James 1:13-17
Today we are reading James 1.
As we read, these verses stood out to me:
James 1:13-17 - Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am being tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone. 14 But each one is tempted when he is carried away and enticed by his own lust. 15 Then when lust has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and when sin is accomplished, it brings forth death. 16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren. 17 Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.
Please, take some time to Share Your Thoughts With Us as they relate to this passage.
You can share anything that is on your heart but, if you don't know where to start, try reading these verses and answering one or more of the following "Honest Questions"
Honest Questions
1. When you think about the book of James what are some things that come to mind?
2. Compare James 1:1-4 with Romans 5:1-5. As you stop and think about these words and their implications how does it impact your faith?
3. When you think about receiving wisdom from God what comes to mind and can you tell us about a time when you asked God for wisdom? What happened?
4. Being forgetful has served me well. Sometimes I even say that forgetfulness one of my favorite spiritual gifts. Unfortunately, sometimes my ability to forget looks a lot more like double-mindedness than holiness. Do these words about being double-minded encourage or discourage you? Why?
5. For me, following Christ has been a metamorphosis of sorts. I have gone from being an invertebrate to someone with a little bit of a backbone. In what ways has following Christ increased "stability" in your life or relationships?
6. When you think of having an accountability group or partner do you think of that group as helping to manage temptation/sin or as something that is helping you fulfill your purpose? In other words in accountability more about who you don't want to be or who you want to be?
7. What is more important, what you have or what you want? Do you live that way? If so, what helps you to exercise restraint?
8. I love James 1:17. It is especially great when you look at it in this context. We may want a lot of things but we can trust that every good and perfect gift comes from our Heavenly Father. What are some things or relationships you can be thankful for?
9. What was your favorite verse in James 1 and why?
10. Do you have any specific questions or prayer requests after reading James 1?
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