In it for the Long-Haul

Summary

James paints a picture of the Christian life to be more like a marathon than a sprint. For Christians to finish well and to endure long-term, he offers a vision for steadfastness, a theology of temptation and a picture of God the Father. James 1:12-18

Outline

1. A (vital) Vision for Steadfastness

1. Remember your reward is real
2. Remember you love God

2. A (true) Theology of Temptation

1. “lured and enticed”
2. “conceived”
3. “gives birth”

3. A (proper) Picture of God The Father

Questions for Further Discussion

How can we encourage one another to grow in steadfastness?

How does understanding temptation help us love God the Father?