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Throughout history Christians have lived with good and bad governments. When things are going well for Christians, it’s easy; when bad, it’s hard. So how does a person spiritually decide which it is? What does a person then do?

James concludes his book with encouragement to pray for many things. The question will be; do we trust God or our prayers?

To be human is to have dreams, hopes and goals. To be human with a relationship with God is to also have prayers. Do prayers and dreams ever meet, and how should they?

I’m guessing we all have played a game and when we see we are losing we want to quit or start over. There is a way to continue to play and still win.

History is strewn with leaders who did anything to get to the top and remain there. Surprisingly this type of activity shows up in our lives when we least expect it. James writes about this in chapter 4.

The truth of the matter may be clear and yet it is often overlooked ignored or misunderstood. Such is the case with wisdom.

Did you know that the tongue is the strongest muscle in the body? That is probably because it is used so much. It is not only the strongest muscle but is also more powerful than one might think.

You may have read, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” Proverbs 17:17 (NIV). An oral culture does use words, but does so to draw a visual picture.

Faith and good works; the discussion has gone round and round for centuries. Perhaps the answer is found in an apple.

God shows no partiality. He treats us all the same. Yet we know families where parents played favorites. How about you?

Fishing hook, fresh peach, shadow at dusk, and a mirror. How do all these things fit together? James in his first chapter uses these items to help us avoid temptations and live a good life pleasing to God. Listen and find out.

We all know it's good to pray. Often though we wonder if it is heard or works. This lesson provides some direction on prayer.

Not many years after Jesus ascended into heaven, Christians found themselves hated, persecuted, and mistreated. James words help Christians focus on something other than the suffering.

The writer of this book introduces himself as a servant. What is and is not a servant? When we are a follower of Jesus we too are servants of him. So if we also are servants, what is and is not our service?

When there is a death of a close family member, pet or friend we go through many stages of grief. This study provides understanding, acceptance and help as we or someone we know faces a major loss.

Because we are flawed humans, our best efforts and plans sometimes work, and other times fall apart. We all have bad days caused by this reason or that. What then? Today’s study provides hope in the midst of disaster.

There is a lot of talk these days about what is an “ethical strategy”. Is it a Godly plan or an evil scheme? Naomi in today’s Bible Study may help us understand the difference between these two.

God doesn’t map out all events. If he did God would be involved with sin. God does, however, step in and bring good when there seems to be only bad. In doing this, often, the least likely people are involved. Why? But of course, because they trust God. And so in this lesson God speaks to us today.

The story is repeated many times in many ways. Life is going good. Everything is coming your way. And then the bottom falls out! This happens to God’s people as well. Today we begin looking at one such family. How do they respond? What helps them hold it together?

The title of this lesson has two meanings. First, we are re-running parts of lesson 1 as there are many new listeners. Second, God spoke his word to people long ago. In this lesson these words are brought and given meaning to you in the present.

In the church we celebrate many special events. Pentecost, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit is today’s topic. Who is this Holy Spirit? Why was he sent? Lastly, for people who are blind or have a disability does this day or event have any significance?

In the church we celebrate many special events. One event, however, is often overlooked and not celebrated; the Ascension of our Lord. Why is it important? Today’s lesson gives seven good reasons to celebrate it.

Science looks at something and then through experimentation goes about to prove certain facts. There are some situations, however, that cannot be replicated. What then? Even in these situations information can be gathered and evidence considered that a solid conclusion can be drawn. Now that the tomb is empty, Jesus is seen alive and well, now what?

The Empty tomb is the first fact placed in evidence. The day’s events provide many more surprises. Please join us. Consider and see.

What took place that first Easter morning? Jesus is not there. How does this affect my life today? Join us and enjoy.