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James Chapter One

// February 9th, 2010 // Bible Study, Mark's stuff

By Jesse Jenkins

Benchley, January 17, 2010

• In this chapter, James shows that pure religion is personal.  If I am saved, it is because I overcame temptation, it is because I overcame lust, etc.
• James 1:1-12
  • Temptation overcome works spiritual growth and blessing.  (James 1:2-4)
  • When tempted, do not try to make it alone; turn to God for help.  (James 1:5-8)
  • Blessed is the one, who in trust of the Lord, overcomes temptation.  (James 1:12)
• James 1:13-15
  • God cannot be tempted with evil, nor does He tempt any man with evil.  (James 1:13)
  • People do tempt, i.e., test God.  (Luke 20:23; Acts 5:9; Acts 15:10)
  • God does tempt, i.e., test people.  (Genesis 22:1)
  • But it is the devil, through lust, that tempts people with evil.  (James 1:14-15)
• James 1:17-18
  • Every good and every perfect gift is from God.  (James 1:17)
  • The greatest gift is to be begotten by God and be His.  (James 1:18)
• James 1:19-27
  • Self-control (James 1:19)
  • Purity (James 1:21)
  • Reception of truth (James 1:21)
  • Meekness (James 1:21)
  • Obedience (James 1:22-24)
  • Steadfastness (James 1:25)
  • Control tongue (James 1:26)
  • Compassion and care for the needy (James 1:27)