James

James, the half-brother of Jesus, wasn’t one of Jesus’s twelve disciples. But as the Church grew after Jesus’s death and resurrection, he became one of the pillars of the Church. There's a lot we can learn from James about living out our faith in this Bible Reading Plan!

James: Model of an Authentic Christian Life

The Book of James is a practical guide for Christian living, emphasizing faith in action. It addresses perseverance in trials, wisdom, the power of prayer, and good works as evidence of faith. James warns about the importance of taming the tongue, urging believers to control their speech. With straightforward teachings, it encourages authentic living, demonstrating faith through righteous deeds and a consistent, godly lifestyle.

Ever noticed that sometimes when people talk about faith, it feels ambiguous, confusing, or pie-in-the-sky?
 
If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re going to fall in love with James. This is theology expressed in the most practical terms. The writing overflows with doable and down-to-earth teachings on following Jesus.
 
Discover how what you do matters through this five-day, thought-changing devotion from Margaret Feinberg.

James: What You Do Matters

This plan will explore what the letter of James teaches us about growing into maturity in four major areas.
1) WHO GOD IS: God’s character and nature
2) WHO WE ARE: the identity of humanity and/or believers
3) WHAT WE BELIEVE: core Christian doctrines
4) HOW WE LIVE: putting faith into action

KNOW James

Without wisdom, every pastor and leader is susceptible to isolation, discouragement, insecurity, and burnout… but that doesn’t have to be your story! This Bible Plan is for pastors, ministers, and church leaders who want to lead faithfully for the long haul, and reflect Christ’s character in their leadership. Read through James with Bible teacher, coach, and author Nicole Smithee to receive God’s wisdom for the unique leadership challenges you are facing.

James: Wisdom to Lead: A 5-Day Reading Plan With Nicole Smithee

Throughout church history, this book has been controversial, mainly due to the debate over faith vs. works. However, a deep dig into this book will yield much treasure for living the Christian life. This week, let’s explore it together.  

Life According to James

This reading plan is part of a series that will take you through the entire New Testament in a year. Each month's plan covers a specific book or books. October focuses on 1 Peter, James, Jude, and 1 Corinthians. The plan is designed to be used with a small group of friends. Read the daily passage first, reflect on one or all of the questions, and try the engagement practice.


New Testament in a Year: October

The book of James reads like a series of Post-it notes written by a pastor friend—daily nuggets of advice and information to revisit time and again. God wants to build your character—by following Christ's example and serving others. This 8-day series written by Bill Rumbaugh takes you through James, where you can find encouragement in living your Christian life.

James: Advice for the Christian Life

Most of my family and friends love to receive gifts. Christmas, Easter, birthdays and anniversaries are excuses for my wife and me to give gifts, hugs and words of affirmation. I believe we were designed by God to give and receive gifts. It’s normal and divine. In this reading plan, writer Paul Marc Goulet shares about this topic and what gifts God give us.

James

James: Model of an Authentic Christian Life

James

James: What You Do Matters

KNOW James

James: Wisdom to Lead: A 5-Day Reading Plan With Nicole Smithee

Life According to James

New Testament in a Year: October

James: Advice for the Christian Life

Unwrapping the Gifts From God