In the season one finale, Ryan and Steph wrap up their conversation on the book of James. James concludes his letter with a challenge to come alongside and restore those who have drifted off course. Ryan and Steph also turn to the words of Paul in Galatians 6 and Jesus in Matthew 18 to better understand how to help the wanderer in a loving, biblical way.

CHAPTERS:

1. (0:00) Introduction
2. (5:54) Bad Spiritual B.O.
3. (12:23) Bear One Another’s Burdens
4. (19:34) Church Discipline
5. (34:06) Leave the Ninety-Nine

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In this episode, Ryan and Steph discuss three truths about prayer from the book of James. First, prayer is more than a monologue or a wish list; it is communion with our Creator. Second, prayer is not meaningless or trivial; it has great power that moves the heart of God. And third, prayer is not reserved for the spiritual elite or the ultra righteous; it is equally accessible to each one of us.

CHAPTERS:

1. (0:00) Introduction
2. (5:43) Prayer Is Relational
3. (11:27) Prayer Is Powerful
4. (23:21) Prayer Is Accessible

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We are immersed in a culture of instant gratification. We want quick and easy results in every arena of life, including our spiritual growth. But, following Jesus is a lifelong journey of being transformed into His image, as the Apostle Paul puts it, "from one degree of glory to the next." This is why James instructs us to look at the patient farmer. Cultivating genuine faith takes a lot of patience and work, and there are no immediate results.

CHAPTERS:

1. (0:00) Do We Even Need Patience?
2. (14:57) FarmVille Christianity
3. (29:30) Two Examples of Patience
4. (35:19) Two Hindrances of Patience

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