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James #22 \ July 29, 2026

James #22 \ July 29, 2026

Date:7/29/26

Series: James

Category: Sermons

Speaker: Randy Southerland

Pastor Randy continues the verse-by-verse study through the Book of James, focusing on James 4:13–17 and the beginning of chapter 5. This message challenges believers to live with humility, recognizing that every day and every plan ultimately belongs to God.

James reminds us that life is both uncertain and brief. Rather than living independently of God or trusting in wealth and personal ambitions, believers are called to seek the Lord's will in every decision and to invest their lives in what has eternal value.

This message covers:

  • The uncertainty and brevity of life
  • Why believers should seek God's will in every plan
  • The danger of living as though tomorrow is guaranteed
  • The difference between earthly success and eternal significance
  • James' warning against trusting in wealth instead of God

Pastor Randy also emphasizes:

  • Saying, "If the Lord wills," as an expression of humble dependence on God
  • Living each day with an eternal perspective
  • The importance of obeying what God has shown us to do
  • That knowing the right thing to do and refusing to do it is sin
  • The coming accountability every person will face before God

Throughout the message, believers are encouraged to examine their priorities, surrender their plans to the Lord, and live each day with eternity in view. James reminds us that while life is like a vapor, the choices we make for Christ have eternal significance.