Worship Preparation Guide for April 24, 2022

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April 24, 2022 | 2 PM

Call to Worship: Isaiah 6:1-3
Confession of Faith: The Apostles’ Creed
Hymns and Psalter Selections:

#230 Holy, Holy, Holy!
#452 Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
#204 A Parting Hymn We Sing

Sermon: James 5:1-6 (Woe to the Rich!)
Series: Practical Wisdom in a Godless World

Discussion Questions:

  1. James is addressing the rich in this passage. Are the rich believer or unbelievers? Support your answer.

  2. What is the tone of this passage?

  3. What is James’ concern regarding the rich and the poor in this passage?

  4. Why are the rich condemned? NOTE: There are at least four reasons.

  5. How does this passage relate to the work and ministry of Christ?

Applications:  

  1. Throughout history, the rich have often taken advantage of the poor. Being rich is not a sin, but how we use our wealth can be, depending on how we use it. In what ways are you using material blessing for the glory of God and his kingdom?

  2. Jesus teaches his followers to lay up treasure in heaven and not on earth. In what ways are you storing treasure in heaven?

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