New Testament Survey
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
JAMES
OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:
- Name the author of the book of James.
- Identify to whom the book of James was written.
- State the purpose for the book of James.
- Write the Key Verse of the book of James from memory.
- State the Life and Ministry Principle for the book of James.
INTRODUCTION
AUTHOR: James
TO WHOM: Believers among the twelve tribes of Israel
PURPOSE: To comfort believers undergoing trials for their faith.
KEY VERSE: James 2:26
LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: Faith is the foundation of works.
MAIN CHARACTERS: James, Abraham, Isaac, Rahab, Job, Elijah
OUTLINE
I. Introduction: James 1:1
A. From: James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ: James 1:1
B. To: The twelve tribes scattered abroad: James 1:1
II. Faith in suffering: James 1:1-18
A. Response to suffering: Joy: James 1:2