Living by the Book/Living by the Book Workbook Set (158 page)

Have you reviewed the Old Testament stories James refers to?

• Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22; James 2:21–24)

• Rahab (Joshua 2; James 2:25)

• Job (Book of Job; James 5:11)

• Elijah (1 Kings 17–18; James 5:17–18)

As you can see, there may be much left to be covered. And perhaps you wish to add other topics of your own for follow-up.

W
hen it comes to Application, perhaps no book is easier than James to understand and start applying in numerous practical ways. Therefore, let’s examine one chapter at a time, using the nine-question method to find as many ways as possible to begin to apply what James is telling us. Today’s assignment is to read James 1 and answer these questions.

Is there an example for me to follow?

Is there a sin to avoid?

Is there a promise to claim?

Is there a prayer to repeat?

Is there a command to obey?

Is there a condition to meet?

Is there a verse to memorize?

Is there an error to mark?

Is there a challenge to face?

M
oving on to James 2, here are the same nine questions to consider. Remember, this is no longer a mere Bible “study.” The purpose at this stage is Application. What are you finding in the text that should literally change the way you are living your life?

Is there an example for me to follow?

Is there a sin to avoid?

Is there a promise to claim?

Is there a prayer to repeat?