The Book of James: Trials, Wisdom, and Living Out Your Faith In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother welcomes guest Amy Jo Girardier to dive into the opening chapter of James as part of their five-week study. They discuss the book’s practical, wisdom-packed approach to integrating faith with
Faith That Works: How James Calls Us to Action and Integrity In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother wraps up a five-week deep dive into the book of James, focusing on the practical integration of faith and everyday life. Joined by Brian Ball, the conversation unpacks James chapter
Faith Works: How James Calls Us to Love Without Distinctions In this episode of Sermon Notes, Amy-Jo Girardier and Brentwood Baptist’s senior pastor Jay Strother dive deep into James Chapter 2 and explore the themes of authentic faith in action. Together, they unpack the dangers of favoritism in the
The following first appeared in Public Square Magazine. As a psychologist and psychotherapist who specializes in the relationship between psychology and faith, I regularly work with religious people who struggle with feelings of unworthiness and guilt. Some of them have developed symptoms of OCD/Scrupulosity because their thoughts and feelings convince
Catalyst Question Share about a time when, even after you made a mistake, someone gave you a second chance. Repentance as the Fertilizer of Faith This week, the annual NCAA basketball tournaments begin. Dubbed “March Madness,” two tournaments seek to crown the respective men’s and women’s team champion for Division 1
Colossians: How Suffering Refines Faith and Advances the Gospel’s Reach In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Brian Ball and guest Fadi Al Hagal, the Multiplication Minister at Brentwood Baptist, delve into the themes of church multiplication and suffering in the Christian faith. They discuss the role of church
Scripture: Matthew 25:40 Devotion When we see the suffering and brokenness in the world, it should stir something deep within us—a desire to respond and make a difference. Whether it’s children without stable homes, families facing overwhelming challenges, or individuals feeling isolated, these needs should move us to act. But
By Pastor Rob Rose, Assistant to the Bishop, Florida-Bahamas Synod Republished from the Florida-Bahamas Synod E-Spirit Weekly Newsletter The past week took me on a journey across our synod, from the west coast to the east, meeting with congregations that had been battered by both Hurricane Helene and