James Basics
Who wrote the book of James?
James / Jacob
What should we do when we face trials?
Consider it joy/ have joy because trials test our faith
What does James say about faith without works?
What body part does James speak about a lot?
the tongue
What does James say about showing favoritism?
We should NOT show favoritism
How many chapters are in James?
5
What should we ask God for when we lack it?
Wisdom
What famous person from the Old Testament does James use as an example of faith and works?
Abraham / Rahab
What does James say we should be quick to do?
listen
What does James tell us to do when we are in trouble?
Pray
Who was James' brother?
Jesus
What does James compare a person who doubts to?
a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by wind
What did Abraham do that demonstrated his faith?
He obeyed God and offered his son, Isaac
What does James say we should be slow to do?
speak
What should we do when we are happy?
Sing praise!
What kind of book is James?
New Testament letter/epistle
What does testing of faith produce?
Endurance/perseverance
What is the fruit/proof of genuine faith in Jesus?
Good works/ obedience
What does James compare the tongue do?
a small spark, a boat rudder, or a horse bridle
What does James say about our friendship with the world?
It makes us an enemy of God
What is one major theme of James?
living out faith, practical Christian living
will also accept: faith in action, controlling the tongue, no favoritism, humility, joy in trials, prayer
What does James compare someone to that is a "hearer" of the Word but not a "doer"?
They are like a man who looks in the mirror and immediately forgets what he looks like when he walks away
"Faith without ____ is dead."
Why is it important to control our words?
Our words have power and should be used to honor God
What does James say we should do when we know the right thing but don't do it?
It is sin