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Who was James?

February 5, 2021 By Krisan Marotta

There are 4 “James” in the New Testament and 2 of them are among the 12.

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James’ use of the Old Testament

October 29, 2020 By Krisan Marotta

The New Testament is our divinely inspired commentary on the Old Testament. When studying a passage, it’s often helpful to see how other biblical authors understood it. Here is James’ use of the Old Testament in his letter.

Filed Under: James, Quotations Tagged With: James, quotations

James Bible Study Resources

August 1, 2015 By Krisan Marotta

Study questions, maps, charts, key words, history, background, outlines, and links to help you study

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James 5: Spiritually weak or physically ill?

April 29, 2015 By Krisan Marotta

The Prayer of Faith

James 5:12-20 is one of the most controversial passages in the book. Are we praying for one who is physically ill or one whose faith is weak?

Filed Under: James, Passages Tagged With: faith, James, trials, weak

James: The Gospel in Shoe Leather

January 16, 2015 By Krisan Marotta

If I could sum up James, in one verse, it would be Luke 6:46: “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?” The central question of the book of James is: Are you living what you claim to believe?

Filed Under: New Testament, Series Tagged With: James, Series

New James Study

January 9, 2015 By Krisan Marotta

What’s better the second time around? Soup is always better the second day.  Some books and movies are better the second time since you can catch things you missed when you know what happens next.  Coffee with new friends is better when they are a bit less “new” and nervous.  And bible study. The second […]

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James: Faith & Works Eplained

June 15, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

James Study 2012

If I could sum up James, in one verse, it would be Luke 6:46: “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?” The central question of the book of James is are you living what you claim to believe.

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Prayer and rain: Does God answer prayer?

June 7, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

Does God answer prayer?

Why should I have confidence that God answers my prayers? According to James, I have confidence that my prayers will be answered because of who is answering my prayer, not because my prayer is perfect, powerful or articulate.

Filed Under: Theology, Topics Tagged With: Elijah, James, James 5, practical theology, prayer, rain

How to have patience in suffering

April 11, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

James Study 2012

In James 5:7-12, James begins concluding his letter with practical advice on how to get through the suffering of this life.

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12 James 5:12-20 Physically ill or spiritually weak?

March 28, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

In James 4:13-5:6, James warns against the arrogant use of time, talent and wealth. James makes a deeper point than “let’s hear ‘if the Lord wills’ more often.” Notice his emphasis on boasting in your arrogance and knowing the right thing and not doing it.

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11 James 5:1-11 Worldliness and Riches

March 21, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

In 4:11-12, James again confronts his readers with living what they believe. James warns not to judge others as if I have some moral superiority, when the gospel tells us we all need the same grace.

Filed Under: James, Passages Tagged With: James, speech, tongue

Questioning desire

March 16, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

Questioning desire

Desires play a key role in the life of faith. The question is how we handle our desires and whether we are willing to listen to what God says about them.

Filed Under: Theology, Topics Tagged With: ask and receive, desires, James

10 James 4:7-17 Draw Near to God

March 15, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

Fights and quarrels among believers are symptoms of a deeper problem of leaning on earthly wisdom rather than seeking God’s wisdom.

Filed Under: James, Passages Tagged With: grace, James, passons, quarrels, wisdom

09 James 3:13-4:6 The Cause of Strife

March 7, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

Operating with earthly wisdom comes easy and naturally to us. We have to seek God to gain godly wisdom. How, then, do we gain it?

Filed Under: James, Passages Tagged With: James, jealousy, meekness, wisdom

08 James 3:1-12 Warnings to Teachers

February 29, 2012 By Krisan Marotta

Since Bible teachers presume to explain the word of God to others, James warns them to seriously consider the responsibility before seeking the job.

Filed Under: Bible Study 201, James, Passages Tagged With: James, teachers, tongue, words

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