A STUDY OF THE LETTER OF JAMES (Part Four)
FAITH
James 2 (892); Hebrews 11 (889)
Introduction
A. Our study focuses on the topic of faith.
I. What faith is not
A. Faith isn’t just something we claim (KIV) or say (KJV/NKJV). James
2:14,18
B. Faith isn’t just expressing well wishes to people in need. James 2:15-16
C. Faith isn’t just something that we believe. James 2:19
D. Faith isn’t just believing in the existence of God. James 2:19
II. Faith is
A. Believing when we don’t see it. James 2:20-23; Hebrews 11:1; Genesis 22:
6-8, 13-14 (16)
B. Trusting God when we don’t understand. Hebrews 11:8 (889)
C. Confidence in God when we don’t receive an answer. Hebrews 11:39-40, 13,
17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 31
D. Persisting when we don’t feel like it. Hebrews 11:27
E. Backed by action. James 2:17, 20, 24, 26
Conclusion: Faith is available to everyone who has access to God’s word. Romans 10:17 (836)