James 01:18-25 God’s Word as a Guide – audio

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Text: James 1:18-25

Introduction

1. We must understand the powerful guidance of God’s Word if we are to use the Bible as a tool to teach others.

A. O Lord, I know the way of man is not in himself; It is not in man who walks to direct his own steps – Jeremiah 10:23

B. For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes – Romans 1:16

Body

I. God’s Word is able to guide one to become a new creature

A. James 1:18

B. The Christian is a unique being – 2 Corinthians 5:17

II. God’s Word is able to guide one to the saving of his soul

A. James 1:21

B. Conversion is brought about through the power of God’s Word – James 5:20 “he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a Soul”

III. God’s Word is able to guide us to see ourselves as we really are

A. James 1:24

B. We see the reality of our sin and the desire of God to save us – 1 Timothy 2:3-4 “who desires all men to be saved”

IV. God’s Word blesses the life of the one who is guided by it

A. James 1:25

B. We have security, direction, and purpose – Philippians 1:21 “For to me, to live is Christ…”

Conclusion:

1. To be guided by God’s Word is to be swift to hear – James 1:19

2. To have the Word engrafted – James 1:21

3. To receive the Word – James 1:22

4. To obey the Word – James 1:22-23