Consider it pure joy kent hughes march 18, 1990 james 1. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, james 1. The letter of james has been my favorite book of the bible for many years because of all the practical wisdom it packs into just a few chapters. Many scholars believe that it was written specifically to jewish christians that had scattered after stephans death. In james chapter 1 verse 2 we are told to consider it pure joy when we are surrounded by temptations. Why james really counts trials as pure joy unlocking the bible.
How is it possible to consider it joy when youve lost someone you love, or youve just been told that cancer is destroying your body. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. Consider pure joy consider it pure joy, my brothers and. Meeting trials sinclair ferguson january 1, 2000 james 1. Nov 16, 2016 consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Why james really counts trials as pure joy unlocking the. Consider it pure joy when everything is going wrong. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, new living translation dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any. This book contains a remarkable parallel to jesus sermon. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces.
You want the group to consider it pure joy when they go through trials by. Consider it joy pastor joel 4162020 fowler community church. James says that we should, count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness james 1. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. The book of james outlines the faith walk through genuine religion 1. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith. Free reading plans and devotionals related to james 1. Explore the riches of our extensive library, including the best audio, video and text resources from the gospel coalition and select partners. Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. Tgc resource library free online resources from the gospel coalition. The book of james gives us insight into what it means to live a godly life. Happiness is a subjective state, whereas james is instructing us to make a more objective judgment when he says consider it pure joy. How is it possible to consider it joy when youve lost someone you love, or youve just. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
James mentions that we can often lack wisdom in trials. The joy that the world offers is a pale imitation of the true. A scripture illustration of the bible verse james 1. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. James isnt meaning happiness, because happiness would be a weak term to use in place of joy. James writes to consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds. But instead of feeling sorry for the early church, james tells them in verse 2 to consider it pure joy when they face trials of many kinds. Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, james 1. Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face. New international version 1 james, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations. Join us this sunday morning 41920 for worship as we begin a journey into the book of james. In james chapter 1 we are given instruction on how to deal with difficulties. Again, we read of the inspired determination of the apostle paul as he faced incredible hardships, even if i am to be poured out as a drink offering upon. What are two other ways he addresses them here in james chapter 1. James, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ, to the twelve tribes in the dispersion. Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James wrote this verse as part of a letter to be sent to christians living in his day who had been scattered under persecution see acts 8 for some history. James 1 james, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations. One is a term of affection and the other is a vision of what they should become. Without warming up or giving comforting introductory words, james immediately launches into the foundation of his letter. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, james 1. Other authors, such as paul, often open their letters with gradual introductions.
It was a scary and uncertain time for the believers of the early church. Verse 2 tells us to consider it pure joy,whenever you face trials of many kinds. And, that, my brothers and sisters, is why we consider trials an absolute joy. Apr 19, 2020 join us this sunday morning 41920 for worship as we begin a journey into the book of james. Jam christian bible study resources, dictionary, concordance and search tools. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. T he word joy is defined by merriamwebster as, the emotion evoked by wellbeing, success, or good fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desiresthe expression or exhibition of such emotiona state of happiness let us look at the biblical understanding of joy. James, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations. Consider it pure joy alistair begg january 1, 2000 james 1.
Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may. My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations. Invite all of your friends, family and loved ones to worship with you on sunday for worship at 10. Jul 14, 2015 consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Happiness is a subjective state, whereas james is instructing us to make a more objective judgment when he says consider it. James, a servant of god and of the lord jesus christ. If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.