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Submit to God
“Submit to God” (James 4:1-12) Pastor Keeyoung Kim I. Worldliness vs. Godliness (James 1-3) II. There was sin in the church that impacted community (vv. 1-2) III. “Wrong motives”, or “desires” preceded the sin (v. 3) IV. Worldliness vs. God...CategoryKeeyoung Kim -
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How Do You Find Wisdom?
“How Do You Find Wisdom?” (James 3:13-18) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. Unqualified Boasting (3:13a) There were people who were boasting Perhaps the same people who had a hard time bridling their tongue II. Issues a Challenge (3:13b) Show it by deeds...CategoryJamie Kim -
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Faith and Works: Inseparable Elements
“Faith and Works: Inseparable Elements” (James 2:14-25) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. Inseparable Elements in Salvation James insists that a living faith will authenticate itself in the production of works. There is no antagonism between faith and wo...CategoryJamie Kim -
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No Place for Favoritism
“No Place for Favoritism” (James 2:1-13) Rev. Neil Kim I. It’s God’s command (vv. 1-4) Faith and favoritism cannot coexist. All should be inclusive regardless of who they are. II. Who belongs in God’s Kingdom? (vv. 5-7) Those who are rich i...CategoryNeil Kim -
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The Great Deception: Self-Deception
“The Great Deception: Self-Deception” (James 1:19-27) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. The Problem Defined: Self-Deception II. The Rhythms of Life Some things slow, and some things quick (v. 19) Some things to abandon, some things to pursue (v. 21) Some...CategoryJamie Kim -
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When Enticed By Temptation
“When Enticed By Temptation” (James 1:13-18) Rev. Sara Pyon I. Who Is Tempted? Everyone is tempted. There is a tendency to pass the blame II. Who Is to Blame for Temptation? God is not responsible for temptation God cannot be tempted by evi...CategorySara Pyon -
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James, the True Man of God
“James, the True Man of God” (James 1:1) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. Two Major Themes The way to God The walk with God II. The Most Critical Question “If you say you believe, why don’t you act like one?” III. Possible Authors James, the older broth...CategoryJamie Kim -
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(6) Radical Commitment and Leadership
“Radical Command, Extreme Obedience (6) Radical Commitment and Leadership” (Acts 6:1-7) I. Rejoicing in the Suffering (5:40-42) II. Choosing the Leaders (6:1-7) The occasion The selection The qualification III. Then Comes the Major Moment (...CategoryJamie Kim -
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Thanksgiving as a Way of Life
The Radical Christian: Thanksgiving as a Way of Life (Genesis 4:1-9) I. Thanksgiving for the Promise of Forgiveness of Sins Adam and Eve shed blood Abel comes with blood sacrifice Cain comes bloodless Coming before God in the blood of the L...CategoryETC -
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Radical Command, Extreme Obedience — (1) Radical Beginning
“Radical Command, Extreme Obedience — (1) Radical Beginning” (Acts 2:42-47) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. Radical Promise (1:4-5) You will be baptized with the Holy Spirit! You will be My witnesses! II. Radical Fulfillment All of them were filled (2:...CategoryJamie Kim -
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What Does True Discipleship Look Like?
"What Does True Discipleship Look Like?" Luke 5:1-11 Rev. David Chang I. True discipleship requires faith and obedience (vv. 4-7). Faith may appear counterintuitive at times. Obedience follows from faith. II. True discipleship requires wors...CategoryDavid Chang -
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You Have Been Invited
“You Have Been Invited” (Matthew 22:1-14) Dr. W. Jamie Kim I. The Parable Explained II. The Kingdom of Heaven Is Like: A Banquet for a king (extravagance) The King sent out a personal invitation (privilege) The King sent out a second invita...CategoryJamie Kim