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SSEFC 2/9/20 "Knocked Down But Not Out p.2" - James 1:1-4

SSEFC 2/9/20 "Knocked Down but not out p.2" - James 1:1-4 

outline: 

1. The Purposeful Jab (v.3) 

2. The Perfect Result (v.4) 

Quote: 

"Without trials , we would never develop endurance."

Application: 

1. Do you understand that you cannot control the trials that you will face? (i.e. being good, being smart, etc.) 

2. What is the significance of James starting verse 3 with the word "knowing" ?

3. How well do you endure trials? What did you learn about perseverance and patience? 

4. What is meant by the statement: "maturity is developed only by the laboratory of life?"