listening for change james 1:22-27. we’re not really listening… …if we’re not really...
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Listening for ChangeJames 1:22-27
We’re not really listening… …if we’re not really changing.
Gospel and Transformation
God… has saved is saving
will saveJesus’ 1st Spirit + Jesus’WORLD Coming Church Return
ME (Conversion) (Now)(Resurrection)
Gospel and Transformation James’ test of true religion: Are
you…◦…Bridling your tongue?◦…Caring for most vulnerable?◦…Noticeably different from world?
How has God been making you more like Jesus in the last…◦10 years◦1 year◦1 month?
The Scriptures and Transformation
The Scriptures and Transformation
God BibleImage
of Christ
Culture
Family
etc.
Media
School
etc.
???
ResultSource of Change
Instrument of Change
The Scriptures and Transformation James’ test of true religion
◦…Bridling your tongue? The words of the reckless pierce like
swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing (Proverbs 12:18)
◦…Caring for most vulnerable? Do not take advantage of the widow or
fatherless (Exodus 22:22)◦…Noticeably different from world?
Be holy, for I, Yahweh your God, am holy (Leviticus 19:2)
The Scriptures and Transformation Approaching the Bible as an
instrument of transformation (Crawford Loritts)◦“Don't ever dare to stand in front of a group of people with a Bible in your hand and not expect change. We must have a holy confidence—confidence in God and his Word, confidence that God is going to change lives whenever we speak from his Book.”
The Scriptures and Transformation Approaching the Bible as an
instrument of transformation (Crawford Loritts)◦“Remember that the goal of all ministry is transformation. It's not about being liked. It's not about being accepted. God's ultimate goal is to change lives.”
The Scriptures and Transformation Approaching the Bible as an
instrument of transformation (Pastor Jon)◦Remember this is not about self-improvement, but allowing God to transform you as the Spirit lives the life of Jesus in you.
Practical Tips “SO WHAT?!”
◦What did it mean?◦What does it mean for me generally?
◦What does it mean for me specifically?
JOURNAL◦Prayerfully ask God to help you answer, “So what?”
◦Brainstorm list of applicationsDISCUSS
We’re not really listening… …if we’re not really changing.