Genuine Faith Obeys the Word
James 1:19-25
The ______________is our __________________________________.
Things that need to move out:
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________________, which refers to our sinful ____________________.
Something that needs to move in: _______________________________.
Questions: Is the word of God being “implanted” in you? Would you consider your heart “fertile soil” for the word of God? Is it taking root, growing and developing within you?
Five things we should do with the Word of God:
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Three results of pursuing God’s word in our lives:
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____________________________ John 8:31-32
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Connection Group Questions
TAKE A FEW MINUTES AT THE START TO ASK WHO HAS INVITED PEOPLE TO THE UPCOMING EVENT. PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN INVITED.
Read James 1:19-25
Verse 21
With what attitude are we supposed to receive the Word of God?
Why do you think this attitude important?
Verses 22-25
In what way does James warn us not to be deceived?
How do you see Scripture as being like a mirror? What does it show us about ourselves?
What have been your impressions of people who claim to know Jesus yet do not live according to His word? How do you think others view us when we do that?
Verse 25
Many people view God’s word as something that takes away our freedom. James says it is the perfect law that GIVES freedom. How do you tend to see it? In what ways have you experienced ‘freedom’ as a result of obeying God’s word?
Read Psalm 19:7-11 and note list each of the ways the law sets us free.
Verse 25
How does it make logical sense that the one who hears and does will be blessed in what he does?
Share a time when you experienced God’s blessings as a result of obeying His word?
Look up the following verses and note how they reinforce what James says about God’s law:
Psalm 1:1-2
Luke 11:27-28
What aspect of God’s character has this week’s passage of James shown you more clearly?
What one step can you take this week to better live in light of this truth?
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