Book 59: James (May 3, 2026)
In this energetic message, Pastor Colby Friday introduces the Book of James to kick off the church's study of the New Testament's General Epistles. He explains that this letter—written by Jesus's half-brother—shifts away from foundational doctrine to focus heavily on practical Christian living and spiritual maturity. Using a vivid analogy of a bee actively spreading pollen versus a butterfly or a note-taking botanist, Friday challenges his congregation to be active "doers" of the Word rather than just passive listeners. He concludes by emphasizing that believers should view life's trials as opportunities to build perseverance, and urges them to take personal accountability for their own temptations instead of blaming God.
