James 1

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The Struggles Are Real, But They Are There To Help You Grow Stronger

James 1:2-4 NLTDear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing […]

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Spiritual Growth is Only Possible Through Surrender During Your Troubles

James 1:2-4 NLTDear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing […]

'However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. ' 1 Peter 4:16

How You Live Speaks So Loudly, We Can’t Hear What You Say

1 Peter 2:12 NLTBe careful to live properly among your unbelieving neighbors. Then even if they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your honorable behavior, and they will give honor to God when he judges the world. There is no greater witness to our unbelieving neighbors than a life lived in God’s will […]

'God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. ' James 1:12

Sick and Tired of Your Troubles? Believe it or Not, They Provide an Opportunity for Great Joy

James 1:2-4 NLTDear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing […]

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If You Want to Speak with Authority, Here’s How

1 Peter 1:13-15 NLTSo prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. […]