James

Examine the book of James in three parts: the test of faith, the characteristics of faith, and the triumph of faith. Faith without works cannot be called faith. Faith without works is dead, and a dead faith is worse than no faith at all. Faith must be there, but it must be more. It must inspire action. Throughout his epistle to Jewish believers, James integrates true faith and everyday practical experience by stressing that true faith must manifest itself in works of faith. 

Tests And Triumphs Of Faith: James

This 5-Day plan is taken from my book "James Scripture Journey: A 40-Day Bible Study on the Book of James." 
James, the half-brother of Jesus, pulls no punches. He wants you to have a faith that grows, a faith that is grounded, and a faith lived out. 

NOTE: This plan is like looking at "scenes" from the "movie" that is James. To get the most out of this plan, I recommend reading or listening to the whole book (about 15 minutes) so you can get a better grasp on the whole movie as you study the scenes! 

Faith Developed and Lived Out: James 1 in Action

Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this powerful, life-transforming devotional. Submit your ways to God. Submit your gifts, talents and abilities to God. Submit your heart to Him. Submit your life to God. Submit every area of your life over to God. Submit to His Plan. Submit to His Purpose. Pursue Christ and He will lead and establish your path.

Submit To God

The "Experiencing God in James Bible Study" aims to guide readers through meditative reflections that challenge us to truly look for God in the Scripture. These reflections in turn help us experience God in our day-to-day lives, deepening our relationship with both God and His Word!

Experiencing God in James

In this 4-week Love God Greatly study, take a deeper look into God’s wisdom when it comes to suffering, the power of prayer, the importance of controlling the tongue, and the danger of wealth. James challenges us to not only talk the talk, but walk the walk; to live out our faith in a bold pursuit of holiness. But because not one of us is perfect, the proper way to read James is through the lens of the gospel.

Love God Greatly James

Someone once said, " The tongue has no bones, but is strong enough to break a heart. So be careful with your words."  How true. If even James, the half brother of Jesus, affirmed this truth in his letter some 2000 years ago to Jewish believers dispersed in the face of difficulties, it's time we recognize the power of the tongue.

Watching The Tongue 

Journey through the 28 days of Advent by exploring every good gift that God has given through Scripture and stories from around the world. Walk through the themes of a good life, the good news, good deeds and good gifts found in the book of James.

Every Good Gift: A 28-Day Advent Devotional

In the book of James, we're told that the testing of our faith will result in perseverance, bringing us to a point where we "lack nothing." But how can we really treat our trials with a spirit of "pure joy"? In this 7-day plan, readers will embark on a journey encouraging them to witness the profound transformation that unfolds when we embrace Christ's power amidst our hardship.

Pure Joy: 7 Devotions in the Book of James

How do we keep our faith alive and active? How do we prevent it from the death James talks about? It begins with understanding how not just faith and works fit together – but how our expectations and actions come together to create the life God has called us to. Discover the powerful formula James lays out for us and begin activating your faith today!