Our final session in John 11-12, focusing on Jesus final words of his public ministry. Teacher: Justin P. Sivleyעל ידי Orangeburg church of Christ

James encourages his readers to “speak and act as those who will be judged by the Law of liberty.” Much of what James says in his letter centers around what we say and do, and it all centers on the commandments of our Lord. Though we are set free in Christ, we are set free in order to serve in love and faithfulness. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley…

The Day of the Lord is near. We are not trying to say that we know the day of the Lord’s return, but we know that it is coming. And knowing that our time on this earth is short, we must make sure we are ready for whenever that day does come. Speaker: Justin P. Sivleyעל ידי Orangeburg church of Christ

James harbors no delusions about the relationship between faith and works. One who says that they have faith, but does not show that faith through their works does not have an active, saving faith. One way of showing such faith is through kindness to others, but also extends in general into how we live every day. Teacher: Matt Burleson…

As the Passover approaches, Jesus returns to Bethany where he is received by Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and others. The next day he rides into Jerusalem on a donkey, in accordance with prophecy, as the Prince of Peace. Much excitement centers around his coming, except for the Pharisees who are distressed by his popularity. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley…

The book of James is very practical, and perhaps the entire book could be summarized by the phrase, “pure religion.” But in this lesson we focus on a small, but important section of the book that details three aspects of pure religion: Hearing AND Doing, Minding Our Tongues, and Loving God and Others. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley…

What do I do now? How is this part of God’s plan? It’s not suppose to be this way. These are common questions when we are going through periods of trial, and we do not understand. But God assures us that he is always working, even if he is doing something that we don’t understand. But we can rest knowing he is working, keep walking by faith, and ke…

We live in a world where it is not uncommon for people to show favoritism. James speaks to that in the second chapter of his short letter, and warns that it should not be that way with Christians. To show favoritism is a violation of the law, and it is an affront to the very nature of God, who shows no partiality Himself. Teacher: Allen Hutchison…

In the aftermath of the raising of Lazarus, many believe in Jesus, but some run off and tell the Pharisees what has happened, setting in motion a plan that will lead to the cross. Meanwhile, Jesus withdraws for a period of time before returning to Bethany just before the Passover. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley…

Most people don’t like being tested, but it is a reality that we must face. Temptation is a test of our faith in God, and James reveals to us how that temptation manifests. But we have assurance from God’s inspired word that when we endure the test, we will be blessed. Speaker: Justin P. Sivleyעל ידי Orangeburg church of Christ