
Back at the end of chapter 1 James presented three tests of true faith: care for the poor, control of the tongue and keeping oneself from being polluted by the world. We have looked in detail at the first two tests in chapters 2 & 3.
We now turn our attention to the third test as we look at what happens when we allow the wisdom of the world to pollute our lives.
Opening:
As we come to worship we join in the words of 'Only A Holy God'.
Message Points:
- The Source of Conflict
- The Consequences of Conflict
- The Solution to Conflict
Questions For Application:
- Consider a conflict you have been involved in. What did it reveal about your heart? How did it affect your prayers?
- Are there any areas of your life where there is evidence that you are choosing to be a friend of the world? Can you see how this conflicts with friendship towards God? Take time to repent of this now.
- Think upon the great truth of verse 6, "He gives us more grace." Why is that truth particularly precious to you today?
Closing:
As we conclude let’s use the song 'Lord Reign In Me'.