Center Church | Gilbert Sermons

James gives us direction for trials again in chapter 5. When we are suffering, be patient and be encouraged by looking to JESUS. (Note: Service begins approx 2 minutes into the video)

Pondering the judgement of God is a blessing in disguise, for it points us to the way of righteousness! (Note: Service begins about 2 1/2 minutes into the video)

We must be careful of living a life of self-reliance, a life independent of God. Nothing we do in this world guarantees us a return tomorrow, because we don’t know if there will even be a tomorrow. The gracious providence of God is seen in how he wills for us to live. It is seen in how God upholds us, even when it seems like everything is stripped away. (Note: the service begins about 1...

James tells us to pay attention to something that is extremely important to the church, something that is easy to forget, easy to disregard, and easy to not see as important as it is - our speech. Specifically the speech we direct to one another in the church. Speech among the family of God impacts our unity. (Note: Service begins approx 2 minutes into the video)

The key to grace from God is humility in us. (Note: the service begins approx 5 minutes into the video)

Disagreements that lead to an all-out conflict James calls "war.” It is that serious. Pitched battles in the church of God are an affront to God. (Note: Service begins about 6 minutes into the video)

Are you on the narrow path leading to life or the wide path leading to destruction? Or to put the question in James’ terms—Do you have the right kind of wisdom? (The service begins about 5 and a half minutes into the video)

"<p>Our words are too lethal to handle alone. We need help to use our words for Jesus. And no one else besides Jesus can give us the help and power we need to change our hearts and thus our words. (note: the service begins approx 3.5 min into the video)

How should we respond when tragic events occur in our nation? We lament and cry out to God - to the God who hates racism and abuse even more than we do and who will one day bring perfect justice. <p>(Note: the service starts about 6 minutes into the video)</p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" style="border: none; overflow: hidden...

How do we live in these uncertain days? How do we emerge in the midst of still so much uncertainty? By rejoicing, being in prayer and remaining grateful. (The actual service starts about 4ish minutes into the video...)

We must recognize that our speech reveals who we really are. We all have a tongue that is able to do untold good or harm. The heart moves the tongue, therefore God must work in our hearts to use our tongue for his glory.

Genuine faith IN Jesus is displayed by works FOR Jesus.

Authentic Christian faith is made clear by the life you live. Once you place you faith in Jesus, you can not stay the same. Genuine faith leads to good works.

Faith in Christ and favoritism amongst Christians is incompatible. It violates the law of love. We must show love to all and not play favorites.

A real Christian can be recognized by what they DO. If following Jesus in our hearts doesn't lead to change in our lives, we are deceived.

Easter doesn't just matter - it is ALL that matters!

Anxiety, rightly diagnosed, is a form of pride - not trusting our good God and thinking we know best. But the God of the universe cares deeply for us and wants to carry our burdens and cares. The best remedy for anxiety is to throw your cares on Him.

Christians go through all kinds of things, but we can rest assured that God is always working for those who love Him and for our good - even if "good" isn't always what you expect or think is best!

Even in the throes of natural upheaval, national upheaval, weakness and our own sin, the almighty God is with us and for us!

In the midst of uncertain times, we must review what we know about God and who He is, and continue to trust in Him as our Rock and our Salvation.

Genuine believers in Jesus are doers of the word, not just hearers.

Guest Speaker Ricky Alcantar preaches from Isaiah 42, reminding us that in a world of empty hopes and empty saviors, we look to the Servant King Jesus.

Don't misinterpret God based on your circumstances or hardships. God is good ALL the time to YOU.

Who you are starts and ends with Jesus. If you don't understand who you are, you won't understand who you're meant to be. Don't look at what you don't have - look at what (or who!) you do have: Jesus!

God freely gives wisdom to ALL who ask with authentic faith.