The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James (Jenga — Faith in action!)

2025-03-16

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - James 2:14-26 (James 2:14-26; Ephesians 2:8-9; Galatians 5:22; 6:10; Matthew 9:36; 1 John 3:16-18; Hebrews 10:38) This is a direct question: Is your faith dead or alive? We’d naturally say our faith is alive, but James gives us a clear picture of what real faith looks like. Faith, or having Christ, always leads to action. It's more than just knowing about God or talking about Him; it's about living out the character of Jesus Christ. Faith means Christ is alive in you, and if He is, it will be evident! Faith is like playing Jenga. You can talk a big game, but winning requires action. You can’t just look at it—you have to make a move! Faith is action! Series description: Who doesn’t enjoy playing boa...

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - James 2:14-26 (James 2:14-26; Ephesians 2:8-9; Galatians 5:22; 6:10; Matthew 9:36; 1 John 3:16-18; Hebrews 10:38)

This is a direct question: Is your faith dead or alive? We’d naturally say our faith is alive, but James gives us a clear picture of what real faith looks like. Faith, or having Christ, always leads to action. It's more than just knowing about God or talking about Him; it's about living out the character of Jesus Christ. Faith means Christ is alive in you, and if He is, it will be evident! Faith is like playing Jenga. You can talk a big game, but winning requires action. You can’t just look at it—you have to make a move! Faith is action!

Series description:

Who doesn’t enjoy playing board games? Many of us have fond memories of family game nights, filled with laughter, competition, and fun. At the heart of it, games are enjoyable because they often reflect real-life situations. We strive to win, get ahead, but like life, games come with ups, downs, setbacks, and challenges.

The book of James is full of practical wisdom for navigating everyday life. It addresses issues like trouble, conflict, the words we speak, anger, and how to live out our faith. In this study, we’ll use popular games as illustrations to explore the lessons James teaches. Come ready to take notes, follow along, and learn how to succeed in the game of life!

The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James
Jenga — Faith in action!
James 2:14-26
 
The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James
Jenga — Faith in action!
 
I. Is your faith dead?
A. do you talk about faith, but take no action?
B. do you respond to needs?
II. Is your faith real?
A. real faith obeys despite uncertainty
B. real faith challenges us all
 
Illustration #1: Someone playing Jenga
 
Illustration #2a: FBC Staff playing Jenga on a trip
 
Illustration #2b: FBC Staff playing Jenga on a trip
 
Illustration #2c: FBC Staff playing Jenga on a trip
 