#James bible study book faith works trial

He indicates that those who judge others will be judged (James 2:12-13). James warns against slandering or judging others (James 3:9 4:11 5:9). Why then should we even try to tame the tongue? He appears to be expressing his own frustration with wanting to say the right things but knowing that no-one (including himself) can tame the tongue (James 3:8).

James is pretty realistic about the challenge of controlling the tongue. How would you describe the process of temptation to others? How does this understanding then help us deal with temptation? James warns us not to see temptation as coming from God (James 1:13-15).

What might you say or do to help others facing trials? How might you pray for yourself or someone else who is facing a time of trial? ‘Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial’ (James 1:12).

#James bible study book faith works trial

Pure joy? Trials of many kinds? What are the kinds of trials or suffering that most common in your life and in the lives of your friends? What are the advantages of enduring trials? Why does perseverance matter for a Christian (1:4)?Ĭan you describe a time when you have deliberately chosen to see a trial you have faced as an opportunity for growth? What did you learn through the process? What can you learn about God through a time of trial? James begins his book with a surprising command: ‘Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds’ (James 1:3).

What are your initial impressions about the book of James? What words would you use to describe the book? What stood out to you as one of the most important instructions in the book of James?