Focus: Is God’s grace the opposite of God’s law, and vice versa? Is faith the opposite of works, and vice versa? James continues to harmonize these difficult concepts, reminding us of the important link between our inner and outer natures.

SERMON OUTLINE

From the Heart: James 3:13-4:12

Whose law? _______ (Christ’s/Mine).
James 2:8
The Greek term logos, or “word,” means __________ (Jesus and His teaching/James and his teachings).

Where is it? _______ (Heart/Tablet)
Jeremiah 31:33 ~ Romans 2:15

Who is responsible? _______ (Christ/Me)
John 1:16-17

How is it possible? _______ (Grace/Legalism)

James 3:13-4:3
“Peace” is associated with _______ (earthly/heavenly) wisdom; “disorder” and “self-ambition” are associated with _______ (earthly/heavenly) wisdom.
A fight between _______ (the “word” and our desires/the heart and the brain) occurs within us.

      James 1:21 ~ Romans 7:22-23

What surfaces from their hearts? _______ (Peace/Conflict)