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February 11, 2024 at 10:30 AM

February 11, 2024 Bulletin

Sermon: Using Stress To Our Advantage
Text: James 1:1 – 8
Thesis: James Tackles The Truth About Stress.

I. First, James Reveals That Stress Is Predictable.
A. It is part of life on earth.
B. It’s not going away.

II. Secondly, James Reveals That Stress Is Problematic.
A. We must learn to deal with it.
B. It can be very destructive when not dealt with.

III. Thirdly, James Reveals That Stress Is Paradoxical.
A. James shows us this clearly.
B. God works through the most absurd of things.

IV. Fourthly, James Reveals That Stress Is Purposeful.
A. God can use stress to refine us.
B. We hope to come through being better suited and prepared for life.

V. Fifthly, James Reveals That Stress Can Be Profitable.
A. God can use stress for His good.
B. God can use stress for His glory too.

Conclusion: James wrote these words a very long time ago. They have been read many times, by many people who were dealing which things from persecution to being lay off work and more. May they have, in part, seen these five fascinating facts about stress. May all of us be blessed and encouraged to grow in our faith due to them.

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