Faith in Action
James says pure religion is caring for ________ and ________ in their distress
Orphans and widows
"Be doers of the word, and not..."
"...hearers only"
In what chapter does James discuss favoritism?
Chp. 2
Your friend listens to sermons every week but never applies them. Which teaching from James fits this?
Be doers of the Word, not hearers only
Name the two kinds of wisdom James describes
Earthly wisdom and heavenly wisdom
According to James, faith without these is dead
Works (deeds)
"Count it all joy..."
"...when you fall into various trials"
In what chapter does James compare the tongue to a rudder and a fire?
Chp. 3
Someone constantly gossips but says they have a strong relationship with God. What would James say?
They need to control their tongue; their religion is worthless if they don't
Name three characteristics of heavenly wisdom
Pure, Peace-loving, Gentle, Open to reason, Full of mercy, Full of good fruits, Impartial, or Sincere
What small body part does James compare to a fire?
The tongue
"God opposes the proud..."
"...but gives grace to the humble"
In what chapter does James talk about friendship with the world being enmity with God?
Chp. 4
Someone is anxious about tomorrow because they've planned every detail without considering God. Which chapter addresses this?
James 4 ("If the Lord wills...")
List the three examples James uses to show how something small controls something big
Horse bit, ship rudder, and tongue/fire
James says heavenly wisdom is first
Pure
"Submit yourselves therefore to God..."
"...Resist the devil, and he will flee from you"
In what chapter does James condemn wealthy oppressors?
Chp. 5
A wealthy employer refuses to pay employees fairly. Which section of James speaks directly against this?
James 5:1-6
Name four major themes found throughout the book of James
Faith, Works, Wisdom, Trials, Prayer, Humility, Speech/tongue, Patience, Rich vs. poor, Obedience, and Dependence on God
James says the prayer of this type of person is powerful and effective
A righteous person
"You do not have because..."
"... you do not ask"
In what chapter does James encourage believers to ask God for wisdom?
Chp. 1
A believer notices a friend slowly drifting from Christ. According to James, what should they do?
Help bring them back because whoever turns a sinner from his way saves a soul from death and covers a multitude of sins
Without looking, summarize the entire message of James in one sentence
Genuine faith in Jesus is demonstrated by a life of humble obedience, wise speech, perseverance in trials, love for others, dependence on God, and actions that reflect what we believe