For Sunday, July 26, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, July 26, 2009.

1) James 1:19-27
What are the main topics of this passage? How do the teachings of this passage compare to common thought within our culture? Which topic is most difficult for you to live in a godly way?

2) James 1:19-21
On a scale of 1-10, rate yourself: how quick are you to hear? How slow are you to speak? How slow are you to become angry? What would be different in your life and relationships if you followed this teaching 100%?
What does a person have to do to humbly accept the Word planted in them? How hard is that for you?

3) James 1:22-25
How is the Bible like a mirror? What should a person do who wants to look intently into God’s Word?
John 20:5 -- The word for John’s “stooping down” to see into the tomb is the same as the word James uses in verse 25. John was examining the tomb closely for truth. Does that same attitude exemplify your Bible study time?
John 13:17
How does this teaching from Jesus relate to verse 22?

4) James 1:26-27
What is the relationship between what people say and the quality of their religion? How does God describe pure and faultless religion?
Psalm 68:5; Isaiah 1:17
What do these passages add to your understanding of James’ teaching on true religion?
How can you make your religious practices more meaningful and more honoring to God?
Proverbs 10:19 -- This is a great one to memorize!