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James 1:18 - Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures. 19 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; 20 for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. 21 Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. 22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.



What does it mean for God to bring us forth "by the word of truth"?

Why is it essential to be "quick to hear" and "slow to speak" according to James?

How does anger hinder the righteousness of God, as James describes?

How can we effectively receive God's Word with meekness?







0:00 James 1.19-20

5:37 Let Us Consider the Context

9:35 Quick to Hear What?

11:40 History of the Ministry of the Word at GCC

16:02 Scripture in the Life of the Christian

30:44 What Does He Mean by "Know This"?

36:38 Receiving the Word Is Not Automatic

43:04 Do You Read Your Bible Every Day?

45:00 What Does James Mean by "Be Slow to Speak"?

50:19 Controlling Proud Thoughts and Opinions

53:00 What Does "Slow to Anger" Mean?

57:26 A Closing Thought - God Is Speaking

59:22 Do You Leave Prayer Meeting Early?

1:03:16 Closing Prayer

This sermon delves into what the Bible teaches about demonic oppression and possession, providing scriptural insights and practical observations to help understand this matter.



0:00 Sermon Opening

5:22 Is It Demonic Oppression or Possession?

11:30 Demonic Possession Is Obviously Dark, It Is Not Subtle

13:15 Demonic Oppression Is Rare

14:04 Jesus' Compassion and Power Are Drawn to Help These People

15:54 How Can You Tell That Someone Is Demonically Oppressed?

18:51 Sign of Demonic Oppression: Self-Destructive Behavior

20:37 The Devil "Made Me Do It"?

21:40 Mark 5: They Can Possess Supernatural Powers

24:05 Prayer for Help in the Sermon

24:37 Mark 6: They Respond Strongly to the Presence of Christ

29:00 How Should We Apply This Teaching?

29:17 Keep a Broad View of Spiritual Warfare in Your Mind

35:47 How Do We Get Ready to Help the Demonically Oppressed?

36:51 Be Full of Faith!

39:15 Be a People of Prayer and Fasting

41:01 Have an Appreciation for Specific Spiritual Gifts

47:21 Closing Prayer

The reason most cultures have categories for "the supernatural and spirit possession" is not because they are backwards or pre-modern...

Jesus speaks some profound words in John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you.

Often, when people think about God's love for those who believe, they neglect to think about his love which is evident in his divine correction of us.

Blessed are the peacemakers, according to James chapter 3. Could it be said that you are pursuing peace and unity within your church?