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by Dave Kirk | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:6-7, Genesis 6:8-9 | Download Audio

by Dave Kirk | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:6-7, Genesis 6:8-9 | Download Audio

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6 (39-40) | Download Audio

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6 (39-40) | Download Audio

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3 | Download Audio

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3 | Download Audio

3 TRUTHS OF REMAINING FREE IN CHRIST1) LEGALISM BRINGS CHAINS, NOT LOVE Galatians 5:1,6-10 NIVIS MY FAITH BEING EXPRESSED IN LOVE?2) FREEDOM IN SERVING OTHERS, NOT SELF Galatians 5:13-18 NIV- AM I SERVING OTHERS OR MY OWN SELFISH DESIRES?3) LIVE IN THE SPIRIT AND DIE TO SELF Galatians 5:22-26 NIV

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Bob McPherson

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Wiley Deason

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Wiley Deason

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Bob McPherson

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Bob McPherson

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Bob McPherson

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Wiley Deason

Series: LIving for the King (2026)Service: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Wiley Deason

The book of James concludes by showing that the ultimate evidence of faith is a transformed community that operates differently from the world. A changed community has three key characteristics: they lean on one another through prayer during troubles, happiness, and sickness; they practice authenticity through confession and mutual prayer; and they rescue those who drift away from truth rather than ignoring them. This kind of community requires commitment to regular attendance, connecting in small groups, getting involved in service, and praying for others. The living proof of faith isn't just individual transformation but a community that genuinely cares for one another.

Most people reading this are wealthy by global standards, even if they don't feel rich. James 5:1-6 warns against five dangerous patterns with money: storing what we don't use, saving what we don't need, hoarding what invites judgment, exploiting those we don't value, and consuming what we won't share. The passage reminds us that we're living in the last days between Christ's first and second coming, making excessive hoarding particularly foolish. Instead of finding security in possessions, we should establish a line of enough and invest our excess in God's kingdom, which offers eternal returns rather than temporary satisfaction.

Life is fragile and fleeting, like a mist that appears for a moment and then vanishes. Every breath we take is a gift from God, and recognizing this truth should transform how we live. Instead of pursuing meaningless activities, we should focus on what has eternal significance. Living with the mindset of 'if the Lord wills' means aligning our plans with God's purposes rather than asking Him to bless our own ambitions. We must avoid the sin of omission - failing to do the good we know we should do. Your life has incredible potential to make an eternal impact, but this requires living with urgency and focusing on what truly matters for eternity.

James addresses the disconnect between faith and life, comparing it to a movie where audio doesn't sync with the actors' mouths. He identifies the source of conflicts among believers as internal selfish desires rather than external circumstances. Many approach God like a vending machine, praying with wrong motives instead of seeking relationship. Despite our spiritual unfaithfulness, God gives abundant grace that's greater than all our failures. James provides a five-step peace plan: submit to God, resist the devil, draw near to God, grieve over sin, and humble yourself before Him. True transformation happens from the inside out as God changes our hearts, not just our behavior.

Life presents us with two distinct types of wisdom: earthly and heavenly. Earthly wisdom is driven by selfish ambition and bitter envy, leading to chaos and destruction in our relationships and circumstances. In contrast, heavenly wisdom is pure, peace-loving, considerate, and full of mercy, creating a beautiful life that attracts others to God. These two approaches cannot be mixed - we must choose which source will guide our decisions. True wisdom shows itself through a beautiful life characterized by humility and good deeds, not just knowledge or information. The wisest decision we can make is to consistently choose God's way over the world's way in every area of our lives.

James 3 reveals the incredible power of our words and the responsibility that comes with speaking. Just as a small bit controls a massive horse and a tiny rudder steers enormous ships, our tongue—though small—directs the entire course of our lives. Words can destroy relationships like a spark ignites a forest fire, yet they can also be a fountain of life that builds others up. While humans can tame wild animals, we cannot tame our tongues without God's help. Our speech should be characterized by four life-giving qualities: Loving, Intentional, Factual, and Edifying. The choice is ours—will our words bring life or destruction?

Authentic faith goes far beyond intellectual agreement with biblical truths - it produces genuine transformation in how we live. James addresses the critical distinction between dead faith and living faith, emphasizing that true faith naturally results in good works. This isn't about earning salvation through actions, but rather understanding that works are the inevitable fruit of genuine faith. As John Calvin noted, faith alone justifies, but the faith that justifies is never alone. James illustrates this principle through practical examples, showing how empty words without corresponding actions accomplish nothing. Just as telling a hungry, naked person to be warm and fed without providing help is meaningless, faith that produces no life change is equally useless. Even demons possess correct theology and believe in God, yet they remain in rebellion because their belief doesn't transform their hearts. The examples of Abraham and Rahab demonstrate how living faith manifests differently across various backgrounds. Abraham, the faithful patriarch, showed living faith by his willingness to sacrifice Isaac. Rahab, despite being a Gentile prostitute, demonstrated the same living faith by protecting the Israelite spies. Both were considered righteous not merely for their beliefs, but for how their faith produced action. This teaching doesn't contradict salvation by grace - rather, it explains how genuine salvation naturally produces visible fruit in a believer's life.

Discover what authentic Christian faith looks like in daily life through this powerful exploration of James chapter 1 and 2. Learn the three essential marks that prove genuine faith: speaking with love, serving the poor, and staying devoted to God. This biblical teaching reveals how to overcome favoritism and show mercy instead of judgment. Key topics covered include Christian living, authentic faith, biblical wisdom, overcoming favoritism, serving the marginalized, controlling your tongue, showing mercy, caring for orphans and widows, spiritual growth, and practical Christianity. James, the brother of Jesus, provides timeless wisdom for believers seeking to live out their faith genuinely. Explore how your words reflect your heart condition and learn practical ways to serve those who are often overlooked by society. Understand why favoritism destroys authentic relationships and discover how mercy can transform your perspective on others. This teaching includes actionable steps for supporting foster families, reaching out to marginalized individuals, and maintaining devotion to God in a distracting world. Whether you're struggling with judgmental attitudes, looking for ways to serve your community, or seeking to align your life with biblical principles, this message offers practical guidance rooted in Scripture. Learn how to be living proof of faith that speaks with love, serves sacrificially, and stays committed to God's calling. Perfect for anyone interested in Christian discipleship, biblical teaching, spiritual maturity, community service, overcoming prejudice, and living out the Gospel in practical ways. Discover how authentic faith can transform not only your own life but also impact those around you through genuine love and service.

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Discover how to navigate life's spiritual challenges and overcome temptation in this powerful biblical teaching. Learn the crucial difference between trials that God allows for spiritual growth and temptations that seek to destroy your faith. This comprehensive study explores the three main sources of temptation - Satan, worldly values, and our sinful nature - and reveals why we often fall into spiritual traps. Understanding temptation is essential for every Christian seeking spiritual maturity and victory over sin. The message examines James 1:13-15 and 1 Corinthians 10:13 to show how God never tempts us but always provides a way out. Explore the deceptive nature of temptation and why it appears attractive while hiding destructive consequences. Learn practical strategies for spiritual warfare including recognizing your vulnerability to sin, engaging in daily battle against your old nature, and remembering your true identity in Christ. This biblical teaching addresses common misconceptions about God's role in temptation and provides hope for believers struggling with recurring sins. Discover how to address the root causes of sinful behavior rather than just managing symptoms. Perfect for Christians seeking deeper understanding of spiritual warfare, overcoming sin, biblical counseling insights, and practical sanctification. Whether you're dealing with specific temptations or want to strengthen your spiritual defenses, this message offers biblical wisdom for victory. Learn how trials differ from temptations and why this distinction matters for your spiritual growth. Understand the progression from evil desire to sinful action to spiritual death and how to break this cycle. Essential viewing for pastors, Bible study leaders, and anyone committed to spiritual growth and biblical living.

In this first message for 2026 Phil Mason shares on the theme of Living for God. In an age of ever-increasing lawlessness, where so many are taking the name of the Lord in vain, there is an imperative for those of us who truly believe in God to live for Him. But what does it mean to live for God?Do we really believe that God exists? If we do, we must make the radical decision to live fully for Him; otherwise, we will be swept up in what Paul called the ‘strong delusion' (2 Thessalonians 2:11) that is sweeping away all those who cannot escape the rising tide of lawlessness that is gripping the planet.How do we know if we are under this ‘strong delusion?' The world is full of religious people who profess a belief in God yet are completely unmoved by Him. If we truly believe in God, then we must live for Him. Allow this message to set the compass of your heart for 2026. Be blessed!

Sunday Morning, January 11, 2026, Series: Living the Life, Ephesians 5:14-21, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Sunday Morning, January 04, 2026, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22-23, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

General Series - Living for Jesus - Raphael Mukanya - (Sunday 28 December 2025) by Christ Church Midrand

Sunday Morning, November 30, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22 Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Thanks for tuning into this week's sermon at Fountain City Church. Join us in our very first service at the YMCA, D.A. Turner! This is the first installment of our Vision Series, in which Pastor Grant discusses three unchanging elements of who we are as a people.To learn more about us you can visit our website at www.fountaincity.orgFind us on socials at:www.facebook.com/fcccolumbuswww.instagram.com/fcccolumbus

Sunday Morning, November 23, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Romans 7:18-21, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Series: Living by Faith as the Church Title: A Proper Response Scriptures: 1 Samuel 13:8 - 14 and Romans 12:1 Date: 11.23.2025 Message By: Jorge Rivera

Sunday Morning, November 16, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Series: Living by Faith as the Church Title: What is the Church? Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18 Message by: David Adams 11.9.25

Sunday Morning, November 2, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Hebrews 10:32-36, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Sunday Morning, October 26, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Matthew 14:22-31, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Sunday Morning, October 19, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Sunday Morning, October 12, 2025, Series: Living the Life, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

Sunday Morning, October 5, 2025, Series: Living the Life, Galatians 5:22-23, Pastor Carlos Navarrete

This is Part 1 of our 4-part A Back to School Series on Live Vedanta. From navigating loneliness and evolving friendships to maintaining family connections from a distance, this conversation offers Vedantik tools for clarity and self-rootedness during young adulthood. Whether you're starting college or simply stepping into a new chapter, this episode reminds you that even through change, you can grow with intention and connection. In this episode, Sumanji sits down with Akshaya to explore what it means to live away from home while staying anchored within. Having grown up always hearing from his parents, “we want you to be happy, we want you to be independent,” Sumanji strove to do just that in all the ways society and the world had to offer. Leaving medical school in hopes of achieving more fulfillment through a career in IT, Sumanji found himself still wanting, wondering what it meant to be truly happy, truly independent. It was clear happiness was what everyone desired for themselves and each other, but it remained ever elusive. It was then that Sumanji went to his first Satsang in Pittsburgh, PA, and met Shri Vivek Gupta, who shared with him the knowledge of Advaita Vedanta. Convinced and compelled that he, too, could experience this for himself, Suman joined the two-year residential Vedanta course under the guidance of Pujya Swami Prakashananda at Chinmaya Mission's ashram in Trinidad & Tobago.Returning in 2018, Sumanji now lives in Providence, RI, where he works full-time as an Information Technology Manager. He serves Chinmaya Mission Niagara and Cleveland through various classes and study groups, traveling every opportunity he gets to share the message that gave his life meaning: that perpetual, independent joy is one's nature.Register to be a part of our Seeking Culture CommUnity for young adults.Edited by Dhruv Panicker.Follow Seeking Culture on Instagram

Join Charlie Taylor Jr. and LaQuita Lindsay as they dive into the realities of being single in 2025. From the challenges of dating apps to the importance of self-worth, this episode offers a candid look at modern dating. LaQuita shares her experiences and insights, encouraging listeners to find value in themselves beyond relationships.Chapters:[00:00:00] Introduction to LaQuita Lindsay Meet the vibrant guest and set the stage for a lively discussion.[00:02:15] Dating in 2025: A New Era. Explore the unique challenges and resilience required in today's dating scene.[00:10:45] Comparing Past and Present Reflect on how dating has evolved over the years.[00:18:30] The Role of Vulnerability Discuss the importance of stepping out of comfort zones to meet new people.[00:25:00] Dating Apps: Help or Hindrance? Delve into the pros and cons of using dating apps in the modern age.[00:35:20] Finding Self-Worth LaQuita emphasizes the importance of self-value and not defining oneself by relationship status.[00:45:10] Advice for the Hopeful Encouragement for those feeling discouraged in their dating journey.[00:55:00] Closing Thoughts Wrap up with final insights and an open invitation for future discussions.Stay Connected:Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submitit at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYYYHAomaJk-E2lB-tvQzU8epiejDmQ4ziFKHktjh8PRwYiQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Instagram: @rightstateofmindpodTikTok: @rightstateofmindpodTwitter: @RSOMPodcastFacebook: Right State of Mind PodcastThreads: rightstateofmindpod Host: Charlie Taylor Jr.