James 1:2 – God’s Purpose in Trials

Preached at Straightway Bible Church on February 11th, 2013.  Below you will find the study notes I handed out. I had been in bed ill for a couple of days so forgive the sniffles and scratchy voice.  Trouble and trials are a way of life for the Believer but God uses...

The Tests & Evidences of Genuine Salvation – James 1:2

Preached at Straightway Bible Church on January 27th, 2013.  Below you will find the study notes I handed out. There are some characteristics about our life that must be true if we are Christians, but don’t PROVE we are Christians. There are other aspects of our...

Endurance Equals Security – James 1:2

Preached at Straightway Bible Church on January 13th, 2013.  Below you will find the study notes I handed out. Everyone suffers and endures hard times. For Christians, we have joy when we endure trouble because it authenticates our faith, strengthens us and gives us...

Why Do Some People Die Peacefully and Others Horribly?

A reader asks: What does the bible say about the way we die? Or what’s your opinion? Some people die peacefully and other so horrifically. Why? My answer: The Bible really doesn’t address the “way” we die but it does address that: We all die...