Dare to Believe
The book of James is one of the most practical books in the BIble. It is full of instructional wisdom on how to live a Godly life and how to grow.
If you're a Jesus-follower, don't you want to live for Him and grow your faith and spiritual life in a consistent way?
The book of James has been called the "Proverbs of the New Testament" because of its focus on wisdom, guidelines and daily principles that will enhance your life of faith in Jesus.
Through this five-week study, you will discover the five P's of growing in Christ:
A growing and mature believer is patient in trials, practices the truth, has power over her tongue, is a peacemaker, and prays through all troubles.
You will benefit from this five-week journey through James as you begin each day with the prayer starter provided, and complete the verse-by-verse study each day, culminating with Biblical confessions at the end of each chapter.
What’s Included In Your Bible Study.
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Bible Study Book
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Video Session Listening Guides
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Video Sessions Available on YouTube
Video Sessions
Session 1
In "Dare to Believe - Week One: The Beginning," the session emphasizes the importance of faith, which is valued by God more than gold, and highlights the powerful legacy of Christian leaders like Billy Graham who prioritized God's Word in their lives. It outlines characteristics of a maturing believer, such as standing firm in trials, embracing truth, and controlling their tongue. The study also presents four essentials for spiritual growth, including being born again, honestly evaluating one's life with God's Word, applying His teachings, and remaining vigilant against opposition.
Session 2
In "Dare to Believe - Session Two: Expect the Unexpected" focuses on finding joy in trials, as instructed in James 1:2. It outlines four imperatives from James, emphasizing the importance of counting trials as joy, knowing their purpose, letting perseverance complete its work, and asking God for wisdom. The session highlights that trials work for us, patience is key to blessings, and our response to God's Word is crucial for spiritual growth.
Session 3
The "Dare to Believe - Week Three: How We Practice the Word" session focuses on applying God's Word by how we treat others and live out our faith. James 2 is broken down into understanding how we view people and actively demonstrating our faith. The session emphasizes that our behavior towards others reflects our beliefs about God, highlighting the importance of love, grace, and mercy in our relationships, and stresses the significance of living unoffended and obediently practicing true saving faith.
Session 4
The "Dare to Believe - Week Four: The Tongue and the Heart" session emphasizes the importance of spiritual maturity as outlined in the book of James. It focuses on being swift to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, highlighting how our words have the power to direct, destroy, and bless. The session underscores the connection between our words and our hearts, the significance of godly wisdom, and the necessity of daily surrendering our tongues and hearts to God.
Session 5
The "Dare to Believe - Week Five: A Grace Sandwich in James 4" session highlights the richness of God's grace and the importance of living out spiritual maturity. It emphasizes the need for harmony among believers, watching our words and attitudes, and understanding the root causes of conflicts. Key points include the transformative power of God's Word, the dangers of selfishness and rebellion, and the significance of humility, dependence on God, and measuring life in light of eternity.
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The "Dare to Believe - Week Six: Doers of the Word through giving and praying" session emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith genuinely, as addressed by James. It tackles issues like the misuse of the tongue, internal conflicts, and the insatiable desire for wealth, urging believers to be doers of the Word through practical actions such as giving and praying. The session also highlights the significance of patience, praise, and fostering deep intimacy with God as essential aspects of spiritual growth.
Session 7
In the session "DARE to BELIEVE: Establishing Our Hearts," participants are encouraged to spend a half-day in focused prayer, utilizing strategies such as finding a distraction-free environment, using a variety of prayer approaches, and making a worry list to stay engaged and alert. The session also introduces the Gratitude Challenge, urging individuals to daily note three things they are grateful for to enhance their overall well-being and spiritual perspective. Finally, wisdom from Amy Carmichael and a Bible passage from Matthew 6:6 emphasize the importance of small, consistent steps and private, sincere prayer in achieving spiritual growth.