May 19, 2024
Let Us Pray James 5:13-20 Sunday, May 19, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Prayer is certainly the theme of these verse. It is mentioned in every verse but 19 and 20. I like to think that James now shows us the proper and righteous use of the tongue. The Church has enormous privilege in prayer.… Read More »
May 15, 2024
The Gracious Promise of Our Rescue James 5:7-11 Sunday, May 12, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton God promises the crown of life to those who don’t desert Him. James’ readers were being oppressed by non-Christians. Non-Christian employers withheld wages from the Christians. The Christians in James’ church were taken to court and sued leaving them… Read More »
May 5, 2024
What Is Your Life? James 4:13-17 Sunday, May 5, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton James is writing to Christian people. They know what is right and wrong. But in chapter 4 it appears they have forgotten to include God in planning their futures. We all make plans; it is good to do so. But arrogant… Read More »
April 28, 2024
The Evil in the Tongue James 3:1-12 Sunday, April 28, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Because of the subject of chapter 3, we might assume that James’ readers were quarreling with one another. Perhaps the pressures of their trials have resulted in their verbal abuse of one another. Using a series of vivid illustrations that… Read More »
April 21, 2024
The Word: A Mirror to the Soul James 1:16-25 Sunday, April 21, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton James is writing to Jewish Christians who have met various kinds of trials. Their faith is being tested. It is hard not to complain during adversity. In these verses today James clears the fog between tests and temptations.… Read More »
April 14, 2024
The Bumpy Trail to Maturity James 1:1-8 Sunday, April 14, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton If you like things straight and to the point you will love the apostle James. His letter deals with issues with which we are very familiar. That’s why we love James. According to James if we are saved it ought… Read More »
April 7, 2024
A Call to Christian Courage 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Sunday, April 7, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Sound doctrine is a key theme in the letters to Timothy and Titus. Unhealthy heresies were multiplying in the early church. Paul left Timothy in Ephesus to confront false teachers. Over time, Timothy grew weary and wanted to quit.… Read More »
March 31, 2024
Eyes Opened and Hearts Ablaze! Luke 24:13-35 Sunday, March 31, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton It is interesting how fear can swallow hope. Our physical health can trigger fear. Losing possessions or people we love can activate fear inside of us. The disciples knew about fear. Following the crucifixion, they were confused and fearful. Although… Read More »
March 24, 2024
Don’t Insult the King Matthew 22:1-14 Sunday, March 24, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Today we remember Palm Sunday. When Jesus rode into Jerusalem there were many well-meaning people who were confused about Jesus. To clear up any misunderstandings, Jesus launched into a series of parables that exposed the spiritual condition of the people. Because… Read More »
March 17, 2024
Your Helper from Heaven John 14:15-17, 25-27 Sunday, March 17, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Staying with the theme of The Hidden Works of Christ, I want to preach today about your Helper from Heaven. This hidden work is the gifting of the Holy Spirit to believers only. Following an emotional Passover Meal with Jesus,… Read More »
