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High Definition Faith: Faith Through Trials

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James 1:1-4

We can gladly face life’s trials because God uses them to strengthen our faith.

 I. James: From black and white to HD faith, 1:1.

   A. Black and white faith,
 ​Mark 3:21; 6:3; John 7:5.

   B. A faith upgrading event, Acts 1:14; 1 Corinthians 15:7.

   C. A broadcaster of the faith,
 Acts 15:13-29; Gal. 1:19; 2:9
  1. Characteristics of the book of James…

   D. A clear picture of himself, James 1:1.
  1. “A ________ of God and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
  2. His courageous death.

II. HD faith in the midst of trials, 1:2-4.

   A. ___________ supernaturally, v. 2.

   B. ___________ expectantly, v.3-4.
  1. I expect God to use these trials to produce in me…
          a. E______________
          b. M_____________

Think about it:  What trial am I facing right now to which I can apply this Scripture?

Do it:  Thank God for your trial(s) and ask Him to use them to grow your endurance and spiritual maturity.