TEACHING NOTE SUMMARY FOR ACTS OF THE APOSTLES

Lesson 27 - Living Humbly Before The Lord

Focal Point:
"Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners,
and purify your hearts, you double-minded…
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up."
James 4:7, 8, 10

Restraining the Tongue Requires Heavy Doses of Heavenly Wisdom

James 3


Principle


Our Tongues Can Be Good or Evil - If We think It, We Will Say It

Who controls my tongue? Me or the Holy Spirit?

Humble Submission to God Settles Strife and Controls Speech

James 4


Principle


God Helps Those Who Humbly Submit Their Lives to Him

What struggle or conflict in my life will I approach today by first submitting to God and His Word?

Mature Christians are Characterized by Generosity, Patience, and Prayer

James 5


Principle


Honestly looking for Christ's Return Will Affect the Way You Live

How does the hope of Christ's return affect the way I handle money, suffering, and prayer?