Be Doers of the Word - Session 7

Memory Verse: James 4:6-7, “But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

Study Questions:
1. What does God's Word say is the root cause of quarrels and fights among believers? How does this challenge us to examine our own hearts?

2. According to this passage, what is the result of “friendship with the world”? How does this contrast with being faithful to God?

3. How does submission to God strengthen our ability to resist temptation?

4. What are some practical ways we can actively draw near to God?

5. How does God’s call to “cleanse your hands” and “purify your hearts” challenge both our actions and inner motives?

6. What does this passage teach about the connection between humility and grace?

7. What kind of judgement is James warning against? How can we hold one another accountable and address sin in the church while still honoring God as the ultimate judge?

8. Call to Action: Surrender a struggle in your life to God by submitting to Him. Then take one specific step toward humbling yourself before God while trusting.