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October 9, 2020

Title: Praying Through What You’re Going Through
Topic: James

Discussed by Dr. Stephen Trammell
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Ed Ethridge took a short vacation this past week from preaching. Therefore, Pastor Stephen Trammell continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”. This will be the final sermon in this series.

Find Pastor Trammell’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CONTINUE TO BUILD BRIDGES (James 19-20) Who was Elijah? Why did he need “help”? Who did God send to help him? Are you going through a drought – a dry time? Do you know someone who is? Would you be their “Elijah”?

Final Thoughts: Who do you run to when things get tough? If your first thought is not God, it should be!

Tune in tomorrow FOR THE CONCLUSION OF Pastor TRAMMELL’S SERMON “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”.

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October 8, 2020

Title: Praying Through What You’re Going Through
Topic: James

Discussed by Dr. Stephen Trammell
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Ed Ethridge took a short vacation this past week from preaching. Therefore, Pastor Stephen Trammell continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”. This will be the final sermon in this series.

Find Pastor Trammell’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

GO VERTICAL TO THE LORD FIRST (James 5:13-18)

Remember: When life gets tough, call on your pastors (and friends) to pray for you!

Why and how is prayer so powerful?

When was the last time you confessed your sins? 1 John 1:9

Why are too many people afraid of confessing their sins to others (not just to God)? Pastor Trammell says this: “Satan does his best work in secret. When you bring your sin into the light, it loses its bite.”

Are you praying for others? If not, why not?

Who was Elijah? Why did he need “help”? Who did God send to help him?

Tune in tomorrow FOR THE CONCLUSION OF Pastor TRAMMELL’S SERMON “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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October 7, 2020

Title: Praying Through What You’re Going Through
Topic: James

Discussed by Dr. Stephen Trammell
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Ed Ethridge took a short vacation this past week from preaching. Therefore, Pastor Stephen Trammell continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”. This will be the final sermon in this series.

Find Pastor Trammell’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

GO VERTICAL TO THE LORD FIRST (James 5:13-14) Do you pray about it as much as you complain about it? Pastor Trammell says to “embrace a lifestyle of prayer” and uses 1 Thessalonians 5:17 and Romans 8:26-27. How does the Holy Spirit intercede for us? How does Jesus intercede for us? Romans 8:34

Are you a cheerful person? What do you do when you’re happy?

Remember the charismatic movement in the 80’s? Many Baptist churches went the opposite direction and became extremely conservative. While this is not necessarily wrong, can it stifle our praise? Psalm 30:4

How is living the Christian life like a tandem bicycle?

Remember: When life gets tough, call on your pastors (and friends) to pray for you! More on this tomorrow…

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October 6, 2020

Title: Praying Through What You’re Going Through
Topic: James

Discussed by Dr. Stephen Trammell
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Ed Ethridge took a short vacation this past week from preaching. Therefore, Pastor Stephen Trammell continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”. This will be the final sermon in this series.

Find Pastor Trammell’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PRACTICE PATIENCE PURPOSEFULLY (James 5:7-12)
Do we know when Jesus is coming back? NOPE! “Live in light of the coming of Christ,” Pastor Trammell urges.
Are troubles temporary? 2 Corinthians 4:17
Are you allowing God to work in and through you? Romans 8:28-29

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Stephen Trammell explains why prayer is so important to the Christian walk…

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October 5, 2020

Title: Praying Through What You’re Going Through
Topic: James

Discussed by Dr. Stephen Trammell
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Ed Ethridge took a short vacation this past week from preaching. Therefore, Pastor Stephen Trammell continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Praying Through What You’re Going Through”. This will be the final sermon in this series. 

Find Pastor Trammell’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is isolation good for the Christian spirit? Pastor Trammell explains the difference between isolation and solitude.

What is the ruthless elimination of hurry? Are you too busy to have a quiet time or prayer time with God?

PRACTICE PATIENCE PURPOSEFULLY (James 5:7-12)
What does patience mean?
Why do people NOT pray for patience?
Do you have the patience of a farmer?
Remember: Patience is a fruit of the Spirit!

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October 2, 2020

Title: Avoiding Worldliness
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-17

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How are you planning for the future – for victory? Vs 13-17

How do you know what to do? Are you being personal with God about His plans for your life?

Did your mama have a tea kettle? Do you recall the whistle sound it made when the water was hot? James says your life is like a vapor – like the steam from a kettle – ready to be released into the world! I love this analogy.

How are you following Jesus? How does God want you to follow Jesus?

Pastor Ed references:
Proverbs 27:1,
2 Peter 2:21,
John 10:27,
John 10:10, and
Acts 5:29.

Are you a FAT Christian? Faithful. Available. Teachable.

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October 1, 2020

Title: Avoiding Worldliness
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-17

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who is your 2 AM friend? If you don’t have one, find one! Proverbs 27:17

Are you using caution when you speak? James 4:11-12
Are you a slanderer? Pastor Ed calls this a “horrible sin”. Watch your tongue!
Are you “judgey”? Is it ever okay to judge another human being? Pastor Ed urges everyone to read “Hitler’s Cross” by Erwin Lutzer and “Why Revival Tarries” by Leonard Ravenhill. What is God concerned about? What does He truly desire for His people? Pastor Ed says this: “Look before you leap. Think before you speak. Opinions are awful cheap.”

How are you planning for the future – for victory? Vs 13-17 How do you know what to do? Are you being personal with God about His plans for your life? Tune in tomorrow to hear the conclusion of Pastor Ed Ethridge’s sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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September 30, 2020

Title: Avoiding Worldliness
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-17

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is God a jealous God? What is He jealous of? 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Does God care how old you are? Nope. Does He care about your social status? Nope. Does He care how much money you make? Nope.

What is Satan’s goal for your life? How can you purge yourself from Satan’s grasp? Pastor Ed references Ephesians 4:27 and Psalm 51:17.

What is the answer? James 4:5-7
Have you fully submitted to God?
Are you a “judgey” person? Is judging others always wrong?
How well do you know people? Do you have at least one close Christian friend you can turn to for guidance? Are YOU a friend to someone else? Remember: Helping others is part of submitting to God!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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September 29, 2020

Title: Avoiding Worldliness
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-17

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does God desire from each and every one of us?

What is the motive of confidence in Jesus? James 4:3
What is the purpose of payer?
Are you asking for things for yourself or for others? Pastor Ed says that BOTH are okay! He says: “Just because the world sells it, doesn’t necessarily mean we have to buy it.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Ed Ethridge discusses God’s plan for your life compared to Satan’s plan…

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September 28, 2020

Title: Avoiding Worldliness
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Avoiding Worldliness”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-17

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Last week, Pastor Ed’s sermon on James 3 was all about peace and harmony. This week, the tone shifts to the opposite: wars, conflict, and opposition.

How can the church have confidence during conflict?

Are you a peacemaker? James 4:1-2
Pastor Ed makes a profound statement: “The lies of life lie within ourselves.”
What does “pleasure” mean to people in the Church?
What is the key to victory in life?
Pastor Ed says this: “The church comes alive as it’s filled with dead people.” What does he mean by this? He references Romans 6:110-11. Is it wrong to have pleasure – to be happy? Absolutely not! It only matters where your pleasures are…

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Ethridge discusses our motive behind our confidence in Jesus

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September 25, 2020

Title: Walking in Wisdom
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Walking in Wisdom”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 13-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do wise people want peace?

What is missing in the church today? Pastor Ed believes there are two things missing: wisdom and discernment.

What does God hate? Does God give us wisdom to hate these things as well?

Do you think you are wiser than your neighbor? Are you really wiser? Probably not!

When was the last time you asked God for wisdom?

Proverbs 6:16

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September 24, 2020

Title: Walking in Wisdom
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Walking in Wisdom”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 13-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are you growing in wisdom? Are you helping others to grow in wisdom?

How is obedience to God wisdom?

Pastor Ed asks: When is the last time you took a vacation or even had a break? Everyone needs one! Do it!

Is wisdom knowing when to shut your mouth?

Does true wisdom pretend?

Do wise people want peace? Of course! Pastor Ed will continue this thought tomorrow…

Scripture Reference: James 1:5; Hebrews 4:12

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September 23, 2020

Title: Walking in Wisdom
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Walking in Wisdom”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 13-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are you honoring and glorifying God in ALL you do – especially your words? Pastor Ed reminds us that it also matters HOW you say something. Are you saying it in love or selfishness?

Where does wisdom come from?

How can wisdom be demonic?

Are you “thinking” the right things? Pastor Ed says this: “Wrong thinking brings wrong living.”

How is wisdom pure, peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere?

What is hypocrisy?

Are you growing in wisdom?

Scripture Reference: Romans 1:22

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September 22, 2020

Title: Walking in Wisdom
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Walking in Wisdom”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 13-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Have you ever said something you wish you could take back? We all have! Pastor Ed urges us to take the time and listen for the wisdom of God before we speak.

Can we be anything “we” want to be? Pastor Ed corrects that to “be anything GOD wants you to be.”

How do we eliminate selfish desires?

Are you honoring and glorifying God in ALL you do – especially your words?

Scripture Reference: Galatians 2:20

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September 21, 2020

Title: Walking in Wisdom
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Walking in Wisdom”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 13-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are you walking in wisdom today? Pastor Ed boldly states: “You cannot walk in wisdom without knowing the Lord. You cannot know wisdom unless the Word of God is a regular part of your life.”

What does “walk” mean?

What is the promise of wisdom?

Does understanding come with wisdom?

What is the difference between earthly and godly wisdom? Pastor Ed talks about the fires in California…

What is the omnisapience of God?

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 4:7

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September 18, 2020

Title: Controlling the Tongue
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Controlling the Tongue”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can you have a tongue that glorifies the Lord without being in the Word on a daily basis? Pastor Ed says you can’t! He references Colossians 4:6 and Matthew 5.

Pastor Ed wants you to remember and practice saying these 18 words:
Please
Thank you
I’m sorry
I love you
I was wrong
Please forgive me
I’m praying for you

Final Thoughts: The tongue must be controlled, corralled, and cleansed.

Final Scripture: Proverbs 25:22

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September 17, 2020

Title: Controlling the Tongue
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Controlling the Tongue”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Questions/Issues Discussed:

When was the last time you used your tongue to share the love of Jesus? Isn’t that what we’re supposed to do?

Do you often regret the things you say? Pastor Ed admits that he even has to pause and ask himself: “Is this an Ed thought or a God thought?”

Do your words bring God delight? Do your words bring others delight? Pastor Ed says this: “A tongue that delights comes from the heart that meets consistently and regularly with the Lord.”

Scripture References: Proverbs 21:23; Proverbs 17:27-28

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September 16, 2020

Title: Controlling the Tongue
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Controlling the Tongue”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does the devil use the tongue for his purposes? Absolutely!

Which would you rather hear: a word that cuts or a word that heals? Sometimes the Bible has words that cut – because that’s what we need! Pastor Ed has a great explanation for this statement…

What makes the tongue do what the tongue does? Why is it so easy to say the wrong thing?

Pastor Ed concludes this segment with a great testimony about Alvin Dark (former baseball player and manager).

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 26:18

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September 15, 2020

Title: Controlling the Tongue
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Controlling the Tongue”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are you perfect? Is anyone (other than Jesus) perfect? Obviously not! So, why do we act like it?

Why do we tell lies about ourselves and others in order for us to look good? “Loose lips sink ships” is a saying from WWII that Pastor Ed likes to say.

How do you react when you find yourself speaking harshly or using bad language?

The tongue can also be used for so much good! Pastor Ed shares a GOOD story…

Scripture References: Ephesians 5:18; Proverbs 16:26-28; Proverbs 18:21; Proverbs 16:28

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September 14, 2020

Title: Controlling the Tongue
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Controlling the Tongue”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did James say “not many of you should become teachers”? Was this a slap in their faces?

Did you know that the Bible mentions the “tongue” more than 130 times?

The tongue can be used for good or for bad. Which are you choosing?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Ethridge dives into the James scripture, explaining “the tongue in teaching”.

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September 4, 2020

Title: Truths that Challenge
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is our responsibility as Christians after the Coronavirus quarantine is over?

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Truths that Challenge”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Follow Jesus.
Will you be faithful until the end?
Do you know God’s voice? Are you actively listening for His voice?
Pastor Ed shares a cute story about his sweet doggy…
Scripture Reference: John 10:27

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Press on.
It would be so easy to just give up and follow the world’s lead. Being a Christian is work!
What will you do today to further the Kingdom of God?

Pastor Ed issues a challenge: Text, call, email, or meet with a friend this week. Encourage each other!

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September 3, 2020

Title: Truths that Challenge
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is our responsibility as Christians after the Coronavirus quarantine is over?

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Truths that Challenge”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Serve.
Who is the ultimate example of servanthood?
Pastor Ed says this: “Dirty hands are Jesus hands. You gotta get your hands dirty sometimes!”
Where are we called to serve? Anywhere and everywhere!
Scripture Reference: Matthew 26:26-28

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Give and Be Faithful
What four things are we supposed to give to others? Time, talent, treasure, and truth.
Does the world know Truth? What IS the world’s “truth”? It sure isn’t the Word of God!
What does being faithful mean to you?
Where is your loyalty? To your family? To your job? To your church? Or to God?
Scripture References: Revelation 2:10 and Psalm 31:23

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September 2, 2020

Title: Truths that Challenge
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is our responsibility as Christians after the Coronavirus quarantine is over?

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Truths that Challenge”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can the Church demonstrate the love of God through this difficult time? Pastor Ed has six principles to share.

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Move on.
How can we move on in our spiritually journey after the Coronavirus?
Where will you go? You don’t have to go far!

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Obey.
Why should we be obedient to the Word of God?
How can you be obedient to others?
Remember: Love is an action word!
Scripture Reference: 2 Timothy 2:15

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Serve.
Who is the ultimate example of servanthood? Jesus, of course! Are you following his example?
Scripture Reference: Matthew 26:26-28

More on serving tomorrow.

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September 1, 2020

Title: Truths that Challenge
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is our responsibility as Christians after the Coronavirus quarantine is over?

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Truths that Challenge”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who did Jesus minister to – the healthy or the sick?

Are you loving your neighbor? Are you watching out for them? Who is our neighbor?

Do you show favoritism toward certain people? Stop doing that! Pastor Ed looks at Luke 16:14-15.

Do you focus too much on the negative things? Pastor Ed says to stop focusing on the don’ts and focus on the do’s.

How can the Church demonstrate the love of God through this difficult time? Pastor Ed has six principles to share.

DEMONSTRATE GOD’S LOVE: Move on. More on this tomorrow!

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August 31, 2020

Title: Truths that Challenge
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is our responsibility as Christians after the Coronavirus quarantine is over?

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Truths that Challenge”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is “spiritual vengeance”?

What was your life like before Christ? Is your life different now? It should be!

Why do we look at the outer appearance of people and “judge” them?

What really matters?

Who did Jesus minister to – the healthy or the sick?

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August 28, 2020

Title: Looking in the Mirror
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Looking in the Mirror”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is your view of the Church helping the poor and needy? Do you think it’s just the government’s job? WRONG! It is OUR responsibility!

How can we avoid being entrapped by the enemy?

Why is it so hard to resist temptation? What methods are you using to stay pure and holy before the Lord?

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August 27, 2020

Title: Looking in the Mirror
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Looking in the Mirror”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are your motives in Christ?

Every human being has two things in common. What are they?

Are you allowing God to use you to further the Kingdom of God? “Let God be the evaluator,” Pastor Ed admonishes.

Who is responsible for your actions? YOU ARE! Stop blaming others for your mistakes and choices in life.

What does a “pure and undefiled religion” mean? What is “real Christianity”?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Ed concludes his sermon this week.

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August 26, 2020

Title: Looking in the Mirror
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Looking in the Mirror”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is Jesus your whole life? Pastor Ed says: “I live to preach, because I live for the Lord to preach.” Wow!

Do you realize that Jesus gave himself for you? That is how much Jesus loves you! Would you do that for another person, especially someone you don’t even know?

How do people know that you are a Christian? Can you PROVE that you are a Christian? Pastor Ed reminds us that being a Christian is an effort; we have to keep trying day after day. “The Word should consume us: mind, body, soul, and spirit,” he says.

When was the last time you looked in the mirror and saw Jesus? This should be every day!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor discusses more about what our motives should be in Christ.

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August 25, 2020

Title: Looking in the Mirror
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Looking in the Mirror”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Yesterday, Pastor Ed discussed the importance of Christians being slow to speak and quick to listen from James 1:19. This verse also addresses anger. Is righteous anger okay?

Why is it important to have a clean heart when we come before God? Is this something God can do for us? Or is this our responsibility?

How does sin hinder our walk with God?

When is the last time you asked God to reveal to you the sin in your life? Yep – that’s right! You might have forgotten or unrealized sin that needs to be repented of. Do it today!

Why should we be humble and meek before the Lord? Will this make our spirit “teachable”? Whether you are 8 or 88 – God wants to teach you!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Ed challenges us to really look at our reflection in the mirror. Do you like what you see?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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August 24, 2020

Title: Looking in the Mirror
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Ed Ethridge continues in the sermon series on James with his sermon “Looking in the Mirror”.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What do we know about God’s Word?

What are the promises in God’s Word?

Why should we, as Christians, be good listeners? How can we achieve this? Should we listen to other believers as well as God?

Why should we, as Christians, be slow to speak? Why is it so hard to hold our tongues and just be quiet?

Pastor Ed reminds us that as leaders in our church or community, we really need to adhere to these two principles.

Tune in tomorrow for more from James 1 on righteous anger and the importance of having a clean heart before God.

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August 21, 2020

Title: The Test of a True Believer
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the test of a true believer?

We begin a new sermon series this week with Champion Forest Baptist Church on the book of James. We have chosen to use the sermons preached by Pastor Ed Ethridge, the Pastor of Pastoral Care at CFBC. He preaches during the 8:15 am Sunday sermon, which can be found here on YouTube.

Scripture Passage: James 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the most evil thing in the world, in Pastor Ed’s opinion?

TRUTH: James 1:15-18
What is God’s will for your life?
Are you exercising His will for the good of His Kingdom?
Are you embracing the Truth of God’s Word?
Are you sharing the Truth of God to others? When you see evil, are you calling it out? Are you fighting it?

Editor’s Note: We were not saved to be silent!!

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August 20, 2020

Title: The Test of a True Believer
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the test of a true believer?

We begin a new sermon series this week with Champion Forest Baptist Church on the book of James. We have chosen to use the sermons preached by Pastor Ed Ethridge, the Pastor of Pastoral Care at CFBC. He preaches during the 8:15 am Sunday sermon, which can be found here on YouTube.

Scripture Passage: James 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

So far this week, Pastor Ed Ethridge has discussed trials, testing, and temptation with subtexts on patience, wisdom, and doubt. How can we prepare ourselves for these three T’s?

TRUTH: James 1:15-18
How can God’s truth in His Word help you defeat trials, testing, and temptation?
Remember: God doesn’t change! Ever! He will help you! Pastor Ed says this: “Life is a choice. You either make the right one or the wrong one…God is not responsible for your sin.”

Are you striving for holiness through His Truth?

Pastor Ed continues with this tomorrow…

Bottom Line: Are you glorifying God in ALL you do? Think about your social media posts – your choice of Netflix shows – your car radio dials… Are all those things glorifying God?

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August 19, 2020

Title: The Test of a True Believer
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the test of a true believer?

We begin a new sermon series this week with Champion Forest Baptist Church on the book of James. We have chosen to use the sermons preached by Pastor Ed Ethridge, the Pastor of Pastoral Care at CFBC. He preaches during the 8:15 am Sunday sermon, which can be found here on YouTube.

Scripture Passage: James 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TEMPTATION: James 1:12-14
Why is obedience to God so important?
Does God tempt us? If He doesn’t, then who does?
Is temptation a sin?

Pastor Ed passionately discusses some of the moral corruption in America and across the world. Where is this evil coming from? Did you know that the word “tempt” is a fishing term? Yep! Interesting fact. Listen in!

If you sin in secret, will anyone know? HINT: God knows!

Lust is often viewed negatively, but it can also be a good thing! Listen as Pastor Ed explains…

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August 18, 2020

Title: The Test of a True Believer
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the test of a true believer?

We begin a new sermon series this week with Champion Forest Baptist Church on the book of James. We have chosen to use the sermons preached by Pastor Ed Ethridge, the Pastor of Pastoral Care at CFBC. He preaches during the 8:15 am Sunday sermon, which can be found here on YouTube.

Scripture Passage: James 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PATIENCE AND WISDOM: James 1:4-5
What does the word “patience” mean?
How can having wisdom in a situation help? Pastor Ed reminds us that sometimes wisdom is being silent…
Does God put conditions on our faith?
Will we ever “not” need wisdom? HINT: Nope

DON’T DOUBT: James 1:6
Why do we doubt the Lord? Where is our faith?
Do too many people put their trust in the world? Do you find yourself doing that?

TEMPTATION: James 1:12
How is temptation different than testing and trials?
Pastor Ed shares a personal story about his own kids (who are not adults)..

Tune in tomorrow for more on temptation.

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August 17, 2020

Title: The Test of a True Believer
Topic: James

Discussed by Pastor Ed Ethridge
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the test of a true believer?

We begin a new sermon series this week with Champion Forest Baptist Church on the book of James. We have chosen to use the sermons preached by Pastor Ed Ethridge, the Pastor of Pastoral Care at CFBC. He preaches during the 8:15 am Sunday sermon, which can be found here on YouTube.

Scripture Passage: James 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was James? Why was James a slave by choice?

Why is the book of James so controversial? What was Martin Luther’s opinion?

TRIALS: James 1:2
Pastor Ed says this: “Trials come to see how we will act and react.” Are you ready for the trials you will face as a Christian? How does God help us face those trials? Why should we consider trials as “joy”?

TESTING: James 1:3
How are tests different than trials? How can tests bring a Christian into maturity?

Are you a patient person? This is not a trick question! More on this tomorrow…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

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