People of Faith Walk in Wisdom from Above
Big Truth:
People of Faith Walk in Wisdom from Above
Colossians 3:2; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 2:7, 14-16
Bible Verse:
Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth.
James 3:13-14
Big Ideas:
- Wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, and gentle.
- Wisdom from above is reasonable, merciful, and truthful.
- Wisdom from above is impartial and sincere.
Bible Passage:
James 3:13-18Influence:
FOCUS: Living for Jesus
SERIES: James
This series walks through the book of James, looking at what faith is and how faith is lived out and expressed through the life of a Jesus follower that is distinct from the world.
Every student should know:
- God is a God of compassion and mercy.
- We are prone to self-deception.
- If our faith does not have works, it is dead.
Every student should strive to:
- Read the entire book of James.
- Memorize the Bible verse each week.
- Reject and repent of faith without works.
Every student should feel:
- Joy, even in trials, because of God’s goodness.
- Thankful for every good and perfect gift from the Father.
- Responsible to use their influence for Jesus alone.
Every student should want:
- To grow in their understanding of biblical faith.
- To practice religion based on what Scripture says, not the world, culture, or our feelings.
- To know and generously show mercy.
