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1. In James 1, 4, and 5, what are the distinctive directions for prayer that are given? James 1 tells us to pray for wisdom if we lack it (James 1:5). James 4 instructs us to submit ourselves and our plans in humility to the Will of God. James 5 gives very distinct instructions—and the context in which these prayers should be used—in verses 13-16; sing songs, anoint with oil, praying in faith, confess to and pray for one another, remain in righteous posture because the “t he effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man [accomplishes] much” (KJV). 2. In the sections on prayer in James, how does James, both urge us to pray but also warn us concerning the manner, timing, and content of our prayers? James encourages the readers to pray in every season; when sick, when happy, etc. In that, however, there are moments where we should call on the elders to pray over us (James 5:14) and there are times when we should pray for each other (James 5:16). In that same verse, James also tells us to confess our sins to each other and reconcile our wrongs. Throughout the entire book, James has emphasized the need for us to prioritize having faith when we pray and living a righteous life so our prayers may be heard. 3. In Hebrews 12, Jesus is an example of faithfulness and devotion. How could Jesus, perfect Son and God himself, be an example of faith and obedience? Although Jesus was totally divine He chose to be totally human which is why the Bible tells us that “we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15). Yes, He was perfect and blameless, but His humanity still had to make righteous choices. Likewise, in His divinity, He could've obliterated every situation that tempted Him, but He refrained from doing so to show those that would come that they too could overcome their temptations and remain obedient. 4. In 1 Peter 2:4-8, how does Jesus come as a stone among his enemies? How does this create us as living stones within the spiritual temple he builds? This verse of scripture describes Jesus as either the chief cornerstone or a stumbling block. This identity is contingent upon how He is received. To those who receive Him, He becomes the foundational piece that holds their faith together. To those who reject Him, He becomes a stone that causes them to trip because they are misguided in judgment. This translates to where Jesus has us planted in our churches, communities, work environments, and the like. For some, Jesus uses us to be pillars of faith for them as they grow. For others, we can be a nuisance. I guess it comes with the territory. 5. In Jude 12-13, powerful images are found of the false leaders within the church. Discuss at least two of these pictures. How are they successful in describing the false promises of these leaders? “They are waterless clouds carried along by the winds...”
These false teachers lack substance. They are noticeable but are blown around by every wind of doctrine” (Eph 4:14). They take up space (popular), but nothing beneficial ever flows from them. “...trees in late autumn—fruitless, twice dead and uprooted.” These false teachers have never borne any fruit. Their concepts are unfounded and weak. Their “truths” are lifeless.
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