Harvest Bible Chapel Ashburn

Sin is like a weed. If you don't dig out the root you have not really killed it. James 4:1-12 teaches us to get to the root of our sin. How? 1) ID the real problem, 2) See the root sin the way God sees it, 3) Respond with repentance, and 4) Pass the test.

We need wisdom when we make decisions that are not moral decisions of right or wrong. Wisdom helps us to find the best way for us. But did you know there is a wisdom of the world? James tells us there is a wisdom of the world. So how do we know we are operating on the wisdom from above? James 3:13-18 tells us.

James continues to press us on being doers and not just hearers of scripture. Our communication is extremely powerful. Are we using it to praise and to curse? To build and to tear down? Is Jesus Lord of your tongue?

James continues to hit the same nail with this passage. Earlier he called his readers to be doers and not just hearers of God's word. Here he wants his readers to know that real faith is shown by our obedience. What is God teaching you? Are you obeying?

Partiality: Making a value judgement about another person based on a non-biblical reason. OR How I feel about other people based on a criteria that is offensive to God.

After being very direct about being a doer and not just a hearer, James now takes us down some practical things we need to do. So will we obey? Let's get after obeying what God commands, church!

Our choice when faced with temptation reveals our faith. Will I go God's way or not? Do I believe God? Truth about sin and temptation: 1. God's way leads to happiness 2. Temptation is a test 3. God's way leads to great reward 4. Obeying God is loving God 5. God never tempts 6. Sinful desire comes from my heart 7. The evil way leads to death 8. The evil way is deceptive 9. Every good gift is from God 10. No expiration on truth 11. God is creator 12. God is redeemer

James 1:9-11 blows up the value of a big bank account. What should you do if your are poor? What should you do if your are rich?

What is your value to the local church? Do you play a role? The church isn't a building or a set of programs. But it also isn't the Apostle Paul or just a pastor. Colossians 4:7-18 gives us a glimpse into the inner workings of the local church. Each part matters a great deal. You matter a great deal.

God is giving us great opportunities for the gospel. Walk in wisdom so you don't miss the opportunities.

In Colossians 4:3-4 Paul calls his readers to pray for open doors for the gospel and for clarity in the communication. What a great thing for us to pray for in our homes! Music by bensound.com

In Colossians 4:2 Paul says our prayer should be three things: 1) Steadfast, 2) Watchful, and 3) with Thanksgiving. If your prayer life is not steadfast, watchful, and with thanksgiving, what does that say about what you REALLY believe about God?

Introduction of teaching for Intentional Community gatherings on February 16. We are looking at the household texts in Ephesians and Colossians.

Introduction of teaching for Intentional Community gatherings on February 16. We are looking at the household texts in Ephesians and Colossians.

Introduction of teaching for Intentional Community gatherings on February 9. We are looking at the household texts in Ephesians and Colossians.

When Christians think about the Great Commission they think about Matt 28:18-20. But there are actually five other passages where Jesus commissions us. When we examine each of these six passages we come away with a far more detailed and complete idea of our mission in this world. We find six very important ideas: Jesus is The Master Builder, Jesus is The Model, The Magnitude is significant, Jesus gives The Method, Jesus gives The Message, and the Holy Spirit provides The Means.