U6 L3 The Message: James Flashcards
What is the difference between Paul and James’ letters in terms of application?
P- presents theological basis for action before application
J- goes directly to application of divine truth to believer’s life
Count it joy when you meet ()
trouble
If you lack (), ask God
wisdom
Do not blame God for ()
temptation
Practice what you ()
preach
() or () is sin
partiality, prejudice
The () are rich in ()
poor, faith
() without () is dead
faith, works
The () is powerful
tongue
() is caused by () passions
Strife, evil
() is short
life
James states that what is limited?
- Man’s knowledge
- we cannot know what tomorrow will bring
In James 1:8, James states that a Doubled minded man is what?
- unstable in his ways
- wants things of heaven
- but does not let go of worldly attitudes
James tells us that, as Christians, our trials are not different from those of who?
Non-Christians
What does the word divers mean?
various, manifold
What aspects of a person does a Trial put to test?
faith and maturity
James does not mention any particular trial other than what?
general hardship
What does God allow trials to teach the believer?
patience
What is Patience defined as?
ability to wait without complaining
What are antonyms of patience?
irritation, nervousness, restlesness
Does a believer proclaim ‘I am going to be patient today’?
no
Where should patience come from?
- God’s Word in us
- daily submission to the Word and will of God
In which situations do Christians especially need patience?
facing temptation
What is a synonym for tempt?
entice, coming from old word meaning to catch fish with bait
Temptation itself is not a (), but temptation leads to ()
sin
Does God play a part in causing temptation?
no
What is responsible for temptation?
- Satan
- sometimes other individuals
- our desires (that are not controlled by God)
