Doers of the Word (James 1:22-25)

James warns us not to be hearers only, but doers of the Word. In this lesson, we discover...
Biblical patterns of confrontation and change
The final step in the Love -> Know -> Speak -> Do process
How to avoid turning your life into a messy California mudslide
Bridging the gap from "then" to "now"
Practical steps to finding relevant applications in any verse of the Bible
Thanks for listening. This is part eleven in a 12-week biblical counseling class called "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands."

The School of Suffering (James 1:2-4)

Suffering is the gift no one wants, but that everyone needs. One of the main ways we grow in our faith and build loving relationships is through affliction. In this week's lesson we learn...
How suffering helps us minister to others
One of the ways we build loving relationships is by a shared experience in suffering
How God redeems our suffering for his good purposes
The kind of trials we face where comfort is needed
What's the difference between a trial and temptation?
An encouraging reminder that for the believer, all suffering is temporary!
Thanks for listening. This is week six in an 11-week introduction to biblical counseling called, "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands." To order a Study Guide please click here. 

Understanding Our Heart Struggle (James 4:1-3)

Not a day goes by we don't experience some kind of conflict. What causes all these fights and quarrels? James 4 gives the answer. In this lesson, we learn...
The heart is more than just the place for feelings and emotions
Key passages that teach behavior stems from the heart
How our "passions" war within our members to create conflict
Some practical examples of how wants can morph into needs and expectations
What do we do if someone else doesn't meet our needs?
Should we sympathize with those who experience disappointment?
The ongoing battle between the flesh and the spirit
Thanks for listening. This is week three in our 11-week study on biblical counseling called, "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands." Next week, we will focus in how Jesus is our wonderful counselor.

Rejoicing in Trials (James 1)

Guest speaker John Lee reminds us why we can count it all joy when we encounter various trials.