The book of James is a survival guide for following Jesus in a world that often pushes the other way. James, the half-brother of Jesus, once a skeptic, became a bold leader after meeting the risen Christ. His letter is raw, practical, and direct— calling us out of comfort and into a faith that actually works. Over 8 weeks, we’ll journey through the book of James to learn how to face trials, obey God’s Word, speak with wisdom, live with humility, and pray with power. It’s a call into the wild— faith that works in a world that doesn’t.
Answering the Call : James 1:1–18 (Sept. 7, 2025, 3:26 p.m. )
God doesn’t waste your trials—He uses them to prepare you for the wild journey of faith. James introduces himself as a servant of Jesus—the brother who once doubted but now leads with bold faith. He calls scattered believers to see trials not as setbacks but as opportunities for growth, producing perseverance and maturity. Faith isn’t tame; it thrives in adversity.