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The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 34 discusses the book of Luke.

Who knows what tomorrow will bring, or if it will even come for us? Rather than trying to make decisions in our own power, James urges us to seek the wisdom of God, the power of His Word, and the understanding of the One who made us, so that we may make decisions that are in step with Him!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 33 surveys the gospel of Mark.

James warns believers to shun patterns of fighting and quarreling, which lead only to destruction of the individual and the body of Christ. He calls us instead to a way of life that gives God glory and brings strength and joy to each of us!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 32 introduces the New Testament with the book of Matthew.

Wisdom is not the same as intelligence. It is quite possible to have a high IQ and still live foolishly. James tells us where to seek genuine wisdom: through awe of God, the Cross of Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, and prayer.

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 31 explores the books of I and II Chronicles.

Slander; common gossip; harsh, destructive criticism -- who can control the sins of the tongue? Only God. James urges us to rely on God's supernatural strength to change our hearts, ways... and tongues.

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 30 delves into Ezra and Nehemiah.

How can we prepare for the unexpected? By preparing for what *is* expected -- namely, the victorious return of Jesus Christ to restore all that Satan has torn apart!

True faith shows itself in obedience, even when it is difficult. James urges believers in all situations to recommit to the Living God and to follow where He leads!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 29 unsheathes the prophetic book of Daniel.

The world urges us to be politically correct, but God tells us to be spiritually correct -- even at the cost of persecution.

James makes it clear that God does not "play favorites" among His people, but that we are all dependent on His mercy and grace!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 28 takes a look at the books of Ecclesiastes and Esther.

Are you prepared to answer the following questions? Why are you hope-full? Who is your Lord? Where is your strength? And can you answer these questions with gentleness and respect?

To believers in every age, but especially to those under attack for their faith, James says: Don't just look at the Word of God - do what it says!

The series "Unsheathing the Sword" is an in-depth, book-by-book journey through the entire Bible. Study materials for the course can be found on the "Bible Studies" page of our website (AwakeUsNow.com). Week 27 inspects both Song of Songs and Lamentations.

For many of us, preparing for future disasters and crises does nothing but engender panic. Learn what God provides instead!

How do we receive the trials and attacks that come when our faith is pitted against the surrounding culture? James encourages us not to despair but to count it as joy, because those trials test and strengthen our faith so that we may persevere and become more and more mature.