James 2:14-26
“Cookouts”
Rev. Benjamin J. Wines
We look forward to joining you in Worship, starting at 11:00AM in the Sanctuary. Rev. Benjamin Wines will bring the message, “Cookouts”. This message is part of an ongoing series titled, “The Power and the Glory”. We will be reading from James 2:14-26 and our Call to Worship comes from Proverbs 22.
Call to Worship Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 16, 22-23
Leader: A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches,
People: And favor is better than silver or gold.
Leader: The rich and the poor have this in common:
People: The Lord is the maker of them all.
Leader: Whoever sows injustice will reap calamity,
People: And the rod of anger will fail.
Leader: Those who are generous are blessed,
People: For they share their bread with the poor.
Leader: Whoever oppresses the poor to increase his own wealth,
People: Or gives to the rich, will only come to poverty.
Leader: Do not rob the poor because they are poor,
People: Or crush the afflicted at the gate;
Leader: For the Lord take up their cause
People: And will exact life for life.
Questions for Further Reflection:
James is very clear in this passage — faith without works is dead.
What are some things you can do in your everyday life to show your faith to others?
How can you show them you care?