letter to the Church, the book of James, and shares how you can apply the truths it contains to your every day life.   You can also take your daily Bible reading to another level with The New Testament Daily with Jerry Dirmann—so grab your Bible and let's get started!  -------  Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below:  LINKS:  « FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » To listen to or download more teachings from Jerry and others from Solid Lives ministries, visit our new media library at: https://app.jesusdisciple.com/jesus-way/media-library « THE NEW TESTAMENT DAILY PODCAST » https://thenewtestamentdailywithjerrydirmann.buzzsprout.com « SOLID LIVES » Find out more about the ministries of Jerry Dirmann and Solid Lives at https://www.solidlives.com/  « SUPPORT » You can help us get free resources like this out to more people. Visit https://pushpay.com/g/jdglobal Thank you for joining us today! For more resources like this, or to support the ministry of Solid Lives, visit one of the links below: FREE MEDIA LIBRARY » Download or listen at https://SolidLivesMedia.com/ ABOUT SOLID LIVES » Find out more at https://www.solidlives.com/ SUPPORT » Help us get the word out at https://solidlives.com/give/

James 5:13-18

James 5:7-14 | James ft. James Embree | 12-14-2025 by Clear Water Church

Rev. Jacob Lee

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Much of the Christian journey involves waiting. Waiting on the Lord for help, for justice, for healing, for provision etc. Advent is a season specifically centered upon waiting for the birth of Jesus Christ. Listen as Dave speaks from James chapter 5 on waiting and the Christian walk.

Isaiah 35:1-6 | Psalm 146 | James 5:7-12 | Matthew 11:2-10

Message from Derek Griz on December 14, 2025

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“Still Waiting…”James 5:7-117 Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is near. 9 Don't grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!10 Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. 11 As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.CONNECT WITH USIf you have any questions or would like to get to know us further, head over to https://www.triumphlbc.org/connect and fill out our online connection card.ABOUT TRIUMPHTriumph wants to see the life and message of Jesus transform your heart, home, and city. To learn more visit https://www.triumphlbc.org/

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John the Baptist sends his disciples to ask Jesus if he is the one to come. John has found himself imprisoned while pursing obedience to the Lord. He has also wanted his disciples to leave him and follow Jesus. What are we to make of John's question? Is he question Jesus' messiahship? Or is he wanting his own disciples to hear from Jesus' lips what he is doing? Either way, we are given encouragement to know the work of the Lord and how he continues to work in our own lives to change and renew us while we await his coming.Image: The Beheading of St. John the Baptist, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Daily Evening Prayer (12/12/25) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN): Psalms 65-67; Isaiah 38; James 5; Metrical Psalm 31:5-85 To thee, the God of truth, my life, and all that's mine, (For thou preserv'dst me from my youth,) I willingly, resign. 6 All vain designs I hate, of those that trust in lies; And still my soul in every state to God for succor flies. The Second Part. 7 Those mercies thou hast shown I'll cheerfully express; For thou hast seen my straits, and known my soul in deep distress. 8 When Keilah's treach'rous race did all my strength enclose, Thou gav'st my feet a larger space to shun. my watchful foes.If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/To own a prayer book, visit: https://anglicanway.org/product/the-1662-book-of-common-prayer-international-edition-hardcover-march-2-2021/To own a hymnal, visit: https://anglicanhousepublishers.org/shop/the-book-of-common-praise-of-the-reformed-episcopal-church/

Year A, Third Sunday of Advent

Daniel 11; Proverbs 8; James 5; 1 Peter 1

James 5:7-12

In Job 12 we have a continuation of his response to Zophar. This chapter tells us Job accepts that all that has happened to him is from the Almighty (Shaddai - a Hebrew word which expresses two different aspects of God's character - it means "the destroyers" and also, "the nourishers"). In chapter 42verses11 we are told that Job's suffering was from God. Job starts chapter 12 with supreme sarcasm, "No doubt you (my 3 friends) are the people, and wisdom will die with you" ESV verse 1; i.e. you're know-alls so why should I, Job, bother talking to you. Can't you see the wicked also prospering, he contends. In verse 10 we have another Hebrew parallelism i.e. the first expression meaningfully correlates to the second - the life of the beasts equates to the breath of humanity (Ecclesiastes 3verses19).Nahum was an Elkoshite from the southern kingdom of Judah. His name means "comfort" (a similar idea to the "parakletos" - Comforter of the New Testament). Jesus made Capernaum (city of comfort, or consolation) his base of operations in Galilee. The comfort of the prophecy of Nahum was that Judah's oppressor would be dealt with by the Almighty. The book was written between 624 AD and612 AD when Nineveh was overthrown by Babylon. As Egyptian power declined from the middle of the 7th century BC Assyria rose to prominence. Firstly, Nineveh and then Babylon assumed the dominant position in the threatening Assyrian development. Then in 612 BC Babylon conquered Nineveh and she no longer had a rival. Judah rejoiced for although the Babylonians, who God would bring against them in His chastisement, were exceedingly cruel they were more humane than their Ninevite brothers. Chapter 1 of Nahum deals with the Almighty's wrath against Nineveh. Verse 2 describes God's jealousy - Nineveh had been the nation who had brought the LORD's punishment upon God's guilty people. But the Assyrians had delighted in the cruelty meted out on Israel. Israel's Sovereign demonstrated His power over nature. When Yahweh is aroused to judge who can withstand His might. But after chastisement has been given our Potentate will compassionately pardon His people and destroy their oppressors. Chapter 2 details the destruction of Nineveh. All of Nineveh's powerful defenders and defences would be useless against the coming Babylonian onslaught. The panic within Nineveh is graphically portrayed. Colourful and emotional language describes the chaos experienced by the Ninevites. The den of the former ravening lion has itself become plundered.

James 5:1-6 | James ft. Mike Merriner | 12-07-2025 by Clear Water Church

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Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

Consider the suffering and endurance of John the Baptist. His life, his preaching, all made possible by a steadfast faith.Wednesday of Ad te LevaviAdvent 1 Midweek

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5.13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. 16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. 17 Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed fervently that it might not rain, and for three years and six months it did not rain on the earth. 18 Then he prayed again, and heaven gave rain, and the earth bore its fruit.19 My brothers, if anyone among you wanders from the truth and someone brings him back, 20 let him know that whoever brings back a sinner from his wandering will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins.

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Series: James | Radically WholeScripture:  James 5:13-18We hope you enjoyed listening to this message! If you'd like to stay updated on what God is doing at Citylight Council Bluffs, be sure to follow us:Citylight Council BluffsFacebookInstagramCitylight Council BluffsSunday Gatherings at 9:00 & 11:00 AM at 2109 Railroad Hwy, Council Bluffs, IA 51503Livestream at 9:00 AMIf you want to mail in a tithe, you can do so at: PO Box 1055 Council Bluffs, IA 51502Support the show

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JAMES | James 5: From Fragmentation to Integration | Caitlin Barnes

What are you really trusting in? As we close our series in the book of James, we look at how relying on wealth, comfort, or our own desires leaves us empty—and why hope is only found in Christ. In Sunday's message, we unpack James 5, calling us to deny ourselves, strengthen our hearts, and look to the Lord who is near. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live

Sermons from our Sunday Services at St.Peter's Free Church, Dundee

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Today’s Bible Verse:“Is anyone among you in trouble? Let him pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing praise.” — James 5:13 James 5:13 invites us to bring every emotional moment—heavy or joyful—into the presence of God. When pain presses in, prayer steadies our hearts. When joy rises up, praise becomes our natural response. This simple rhythm shapes a life that stays rooted in God no matter the season. It reminds us that we’re never meant to navigate sorrow alone and never meant to enjoy blessings without gratitude. In every circumstance, God welcomes us to turn toward Him. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)YouTube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comJames 5A strong warning is given to the wealthy who acquire riches through injustice and selfishness. Their fortunes will diminish, and the cries of those they have wronged have reached the ears of the Lord. Believers are called to be patient in suffering, waiting for the Lord with the same diligence as a farmer awaiting rain. They are reminded of Job's endurance and the Lord's compassion. Integrity matters. Thus, complaining against one another is discouraged, and individuals are encouraged to let their yes be yes and their no be no. Prayer is emphasized as a powerful tool in every situation, whether in suffering, joy, or sickness. Those who stray from the truth should be gently guided back, for turning a sinner from error saves a soul and brings great spiritual restoration. Christians must remain patient during difficult times, trusting that God sees how others mistreat us and that He will act on our behalf. It is easy to complain or lose heart, but we are called to endure with faith. Like Job, we can hold on even when we do not comprehend everything. We are also encouraged to pray in every season. God invites us to communicate with Him throughout every stage and circumstance of our lives. Our prayers are significant. Furthermore, we have a duty to one another. When someone begins to drift from the truth, we are called to respond with love and care. God uses our words and actions to help others return and to bring healing and hope. Loving Father, You see every burden we carry and every moment we wait. Grant us patience when life feels long and heavy. Help us to trust that You are working, even when we cannot see it. Teach us to pray with honesty and faith, knowing that You hear us and care for every need. Show us how to care for those who are hurting and reach out to those who are wandering. May our words bring healing and our actions reflect Your compassion. Let our lives be full of faith, endurance, and love as we walk closely with You each day. Thought Questions: Life is often unfair, and sometimes the powerful oppress the weak. How do you stay patient and controlled when others treat you poorly? How vital is communal prayer to you? Have you had elders pray over you? Why should you ask faithful people to pray with you and for you? What is your responsibility if a fellow believer is caught in sin? How do you determine the best way to approach and help them repent and turn to God?