Hard Times and Wisdom - James 1:1-8

In the opening of the letter of James, he encouraged believers enduring difficult times, encouraging them to seek God’s wisdom.
Here is a link to David Guzik's commentary on James 1: enduringword.c...

[@brotherhurd6901]

Man of God…Another blessed Teaching which has blessed me again…Thanks for your service

[@suebellis6051]

So enjoying this break down of James. I love all the expanding explanation without getting to wordy or going off topic as I see many pastors do. Being fairly new to studying the Bible, breakdowns like this truly assist me in expanding my understanding. Thank you so much. I hope you have other books I can study along side after I finish James. this is one of my most highlighted books in the Bible.

[@jaygraham281]

I mean I listen to alot of sermons and messages and studies, but there's something about his style and the way he deeply but yet simply explains scripture is annoting. Praise be to Jesus and the holy spirit for using him. GOD IS GOOD. Will listen to all his sermons.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Thank you Jay for watching! God bless.

[@Iracaravox]

So true! Watching and appreciating the Word of God particularly the book of James! Thank you David! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 The Lord bless you and your ministry!🥰

[@nancyhowell4505]

​@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord What does "annoting" mean? It was used in a description of your style of preaching about scriptures, by @jaygraham281. Thanks and blessings for your help. 🙏♥️

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

@@nancyhowell4505 The idea of "anointing" is found in the Old Testament. When God chose David to be the next king of Israel, God sent the prophet Samuel to anoint David with oil, signifying that David was God's choice as the next king. The utensils that were used in the Temple in Jerusalem were anointed with oil and set apart for exclusive use in the service of God in the Temple. They were not to be used was common utensils for everyday living, but were set apart for special usage in God's service. Anointing can also mean the literal application of oil for healing purposes, or too pray for physical healing. The idea of anointing also carries with it the idea of something that is chosen or authenticated by God. We might speak of a pastor having an anointing from God, which simply means that he has clearly been chosen by God and that there is noticeable evidence of that the people hear him teach. Hope that this helps! Blessings!

[@Matilda-wambugu]

Truly understood a good teacher....Much love from KENYA😍

[@lilyronoh2301]

@@Matilda-wambugu am here too from Kenya..beautiful teachings

[@gisellesancho-lee7556]

Greetings! David Guik, thank you so much for allowing Christ to use you. Thank you for having enduring word bible commentary, I found this site this year and it has been so useful for me to understand the bible when I read. May I Lord continue to give you strength, refuge, and wisdom to do His work. Thank you for your LIFE.

[@jenetapablo2004]

I was reading the book of Jeremiah and searched preachers whom I can listen and I found your account.. I started listening to you since then...God bless your ministry!

[@Caroline-67]

I thank God led me to your channel. So many questions are answered. God bless you David.

[@galvanysilva3394]

What a edifying study. God bless you.

[@trishmunoz7745]

I have literally been listening to your sermons on the Bible day and night since finding your website about a ayear go. Finally am getting a chance to tell you thank you. You have helped me in some of my most anxious, panicked, and tortured days.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Trish Munoz Trish, thank you! I’m glad that the only content is of some blessing to you...

[@victoriaselanikobel4256]

The Holy Spirit led me to your teaching. God has anointed you with a beautiful teachings anointing ❤️

[@lindsayleonettearries1774]

I'm currently listening to David's teaching on the book of Psalms. He is truly anointed to teach.

[@kekea5681]

The Holy Spirit also led me back to this video for the understanding of how to understand trials, patience, and wisdom. I am seeking better understanding to be able to understand the Bible, but this is truly bringing me to the understanding of how to pray and patiently wait on the Lord and to know how to understand when he's speaking to me. I feel like I'm growing but I have so much more to learn.

[@ruthpakati1442]

🇿🇦My favourite book in the bible I’ve learned so much and still learning thank you and God bless 🙏

[@LilianDube-hx7ql]

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[@Frank-my9ln]

Thank you for your teaching !i am greatly blessed hearing your teaching and studying enduring word. Bless you abundantly

[@jewishbride5010]

Amen to this whole message and james 1:1-8, 2 corinthians 6:14-15 I bind that we all may have wisdom during hard and all times, binding all double-mindedness, foolishness and instablity to the pit of hell while binding one freed from doublemindedness in my life, the lives of my family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, acquintances, opponents and the body of Christ, binding myself not being unequally yoked andhave any common share with those being double-minded, in the name and by the blood of Jesus Christ, hallelujah!

[@vinodsingh-mz8yv]

Thank you I am blessed by preaching

[@michaelnmuturi8805]

Thanks you for taking time to help us babies understand God's word.

[@RayleneHendricks-eo3iy]

Thank you for clarifying this chapter. Your faith is really strong and your teaching has strengthened me❤

[@wellnessmelange5026]

He is my go to for a better understanding of scripture

[@taylorindiaa]

Wow how this sermon has helped me thank you ❤

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

You are so welcome, blessings in His name.

[@a.christian3822]

Thank you for this series! This first video on James is very clear and encouraging. Thanks for taking the time to teach.

[@marycozier8065]

Very specific in teaching thank you pastor David

[@peteragoston-petrosthemusi8260]

It's so interesting to see how pastor David approaches James from the perspective of Luther. Meanwhile I truly believe that James stands closer to the source /well: I mean "faith is unimaginable without actions" 1st because the Word himself became flesh 2nd because we are Royal Priesthood to be the representer of the active kingdom.

[@Peaka01]

Thank you for this wonderful teaching, God bless you!

[@phitruongdinh3772]

Thank you. I love the way you teach. You explain the background & culture of the book and give great examples. Also, you focus on key words in the verses

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Thank you very much, God bless you.

[@stormie1785]

Great teaching with clarity 👌 🙏

[@karencookson5609]

What a wonderful witness to the word of our Lord and saviour Jesus! Thank you Mr Guzik🙏🏻🥰

[@newfiecanadian]

The part about “count it all joy” and even GREETING trials as JOY really hit me today even though I’ve heard the verse lots before. I think the Lord used your video, because when I told my mom and sister, it really helped them in a situation right now. Praise the Lord! Greet it as joy! Hello, Joy!!! Lol! Sounds crazy, but it’s a tool from the Lord we have to meet trials with. Thanks for obeying the Lord and teaching his word!

[@johnwisener5033]

Amen! Thank you Pastor Dave!

[@sharongriffith7505]

I use the New American Standard version (Ryrie study Bible) and I am wondering WHY it translates verse 3 and 4 as ENDURANCE instead of PATIENCE?? They do not actually mean the same thing.....patience is waiting and endurance is persevering.

[@sharongriffith7505]

If I had waited and watched a little further in the video; you have answered my question. Thank you.

[@dawmaypo7387]

Thank you pastor David for teaching on James. Tq for the history of James too. Very interesting.

[@anthonyocampo9650]

Thank you for making these videos

[@benicerita]

Thank you for helping us to delight ourselves in the word of God because He will give us the desires of our heart! Thank God for providing all our needs in the Book of James! Bless you!

[@lorenzocolitoy6316]

Thank you Pastor David for the exposition

[@etheltaylor9708]

Ty. For the word. In GOD , through you.lts been a moment since been on your pod cast. I learn more on you ,then my former Church in Harlem.,NYC Ty ty I was really LOST. PRAY FOR MY OFF SPRING MY DAUGHTER AND GRANDDAUGHTER (2)⁹ AND GREAT HRAND DAUGHTER OF 14 YRS.OLD IN

[@esthergarcia647]

Thank you for this. I have been experiencing nightly anxiety where I often feel like I can’t breathe and have racing thoughts. Last night at around midnight I decided to read the first chapter of James and afterwards I read your commentary on the first chapter. I felt peace after studying Gods word and went to sleep. This morning I woke up, feeling encouraged to continue my study on James 1 and am now listening to your commentary. Grateful for your ministry.

[@janeecejjf2001]

I have a question early on in the video. You said James is of a Hellenistic background. How is that so if he was the half brother of Jesus? Jesus spoke Aramaic and not Greek.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Pastor Lance replies - I could not find the spot in the video where Pastor David says that, sorry. In his written commentary the only mention of Hellenism has to do with the word kurios - lord.

[@janeecejjf2001]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWordPastor Lance, it’s at 10:14

[@bwanadave76]

Ouch! Very convicting.

[@rajivewijetunga6611]

Thank you so much

[@mikedun5396]

Brother guzik is a humble and great awesome teacher and preacher thank you Jesus ❤️

[@byonnoyb]

This Epistle is called Catholic or [meaning] Universal, as formerly were also the two Epistles of St. Peter, the first of St. John and that of St. Jude, because they were not written to any peculiar people or particular person, but to the faithful in general. It was written by the apostle St. James, called the Less, who was also called the brother of our Lord, being his kinsman (for cousins german with the Hebrews were called brothers). He was the first Bishop of Jerusalem. In this Epistle are set forth many precepts appertaining to faith and morals; particularly, that faith without good works will not save a man and that true wisdom is given only from above. In the fifth chapter he publishes the sacrament of anointing the sick. It was written a short time before his martyrdom, about twenty-eight years after our Lord's Ascension.

[@Chuckichanly]

fantastic

[@l.bevand3503]

Isn't "Jewish" a religion or belief system and not a people group. These people called "Jews" I think are Israelites/Arabs/Hebrews? Why do we call them Jews isn't that as wrong as calling Muslims "Islams," or Asians "Buddhists." Just a thought

[@gjxsq75]

Hello Pastor David. Gino here...I have a sincere question. Please excuse my ignorance. Why do Pastors and Teachers say, "This comes from the Greek word..." Why would that be important to us Americans?

[@sarahberry792]

Thank you!

[@Aisha-iv9pj]

Thanks so much for just teaching the word. I just happened to look for a teaching and this message came up. I am now a new follower. You teach like my husband just give me the word that’s all I need and background and context. Thanks so much I was truly blessed. Looking forward to much more. I learned so much my soul was screaming with in. My style of teaching.

[@jaredzimmy]

Technically speaking it was diverse trials in the KJV but since then Mandela effect actually is real it's turned into divers like who would translate diverse into the word divers definitely not the individuals who penned the translation

[@wiltagraham4278]

Great teaching🙏🙏

[@deanchristian7772]

thank you for the truthful honesty on the word.......GOD BLESS YOU ....777

[@robertkariuki7933]

I like how David Guzik expounds Verse by verse. I've just downloaded enduring word app on my phone. What a timely tool, I plan to use it as I teach Bible study in our church.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Robert Kariuki Robert, thank you!

[@robertkariuki7933]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord am an associate pastor in Nairobi Kenya. Teaching the word of God is my pasion. Do you have mote resources for pastors.

[@RabbiMurray]

I tried to teach this way in a Pentecostal church. After a while I was told it was like a lecture . I love line on line and use your commentary often

[@renzocur]

Count it all joy!!

[@schachmatt1581]

Amen

[@AnnaHebel]

David, thank you! I couldn’t fall asleep and God’s word and your voice gave me peace and put me right to sleep!

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Anna Hebel Anna, thank you! Blessings to you....

[@FangnclawXD]

I've never heard something like that before yet what a compliment! I hope I can be a conduit for God to bring so much peace that they are able to finally rest, wow!

[@MusicbyKathleen]

This is amazing teaching so clear so applicable I’m so thankful how God has blessed your teaching. I love your commentaries ! And now this book of James I love it and seeing what God does in my life and heart and ladies in our Bible study will grow more and more. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Teresa, Thanks for the kind and encouraging words!

[@rosejemima3552]

Wow am late 4yrs but I have got something special in me to day.... I believe in God pastor but sometimes I doubt myself if am worthy to ask God or I my asking in agood way

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Hi Rose, We are all unworthy to come before God because of our sins, but Jesus paid for our sins, and his righteousness was credited to us. God sees us as holy because we are "in Christ". Ephesians 1:6 tells us... to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He made us accepted in the Beloved. So God accepts us because we are in Christ, and Christ is in us. God sees us as having the righteousness of Jesus. That gives us confidence to ask freely, to pray freely. I hope that this helps.

[@bonniesbestcreations6817]

Woweee!! Thank you so so much

[@Msnice72]

God bless you pastor David. .I have been blessed.

[@kumiejoubert-vanniekerk8794]

You bring the intention and meaning of this book to life in an extraordinary way. Thank you. Looking forward to listening to more of these.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Thank you for your kind words and support. Blessings in Jesus' name.

[@Scott-p5y]

I also ask Lord help me in my unbelief.

[@Dalitso101]

I have been blessed by this teaching. Will continue to tune in

[@RobBartolome]

Amen, Pastor David.

[@lisawitter3785]

Great teachings! Thanks!

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

You're very welcome! Thank you for your kind words and your generous support! May the Lord bless you and keep you and cause His face to shine upon you.

[@jdanielzuk]

This is really great. Thank you so much.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

You're very welcome, thank you for your kind words and support.

[@davondd]

Good job Pastor David

[@jeromebrown2685]

Great teaching!

[@kimmanning2913]

Vs. 27

[@therinacoetsee1512]

Amen❣️🙏🏻✝️🔥🙌

[@richardmclaughlin8345]

The New Testament Epistle of James was written before the Crucifixion.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

It is interesting to note that James 5:8 says... 8 You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. Why would James write that the coming of the Lord is at hand, if Jesus was still there with him? Hope this helps. Blessings.

[@richardmclaughlin8345]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord Not being aware of your knowledge of Koine Greek, I hesitate to tell you that the word 'coming' isn't actually in the Epistle of James. The word παρουσία is much grander and broader than just 'coming'. Unfortunately the Church Fathers, assuming that James was post Crucifixion, gave it the 'Second Coming' spin. The whole James 5:7 thing is really a distraction from the total absence of any post Passion consequences.

[@richardmclaughlin8345]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord Not being aware of your knowledge of Koine Greek, I hesitate to tell you that the word 'coming' isn't actually in the Epistle of James. The word παρουσία is much grander and broader than just 'coming'. Unfortunately the Church Fathers, assuming that James was post Crucifixion, gave it the 'Second Coming' spin. The whole James 5:7 thing is really a distraction from the total absence of any post Passion consequences.

[@RabbiMurray]

Well what does the greek word mean ? You never said

[@richardmclaughlin8345]

@@RabbiMurray οὐσία is a form of εἶui the word for "to be", so parousia means to be with. So the word is much more nebulas than "coming". The Church Fathers, assuming that it was a post Crucifixion epistle, simply paraphrased the word as "coming". There isn't the slightest hint of the Crucifixion or any of it's consequences in the Epistle of James. The only Scriptural basis for this is that it hadn't happened yet.

[@bigdonchristsaves3361]

False

[@emilebeetha779]

Thanks for this teaching... Just one problem: why do you say that there's half brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ, our Catholic faith says Our Lord didn't have brothers or sisters. They were to have been younger than Our Lord, so how do you explain a straightforward statement that Our Lord made on the cross, " Behold, your mother." And from that hour that disciple took her to his own home. John 19:27, I won't add v28 " after this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled...Being Jewish, with grown sons and daughters, it would have been an insult to "give" your mother to a stranger. I prefer not to take straight forward verses and give them other meanings.its easy to distort history/ traditions, but we all agree that the Word of God will never change, in fact it's God breathed.

[@emilebeetha779]

Btw Catholic doctrine also follows tradition, that's why I stick with the Word, but I know tradition is important as I remember Sts Paul and Peter both talk about tradition if I recall right.

[@emilebeetha779]

The Jews, like us Africans, called their cousins brother and sister