James: Simply the Gospel (Not Your Average Bible Study)

by John D. Barry

Publisher:

Lexham Press

, 2014

Simply the Gospel

It’s easy to get tangled up in the cares of this world and forget what’s important in life. When we lose sight of the big picture, James reminds us what truly matters: simply the gospel. He challenges us to be “doers of the Word, and not hearers only.” The gospel should define how we think, feel, and act.

In James: Simply the Gospel, John D. Barry guides you through this letter with practical insights and helpful questions. Perfect for studying with a group or with just your favorite Bible, this Bible study will pull you closer to the gospel.

Not Your Average Bible Study Series

The Not Your Average Bible Study series combines a deep understanding of the biblical text with real-world application that is relevant to our lives today. Drawn from Bible Study Magazine, each volume in this series guides you step-by-step through Scripture, helping you discover powerful insights as you move through the text, digging into the Bible on a whole new level. With discussion and reflection questions, specific prayer suggestions, and ideas for further study, you’ll see how easy it is to apply these lessons to your everyday life. This is not your average Bible study.

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Contents

Top Highlights

“James helps us look at our lives with a new perspective. He questions everything that we think matters, to show us what is really important: simply the gospel—lived through how we think, feel and act.” (Page 3)

“To be a Christian in this time was beyond inconvenient; it was painful. It always involved being willing to sacrifice everything, including your family, job and even your life.” (Page 8)

“If religion is about practicing one thing, our religion should be about being like Christ. We are called to live according to His desires; we must be led by our relationship with Him. Our lives, and those of others, will continue to be in shambles until we begin to live for the purpose of helping and loving other people. It’s such a simple idea, which is precisely why it’s part of Christ’s gospel.” (Page 21)

“Like the stock market, returns on relationships are proportionate to what you’re willing to risk” (Page 61)

“Many of us have fallen victim to the notion that life is just a series of pursuits” (Page 3)

Product Details

• Title: James: Simply the Gospel
• Author: John D. Barry
• Series: Not Your Average Bible Study
• Publisher: Lexham Press
• Publication Date: 2014
• Pages: 112
• Format: Logos Digital, Paperback
• Trim Size: 6x9
• ISBN: 9781577995500

About John D. Barry

John D. Barry is the CEO and Founder of Jesus' Economy, a non-profit dedicated to creating jobs and churches in the developing world. He also serves as a missionary with Resurrect Church Movement, the domestic division of Jesus' Economy dedicated to equipping U.S. churches to alleviate poverty and plant churches. John is the editor of Lexham Bible Dictionary and has authored or edited over 30 books, including The Resurrected Servant in Isaiah, Cutting Ties with Darkness, and the daily devotional Connect the Testaments. John formerly served as founding publisher of Lexham Press and is the former editor-in-chief of Bible Study Magazine. John speaks internationally on engaging the Bible, poverty, and spreading the gospel.