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The Book of James Study – Week Three | CLUB 119

CLUB 119· FAITH

11 Oct

Hello Friends! We’re at week 3! Let’s get started šŸ™‚

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  • Your 5 takeaways from your reading of the text.

WEEK THREE STUDY & APPLICATION Q’S

James 2:1-7

STUDY QUESTIONS

1. Read the following verses –

• Deuteronomy 10:17

• Matthew 22:16

• Deuteronomy 1:17

How do these verses echo James 2:1 in regards to God’s attitude towards partiality?

2. Read Matthew 7:1, 2. In your own words, describe what Jesus means in His statement about judgement.

3. James says that to show favoritism is to become ā€œjudges with evil thoughtsā€ 2:4 (NKJV). Read Proverbs 24:23 & John 7:24. These verses suggest that there are times to judge. What kind of judgement do you think is meant in these verses?

4. James talks about judging a person’s appearance. List at least 3 assumptions that we make about wealthy people. List at least 3 assumptions that we make about poor people. Now list 5 reasons why those assumptions could be faulty, harmful, or selfish.

5. Why does our treatment of one another matter so much to God?

6. In your own words, describe the difference between righteous and unrighteous judgement.

7. Why is it wrong to think that wealth is a sign of God’s approval and poverty a sign of His displeasure?

8. Read Luke 10:25-37. In light of what James says about showing favoritism, what is significant about the priest’s and Levite’s treatment of the man who was beaten verses the Samaritan’s

treatment of him?

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

1. Have you ever disregarded someone based solely on things like looks, race, abilities, economic status or education?

2. Have you ever been disregarded for any of these reasons? How did that make you feel?

3. List 3 ways that you have shown partiality. Be honest.

4. Do you see favoritism in your local church? If so, what are some ways that you can help change the culture of your congregation?

5. Make a list of 10 practical ways you can love your neighbor.

 

James 2:8-13

STUDY QUESTIONS

1. Read the ā€œroyal lawā€ as written in Leviticus 19:18. Read it repeated by Jesus in Matthew 5:43, 44. According to these two scriptures, what two groups of people are we to love equally?

2. If we deliberately break a commandment, what does that say about our attitude towards God’s law?

3. Read 1 Samuel 15:1-31. How serious is God when He gives a command?

4. In your own words, write what Samuel says about obedience and rebellion in 1 Samuel 15:22, 23.

5. Read Romans 13:8-10. What is the relationship between love and the law.

6. What does James 2:12 say about our lifestyle and behavior as Christians?

APPLICATION

1. In what ways have you tried to justify your sin as not that bad?

2. When we do break the law, what should our attitude be before God?

3. In what areas of your life do you need to exercise more mercy and compassion?

HIGHLIGHT VERSE OF THE WEEK –

ā€œMy brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory.ā€ James 2:1 ESV

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#happyvalentinesday
• Early Valentines flowers from hubs. • Paper • Early Valentines flowers from hubs.
• Paper hearts on the kitchen walls.
• Tomorrow I will break my 40 day sugar fast, eat chocolate, and bake a pie.
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>> Now I’m going to bed where I should have been 2 hours ago 😜 
.
#happyalmostvalentinesday #simplethings #flowers #paperhearts
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I bought a few of the books that flew off the shel I bought a few of the books that flew off the shelves last year but haven’t read any of them yet. It’s still important work and this is as good a month as any to dig in. 

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.
#blackhistorymonth #history #bookstagram #booklover #unreadshelfproject2021 #unreadshelf #bookstack #caste #bookofthemonth #botm #february2021 #februaryreads
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Link in bio 😊
.
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Another peak at my 2021 journaling project because Another peak at my 2021 journaling project because @abiding_kelseyleigh said it’s Share the Love Sunday so here’s my personal development spread! 
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.
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January journaling spread šŸ“” . Memory keeping is January journaling spread šŸ“”
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.
One thing I know for certain about myself when it comes to projects: I follow through better when I can see it. Why not have a fun space to plan and visualize my projects and goals? 
I’ve been having fun with several spreads and I can’t wait to do a video and share with y’all. I think this is an approach my brain can wrap itself around 😜🧠 Stay tuned! 
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