Indian Creek Sermons (from Village Bible Church)

James gives us a warning about worldliness by reminding us about... 1.  The symptoms that surface.     James says these include...       ●  Unresolved problems       ●  Uncontrolled passions       ●  Unanswered prayers 2.  The slide that has set...

1.  What is wisdom?       ●  More than what you know       ●  Seen in what you do 2.  Worldly wisdom       ●  Seeks after itself       ●  Leads to chaos 3.  Godly wisdom       ●  Sets a higher standard       ●  Leads to peace

1.  The tongue is powerful.       ●  The tongue controls the entire body.       ●  The tongue navigates our direction.       ●  The tongue pilots our lives in and out of the storms.       ●  The tongue blazes the trail when it is unleashed. 2.  The...

We need to investigate our faith to see if it is... 1.  A dead faith.     This is shown when...        ●  Someone is all words...        ●  And no works. 2.  A demonic-like faith.     Even a foolish demon...        ●  Believes in God...        ●...

1.  There are principles to remember.       ●  Show no favoritism to other people.       ●  Show considerable favoritism toward Christ. 2.  There is a problem to remedy.       ●  We honor the man with splendid dress.       ●  We dishonor the man with...

1.  What you say -- control your tongue (v. 26) 2.  What you do -- care for the oppressed (v. 27a) 3.  Who you are -- reject all corruption (v. 27b)

James wants his readers to... 1.  Listen up, so that his fellow believers can...       ●  Be quick to hear       ●  Be slow to speak       ●  Be slow to anger 2.  Not only listen, but to receive the Word     Each of us should...       ●  Lay aside...

1.  We must differentiate the subject matter | 1:13       ●  Trials       ●  Temptations 2.  We must distinguish the source | 1:13-14       ●  Who it is not       ●  Who it is       ●  The problem 3.  We must define the stages | 1:15       ●...

James says this disaster plan has three steps: Step one: RememberWe must remember that trials have impacted...   ●  The faithful in the Old Testament   ●  The followers of Christ in the New Testament   ●  The Father's Son   ●  Our family and...

The Book of James was... 1.  Written by a humble servant of God       ●  The author was the half-brother of Jesus       ●  The writer was not a believer in the Messiah until after             the resurrection       ●  The composer of this Epistle was...

This "series finale" involves... 1.  A lesson in forgiveness.       ●  Forgiveness is necessary because our sin is severe.       ●  Forgiveness isn't brought about by schemes.       ●  Forgiveness is a gift given to change our...

1.  Throughout life, parents have issues (the life of Jacob), yet God uses them       (Genesis 25–47:28). 2.  In later years, preparations and practical issues are discussed (Genesis 47:29–31). 3.  At the end of life, God's people need to focus...

Our text shows us that God-centered living involves... 1.  Seeking His direction at every crossroad.     We seek direction because...       ●  Emotions have a proper place       ●  We need permission       ●  God has a plan 2.  Stopping our desire...

The text of Genesis 45... 1.  Records the scene in Egypt.     In this part of the story we see...       ●  Joseph examines his brothers' hearts       ●  Joseph's emotions overwhelm him       ●  Joseph exposes his true identity       ●...

1.  The journey to restoration begins with...       ● A crisis in your life       ●  The caving of walls 2.  Life change begins when...       ●  You recognize grace is being shown | 18-20       ●  You remember your specific sins | 21-22       ●  You...

1.  The story that takes your breath away     Moses explains...       ●  The problem       ●  The plan       ●  The providence of God       ●  The proposal       ●  The promotion       ●  The program       ●  The profession       ●  The provision 2...

1.  Action!       ●  Joseph was faithful       ●  Joseph was active       ●  Joseph did what he could 2.  Abandoned!       ●  Forgotten by the one he helped       ●  Left to rot       ●  Shut off from God 3.  Answers       ●  Not yet doesn't...

●  Expect poor treatment from others. ●  Enjoy the presence of the Triune God. ●  Execute responsibly, in the place where God has you, your God-given tasks. ●  Exercise with pleasure your God-given talents and gifts. ●  Enhance your prospects...

God is with us... 1.  Through our trials in life.     God will comfort His faithful...     A. When they are heartbroken     B.  During times of humiliation     C.  While their hands are handcuffed 2.  During our triumphs along the way.   ...

Joseph found himself... 1.  Being sent out by his father     Joseph demonstrated...       ●  Obedience to his father       ●  Organization in his preparation       ●  Obstinance in finding his brothers 2.  Being put in a sad situation     This...