We are called to join God's rescue mission.

Brad preaches from James 4:11-12, showing our great need to know our rightful position under the sovereign rule of God, and how it is only when we take this humble posture that we will truly bear the fruit of loving neighbor.

Brad preaches from James 3:1-12, leading us to feel the weight of our complete inability to make ourselves holy (we can't even tame our little tongues!), so that we can become increasingly dependent on the one who alone can change us for His name's sake.

Today we will hear from Brad as he preaches from James 1:19-27. These verses give us a challenge and a warning. The warning is to not be deceived. The challenge? In order to remain steadfast in trials and receive the crown of life, we must not only be "hearers" of the Word of truth, but also "doers" of this Word. Real, saving Faith that hears the Word, will also do what it says.

Everyone wants to be happy. We all seek happiness, and the options for our pursuit are seemingly endless. However, we were MADE to rejoice and be glad, in God. Conversely, for those who run after other paths to joy, other god’s, their sorrows will multiply.

So, how can I find joy in God? Psalm 15-16 present to us God’s answer by giving us what we may call, the path of Gospel Joy. Finding refuge in Him, we share in His salvation and eternal blessings. The result? Joy now and forever.