James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 8
Last week’s passage was a great overview of the posture we are to have towards God as His Body. The two elements of singular devotion and true humility combine to […]
Entries by Todd Briggs
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 7
This passage is a treasure trove of Biblical Theology and Practical Application! Jesus Christ calls HIS body into a singular, undivided relationship, the only way we enter is with humility. […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 6
The Book of James is a combination of Biblical Theology and practical application. James’ view of God is formed by the Hebrew scriptures and fulfilled in The Christ. As an […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 5
James letter is going to talk about how we use words. First in regards to the teaching of God’s Word. Then in regard to how our ‘tongues’, when not controlled, […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 4
I begin with a note about the translation. You may find the version I am using unfamiliar, it was written in 1958. If you read the NASB (1971) or the […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 3
We have been involved as a church in a quest to become as Biblical as possible. Why? Because it matters how Christ’s body lives! As those surrendered to the Lordship […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 2
Be clear about the audience of this letter. Based on what these people had done to demonstrate a wholehearted surrender to The Lordship of Jesus Christ, there is an assumption […]
James: Practical Biblical Living Pt. 1
We need this book as a church; we need wisdom to guide our discipleship. The Book of James mirrors the book of Proverbs at times. Prescribed practice is detailed then […]
OUR IDENTITY IN CHRIST
THIS is an exciting time here at Midtown Church! I want to thank everyone who has thoughtfully read ‘Letters To The Church’. I pray it has helped you to apply […]
Encouragement to Live By
1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 Paul writing on behalf of the leadership group he is part of (the whole letter is from the plural) to the body that is the local church […]