HD Faith: My Faith and Christ's Return

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James 5:7-12

I must wait patiently for Jesus’ return, when He will right all wrongs.

Two determinations because Jesus is returning soon:

I. I will show ______________ when wronged, 5:7-8, 10-11.

A. Patience =

B. Five reminders about Jesus’ return:

1. S________, James 5:7-9
2. S________, Revelation 1:1; 22:6, 7, 12, 20
3. S_____________, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
4. S__________________, Matthew 24:30-31
5. S__________________, Matthew 25:32-33

C. Strengthen your heart.

D. Learn from others’ examples.

E. Remember the Lord’s _____________, Exodus 34:6.

II. I will __________ my words, 5:9, 12.

A. I will not ____________ against fellow Christians, 5:9.

B. I will say what I _________ and mean what I ________, 5:12.

See Matthew 5:33-37

Conclusion:

The promise of Jesus’ return brings comfort, 2 Thess. 1:6-8, and motivation for godly living, Titus 2:11-13.