Memory Verse: “Now before the feast of the passover, when Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto the end.” (John 13:1)

Scripture Reading: John 13:1-30

Introduction:

Though Jesus knew that within a few hours He would be arrested and given an unjust trial, Jesus was concerned more about His disciples than of Himself. “He loved them unto the end” (John 13:1). He had taught them during His ministry, but they were apparently not what

Memory Verse: “Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.” (Titus 3:5)

Scripture Reading: Titus 3:1-15 / Ephesians 2:1-13

Introduction: People are of all sizes and vary in strength. No yardstick of physical attributes could be used to measure people of the Kingdom. It wouldn’t be fair; rather, God accepts a willing mind. As we notice all the way through, it seems to be the desire of the mind that qualifies us for the kingdom.

At the very outset it

Memory Verse: “Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” (Titus 2:14)

Scripture Reading: Titus 2:1-16

Introduction: There is a constant pull upon the church to draw her into some sort of bondage. Bondage, in the sense we are using it means, being in subjection to some doctrine or religious custom or ritual that is unnecessary, and perhaps distinctly spoken against.

For the most part, the bondage is some portion of the “yoke” which Israel bore or tried to bare for close to

Memory Verse: “Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled.” (Titus 1:15)

Scripture Reading: Titus 1:1-16

Introduction: Not only in the Bible but in the world, great stress is placed on purity. The soap manufacturer may advertise his product to be 99% pure. Milk processors are expected to sell “pure” milk. One of the great occupations in the world today is the raising of animals for sport or as pets. Dogs, for example come in a large assortment of colors, sizes and

Memory Verse: “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16)

Scripture Reading: James 5:10-20 / Matthew 18:15-20

Introduction: Prayer in adversity is sometimes difficult. It seems that certain types of adversity, such as economic adversity, are depressing and it is difficult to fan the sparks of faith into a flame.

On the other hand, some types of adversity draw us quickly and deeply into travail in our prayers. It is at such times easy to get “under the burden” and

Memory Verse: “Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.” (James 5:8)

Scripture Reading: James 5:1-9 / Matthew 5:27-48

Introduction: Patience is another thing which grates against the “flesh.” A baby doesn’t want to be patient, he clamors to have his wants supplied. The cats around a saucer of milk don’t seem to be patient. Thus, it is obvious, that patience, the capacity of waiting, must be learned.

There are various types of affliction, some are of the body and are ever with us night and day. The broken or maimed bodies

Memory Verse: “Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.” (James 4:17)

Scripture Reading: James 4:6-17 / Psalm 32:1-11

Introduction: It is unlikely that anyone has ever seen a humble dictator. Somehow it isn’t compatible with dictators, they usually rise to power with crushing force, and anyone or anything that stands in their way must yield or be destroyed. There have been humble kings but they inherited the throne and did not acquire it by conquest.

The life of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, is fascinating in this respect. The characteristics he

Memory Verse: “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” (James 4:6)

Scripture Reading: James 4:1-8

Introduction: When Adam and Eve sinned and opened wide the lid to Pandora’s Box, two of the evils which flew out were strife and envy. As the floodgate of evil was opened, something was started which has never stopped. As we gaze out across the pages of time we see a strange phenomenon—mankind, as-it-were, in a death struggle with himself. Millions upon millions have been slain as the nations strove one with another. It

Memory Verse: “For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” (Matthew 12:37)

Scripture Reading: James 3:13-18 / Job 28:12-28 / Matthew 5:1-12

Introduction: We can understand that babies have two basic fears—loud noises and falling. On the other end of the spectrum, we see the baby absolutely at rest when his mother holds him securely and hums a lullaby. Likewise, the reactions of not only man, but animals too, react to the varying intensities of sound and follows in close parallels to varying intensities of touch. While intensity of touch may vary

Memory Verse: “Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.” (Psalm 34:13)

Scripture Reading: James 3:1-12

Introduction: Why does the tongue hold such a key position so that it is said, “If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body” (James 3:2).We have all watched dogs at play, waiting for the stick to be thrown. Their eyes express their eagerness to be off, and beyond this there is only a whine or bark. They are dumb.

The gift of speech is a real treasure, a