Sermons on James Keith Sharp “But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may ... Life’s Changing Scenes 5:13-16 30 19. Now, then, observe what is the remedy. What kinder office is there, when a man is agitated, than for a friend to put his hand upon him by way of warning, to startle and recall him? (5)That we may ask deliverance, with a submission to God's will (Psalm 34:7).6. It takes us off from the clear contemplation of the next world, ruffles us, and makes us restless. All true mirth is from the rectitude of the mind, from a right frame of soul that sets and shows itself in a cheerful countenance.(J. (c)Enjoyment of the possession of it. God hath planted in a man affections for every condition, grace for every affection, and a duty for the exercise of every grace, and a season for every duty. It is God's bargain and our promise, that if He would "deliver us," we would "glorify Him" (Psalm 50:15). "Is any merry? εὐθυμεῖ — is he right set, well hung on, as we say? The first answer to our prayers is patience under the trial. The naturalness of religion. "Is any afflicted? Misery is possible in prosperity. And such is the blessed effect of the sacred services on Christians busied about many things, reminding them of the one thing needful, and keeping them from being drawn into the great whirlpool of time and sense.2. In such cases the object pursued naturally absorbs the mind, and excludes all thoughts but those relating to itself. Let him pray; especially let him intercede. Manton. Let him sing songs of praise. Such, too, is indisposition of the soul, of whatever sort, be it passion or affection, hope or .fear, joy or grief. Is anyone cheerful? there is one blessing further vouchsafed even in this world to those who are sanctified and purified by suffering, so much beyond all comfort and all hope, that the Christian who recognises it in the saints who are with Christ trembles and shrinks from appropriating it to himself, lest the very chastisements of God should minister to unchristian presumption. Plummer, D. D.(ver. Here praying 'amiss' is defined, and prayer priorities listed. Let him praise God; let holy David's psalter be as familiar words in his mouth, his daily service, ever repeated, yet ever new and ever sacred. "In order that we may look upward. Instinctively men pray in troubles and sing in joy. Afterwards he was praying in the temple, when Christ appeared to him. This teaches —1. James 5:13. 2. Griefs are eased by groans and utterance. infirm. But the more ordinary means was one which we may enjoy at this day if we choose — the course of religious services, the round of prayer and praise, which, indeed, was also part of St. Paul's discipline, as we have seen, and which has a most gracious effect upon the restless and excited mind, giving it an outlet, yet withal calming, soothing, directing, purifying it. It is the privilege of those who have been themselves cast into the furnace to give assurance of the Son of God walking with them in the midst of the fire. By all which is meant, when we go into particulars, that they ought to fancy that they have something above all other men; ought to neglect their worldly calling, or at best only bear it as a cross; to join themselves to some particular set of religionists; to take part in this or that religious society; go to hear strange preachers, and obtrude their new feelings and new opinions upon others, at times proper and improper. A man may live from week to week in the fever of a decent covetousness, to which he gives some more specious name (for instance, desire of doing his duty by his family), till the heart of religion is eaten out of him. Thanksgiving, or singing to God's praise, is the proper duty in the time of mercies or comforts. Uniformity of experience and duty in heaven. The Christian conversation is like a wheel — every spoke taketh its turn. The soul never worketh more sweetly than when it worketh in the force of some eminent affection. The value of religion. It seems that the church has a tendency to be always going from one extreme to another. Sweet Hour of Prayer (James 5:13-18) In a very real sense, this nation was founded upon prayer. The first answer to our prayers is patience under the trial. And can more still be said? More guidance we need, because our duties become by every trial new and multiplied. By this we become no more servants, but friends, not only believing, but knowing what God doeth; not only obeying, but working with Him, through Christ, in His work.5. (5)That we may ask deliverance, with a submission to God's will (Psalm 34:7).6. However you try, you cannot do works to compare with those which faith and prayer accomplish in the name of Christ.(J. “Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving” (Col 4:2). )LinksJames 5:13 NIVJames 5:13 NLTJames 5:13 ESVJames 5:13 NASBJames 5:13 KJVJames 5:13 Bible AppsJames 5:13 ParallelJames 5:13 Biblia ParalelaJames 5:13 Chinese BibleJames 5:13 French BibleJames 5:13 German BibleJames 5:13 CommentariesBible Hub, (b)Satisfaction with the measure of it. And this brings hope with it; a hope unlike the earthly hopes which we have seen mocking us and coming to nought; or, if fulfilled, mocking us still more, till we loathed their fulfilment, and despised ourselves for indulging in them; but this, a hope that maketh not ashamed; for its root is in the love of God and the Holy Spirit which He has given us; its blossom is in the multiplying graces with which the Saviour rewards every step in our sanctification; and its fruit is found in the certainty of that heavenly region where hope itself can no longer find a place, but dies into fruition, as the night dies into the morning. It is impossible (under God's blessing) for any one to attend the daily service of the Church "with reverence and godly fear," and a wish and effort to give his thoughts to it, and not find himself thereby sobered and brought to recollection. But I dare not say that prayer will certainly take away the affliction for the removal of which you ask. But He has said that "His strength is sufficient for us; for in our weakness is His strength made perfect." So let it be with us. (1)That we may ask patience. And in what spirit can affliction be received by persons who must believe, whether they will or no, that it comes from the hand of God? Happiness is a religious duty; recommends religion; most resembles heaven.Conclusion:1. All prosperous; all sing.(B. Yes! No prayer; no affliction. It often has the effect of saving us from angry words, or extravagant talking, or inconsiderate jesting, or rash resolves. When the affections are stirred up on a carnal occasion, convert them to a religious use (Jeremiah 22:10). "Sing psalms." Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 3. James addresses what the saint should do in the following five situations: (1) When the Saint Suffers, (2) When the Saint Smiles, (3) First, let us consider secular excitements. Excitements are of two kinds — secular and religious. To all such the watchword prescribes itself — Betake you to God. James employs the imagery of two natures in the believer in showing how not to yield to worldly desires, but to resist the devil. By this we become no more servants, but friends, not only believing, but knowing what God doeth; not only obeying, but working with Him, through Christ, in His work.5. It makes a Christian look into his own heart; and it tells him — yea, makes him tell himself — how far less than his sins have deserved are all the chastisements which are laid upon him — how well, how mercifully he is dealt with by the God against whom he has sinned. When you were involved in some perplexing entanglement, were you sure that the silent moments you spent in prayer to your Maker, were just as useful towards clearing up the way before you, as all the address and prudence you were master of? The benefit of the rod is a fruit of the Divine grace, as well as the benefit of the Word. Such, too, is indisposition of the soul, of whatever sort, be it passion or affection, hope or .fear, joy or grief. Misery is possible in prosperity. Trapp.Gr. Sermon by Pastor Shawn Hull, First Baptist Church of Walnut Creek. Adam, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2009. )Prosper in afflictionJohn Knox.Who doubteth but God did mitigate the heaviness of Joseph, although He sent not hasty deliverance in his long imprisonment; and that as He gave him favour in the sight of the jailer, so inwardly also He gave him consolation in spirit? The most ordinary of these excitements, at least in this country, is the pursuit of gain. Our temporal condition is various and diverse; now afflicted, and then merry. And thus we are led on to look to the future: and that further blessing is revealed to us which our affliction is to work — the blessing of faith in God. How they are so shall now be considered.1. He is almighty, loving, unchangeable. The jailer, who for the first time heard the news of salvation through Christ, gave evident signs of transport. When the affections are stirred up on a carnal occasion, convert them to a religious use (Jeremiah 22:10). And this brings hope with it; a hope unlike the earthly hopes which we have seen mocking us and coming to nought; or, if fulfilled, mocking us still more, till we loathed their fulfilment, and despised ourselves for indulging in them; but this, a hope that maketh not ashamed; for its root is in the love of God and the Holy Spirit which He has given us; its blossom is in the multiplying graces with which the Saviour rewards every step in our sanctification; and its fruit is found in the certainty of that heavenly region where hope itself can no longer find a place, but dies into fruition, as the night dies into the morning. Your condition is either a help or a hindrance in religion. From patience, such patience as the mourner receives in answer to his prayer, there is a short, a scarcely perceptible step to comfort; and yet, short as the step is, this is a new gift, a most precious additional blessing. 12): — Prayer and praise, or (in one word) worship, according to St. James, is the Christian remedy for "allaying or carrying off the fever of the mind."(A. (b)the change from one to the other is sometimes extreme. Sudden alterations perplex both body and mind. Mercies work one way or another; they either become the fuel of our lusts or our praises; either they make us thankful or wanton. Mercies work one way or another; they either become the fuel of our lusts or our praises; either they make us thankful or wanton. Next, let us consider how religious excitements are set right by the same Divine medicine. Your condition is either a help or a hindrance in religion. Johns. He must not expect it. What should we do?” James answers, “Pray.”. Did not St. Paul "pray" during his three days of blindness? 2. εὐθυμεῖ — is he right set, well hung on, as we say? Feb 28, 1993. The jailer, who for the first time heard the news of salvation through Christ, gave evident signs of transport. A new world of ideas was opened upon them, and the most astonishing objects presented to their faith. 14 Is anyone among you sickLet them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. Now, certainly, looking at external and second causes, the miracles had much to do in securing this blessed sobriety in the early Christians. However, there is great power in confession. James fires off two short questions (a third follows in 5:14), with crisp, short answers. John Piper Mar 11, 1990 171 Shares Sermon. Yet, though I cannot chant with the nightingale, or chirp with the blackbird, I had rather chatter with the swallow than be altogether silent. Amusements are excitements; the applause of a crowd, emulations, hopes, risks, quarrels, contests, disappointments, successes. It is impossible (under God's blessing) for any one to attend the daily service of the Church "with reverence and godly fear," and a wish and effort to give his thoughts to it, and not find himself thereby sobered and brought to recollection. “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Phil 4:6). But it will not be without use and interest even for them to recall the times of their trial — how they prayed, and how they were heard, in those extremities which brought them, as it were, immediately before the footstool and the mercy-seat of the Lord. Must it not be even in the spirit of cursing? each week. "I cannot," he said, "make it otherwise. It is wisdom to perform what is most seasonable. Religious Worship a Remedy for Excitements, Religious worship a remedy for excitements. Thus a man is sold over into bondage to this world. How they are so shall now be considered.1. Their sins were all freely forgiven them, clean washed away in the waters of baptism. Joy is possible in adversity. I write according to the thoughts I feel; when I think upon God, my heart is so full of joy that the notes dance and leap, as it were, from my pen; and since God has given me a cheerful heart, it will be pardoned me that I serve Him with a cheerful spirit. Awaken yourselves to this service; every new mercy calleth for a new song.7. Do you need to pray to receive forgiveness of your sins? there is one blessing further vouchsafed even in this world to those who are sanctified and purified by suffering, so much beyond all comfort and all hope, that the Christian who recognises it in the saints who are with Christ trembles and shrinks from appropriating it to himself, lest the very chastisements of God should minister to unchristian presumption. Plummer, D. D.)Use of sicknessDuring Dr. Payson's last illness, a friend coming into his room said, "Well, I am sorry to see you lying there on your back." From patience, such patience as the mourner receives in answer to his prayer, there is a short, a scarcely perceptible step to comfort; and yet, short as the step is, this is a new gift, a most precious additional blessing. More strength we feel that we need, because our affliction has taught us our own weakness. Sermon. With what advantage may we strike when the iron is hot! (4)That we may ask a gracious improvement. In a word, it is what we call an excitement of mind. If not in the spirit of prayer, in what spirit besides? "Is any afflicted? "Is any afflicted? Plummer, D. D.)Use of sicknessDuring Dr. Payson's last illness, a friend coming into his room said, "Well, I am sorry to see you lying there on your back." It is God's bargain and our promise, that if He would "deliver us," we would "glorify Him" (Psalm 50:15). Now, certainly, looking at external and second causes, the miracles had much to do in securing this blessed sobriety in the early Christians. It takes us off from the clear contemplation of the next world, ruffles us, and makes us restless. In such cases the object pursued naturally absorbs the mind, and excludes all thoughts but those relating to itself. God hath planted in a man affections for every condition, grace for every affection, and a duty for the exercise of every grace, and a season for every duty. The gift of healing was granted to the apostles as a temporary aid in the work of founding the Christian Church. But He has said that "His strength is sufficient for us; for in our weakness is His strength made perfect." 271). For what purpose but for good does God afflict those who pray to Him? Men who have grown up in the faith and fear of God have a calm and equable piety; so much so, that they are often charged on that very account with being dull, cold, formal, insensible, dead to the next world. (1) All are subject to them. All prosperous; all sing.(B. Now, certainly, looking at external and second causes, the miracles had much to do in securing this blessed sobriety in the early Christians. Next, let us consider how religious excitements are set right by the same Divine medicine. )LinksJames 5:13 NIVJames 5:13 NLTJames 5:13 ESVJames 5:13 NASBJames 5:13 KJVJames 5:13 Bible AppsJames 5:13 ParallelJames 5:13 Biblia ParalelaJames 5:13 Chinese BibleJames 5:13 French BibleJames 5:13 German BibleJames 5:13 CommentariesBible Hub, (b)Both are found at different times in the same persons. )Discipline of afflictionDean Scott.When one considers the amount of affliction which exists in the world, we may well wonder that the simple remedy in the text is as yet an untasted medicine to so many. By all which is meant, when we go into particulars, that they ought to fancy that they have something above all other men; ought to neglect their worldly calling, or at best only bear it as a cross; to join themselves to some particular set of religionists; to take part in this or that religious society; go to hear strange preachers, and obtrude their new feelings and new opinions upon others, at times proper and improper. Thus a man is sold over into bondage to this world. Thus, indeed, a heart may be in some measure and in a few cases (for in the great number nature will rebel and revenge herself) hardened, rather than strengthened, under suffering. Now, certainly, looking at external and second causes, the miracles had much to do in securing this blessed sobriety in the early Christians. Thus, indeed, a heart may be in some measure and in a few cases (for in the great number nature will rebel and revenge herself) hardened, rather than strengthened, under suffering. When Simon the sorcerer sinned, Peter told him, “Repent therefore of this your wickedness, and pray God if perhaps the thought of your heart may be forgiven you” (Act 8:22). Uniformity of experience and duty in heaven. A new world of ideas was opened upon them, and the most astonishing objects presented to their faith. D. And these may ask the question, half-wondering, half-scoffing, "What will the afflicted man gain by praying? Bible Readings - >Psalm 6 & James 5:13-20. More strength we feel that we need, because our affliction has taught us our own weakness. The soul never worketh more sweetly than when it worketh in the force of some eminent affection. He has one idea, and one only before him, which becomes his idol. Next, let us consider how religious excitements are set right by the same Divine medicine. (John Knox. 1. D. September 30, 2018. (1) In affliction it teaches prayer. Their sins were all freely forgiven them, clean washed away in the waters of baptism. Plummer, D. D.(ver. Did not St. Paul "pray" during his three days of blindness? If, however, we regard it as symbolical - perhaps the better view - in that case it would remind all parties that the miraculous cures were effected only by the Holy Spirit, whom the Lord Jesus had given. Mercies work one way or another; they either become the fuel of our lusts or our praises; either they make us thankful or wanton. Yet, though I cannot chant with the nightingale, or chirp with the blackbird, I had rather chatter with the swallow than be altogether silent. Let him pray; especially let him intercede. I have told him how to proceed. 2. Happiness is a religious duty; recommends religion; most resembles heaven.Conclusion:1. The soul never worketh more sweetly than when it worketh in the force of some eminent affection. Your condition is either a help or a hindrance in religion. Now, it stands to reason that a man who has always lived in the contemplation and improvement of his gospel privileges, will not feel that agitating surprise and vehemence of joy which he would feel, and ought to feel, if he had never known anything of them before. The first answer to our prayers is patience under the trial. Must it not be even in the spirit of cursing? Let him pray; especially let him intercede. Our prosperity is like glass, brittle when shining. Let this be well considered. Yea, Lord, create in me a new heart, therein to make melody, and I will be contented with my old voice, until in due time, being admitted into the choir of heaven, I shall have another voice more harmonious bestowed upon me." Uniformity of experience and duty in heaven. Now, it stands to reason that a man who has always lived in the contemplation and improvement of his gospel privileges, will not feel that agitating surprise and vehemence of joy which he would feel, and ought to feel, if he had never known anything of them before. As we could not, as no Christian could pray — even though it were possible — to do away with the redeeming sufferings of His Saviour; so we may not, cannot wish deliverance from the sufferings whereby we are made unto Him. The text was James 4:13-17, our text today. Can it be that it is too simple? )Prayer and praise v. oathsA. Doubt not the power of faith and prayer to effect all things with God. Can my singing of psalms be pleasing to Thine ears, which is unpleasant to my own? 1. It is impossible (under God's blessing) for any one to attend the daily service of the Church "with reverence and godly fear," and a wish and effort to give his thoughts to it, and not find himself thereby sobered and brought to recollection. THE CASE OF THE LIGHT-HEARTED. "In order that we may look upward. This teaches —1. There is no time wherein God doth not invite us to Himself. Such, too, is indisposition of the soul, of whatever sort, be it passion or affection, hope or .fear, joy or grief. As we could not, as no Christian could pray — even though it were possible — to do away with the redeeming sufferings of His Saviour; so we may not, cannot wish deliverance from the sufferings whereby we are made unto Him. This is the perfection of Christianity, to carry an equal pious mind in unequal conditions (Philippians 4:12). Complete development of character. What kinder office is there, when a man is agitated, than for a friend to put his hand upon him by way of warning, to startle and recall him? But it will not be without use and interest even for them to recall the times of their trial — how they prayed, and how they were heard, in those extremities which brought them, as it were, immediately before the footstool and the mercy-seat of the Lord. Is any one desirous of gaining comfort to his soul, of bringing Christ's presence home to his very heart, and of doing the highest and most glorious things for the whole world? Our daily prayer, morning and evening, suspends our occupations of time and sense. Pride on the one hand; despair on the other. Thanksgiving, or singing to God's praise, is the proper duty in the time of mercies or comforts. Yes! But even a medical man has some power to direct the action of the physical laws of disease. H. Newman, D. D.)A spirit religiously cheerfulWhen the poet Carpani inquired of his friend Haydn how it happened that his church music was always so cheerful, the great composer made a most beautiful reply. Joy is possible in adversity. The most ordinary of these excitements, at least in this country, is the pursuit of gain. Now, it stands to reason that a man who has always lived in the contemplation and improvement of his gospel privileges, will not feel that agitating surprise and vehemence of joy which he would feel, and ought to feel, if he had never known anything of them before. )LinksJames 5:13 NIVJames 5:13 NLTJames 5:13 ESVJames 5:13 NASBJames 5:13 KJVJames 5:13 Bible AppsJames 5:13 ParallelJames 5:13 Biblia ParalelaJames 5:13 Chinese BibleJames 5:13 French BibleJames 5:13 German BibleJames 5:13 CommentariesBible Hub, (3)That we may ask hope, and trust and wait upon God for His fatherly love and care. "A poor voice for psalm singingOld Thomas Fuller, who was as noted for his quaintness as for the wisdom of his remarks, had a defective voice; but he did not refuse to praise on this account. There are some religious groups which engage in "healing services" today, and use oil to anoint the sick to produce a miracle. It often has the effect of saving us from angry words, or extravagant talking, or inconsiderate jesting, or rash resolves. And these may ask the question, half-wondering, half-scoffing, "What will the afflicted man gain by praying? Are any cheerful? A man may live from week to week in the fever of a decent covetousness, to which he gives some more specious name (for instance, desire of doing his duty by his family), till the heart of religion is eaten out of him. The permanence of religion. In a word, it is what we call an excitement of mind. If not in the spirit of prayer, in what spirit besides? They should pray. In such cases the object pursued naturally absorbs the mind, and excludes all thoughts but those relating to itself. Why should he expect it? In a word, it is what we call an excitement of mind. Your condition is either a help or a hindrance in religion. Although perplexing to some, Jas. Home >> Bible Studies >> James Studies >> James 5:13-20 These small group studies of James contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. εὐθυμεῖ — is he right set, well hung on, as we say? Faults are not sins, necessarily, though they breed sins; and yet, they are not harmless. With what advantage may we strike when the iron is hot! Yea, Lord, create in me a new heart, therein to make melody, and I will be contented with my old voice, until in due time, being admitted into the choir of heaven, I shall have another voice more harmonious bestowed upon me." It sees the particular points in which mercy has tempered His judgments, and it feels; even if it cannot see, His lovingkindness interfused throughout the whole. Now, certainly, looking at external and second causes, the miracles had much to do in securing this blessed sobriety in the early Christians. A new world of ideas was opened upon them, and the most astonishing objects presented to their faith. let him sing psalms.Religious worship a remedy for excitementsJ. Is any one desirous of gaining comfort to his soul, of bringing Christ's presence home to his very heart, and of doing the highest and most glorious things for the whole world? Trapp.Gr. When a friend you loved lay sick of some dangerous malady, tossing restlessly on a sleepless pillow; and when you had mixed the composing draught and given it to his feverish lips, and then lifted up your heart to God on his behalf, did you feel that that prayer might be just as real a cause of repose or of convalescence as anything that medical skill could suggest, or careful love supply? Yet, though I cannot chant with the nightingale, or chirp with the blackbird, I had rather chatter with the swallow than be altogether silent. Afterwards he was praying in the temple, when Christ appeared to him. It is God's bargain and our promise, that if He would "deliver us," we would "glorify Him" (Psalm 50:15). (a)The change from the one to the other is sometimes sudden. Such, indeed, was the temper of Naaman (2 Kings 5:11, 12). )Prayer and praise v. oathsA. Posted on: July 23, 2016. Is any merry? "A poor voice for psalm singingOld Thomas Fuller, who was as noted for his quaintness as for the wisdom of his remarks, had a defective voice; but he did not refuse to praise on this account. And those who are thus comforted have a further and most precious privilege — to comfort others as none else can (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). The soul never worketh more sweetly than when it worketh in the force of some eminent affection. Doubt not the power of faith and prayer to effect all things with God. These kept them from wilfulness and extravagance, and tempered them to the spirit of godly fear. They should sing songs of praise. Let restless persons attend upon the worship of the Church, which will attune their minds in harmony with Christ's law, while it unburdens them. Here we see one very momentous use of prayer and praise to all of us; it breaks the current of worldly thoughts. Your condition is either a help or a hindrance in religion. And this is the singular benefit of stated worship, that it statedly interferes with the urgency of worldly excitements. But a miserable comfort it would be, even though one did achieve a heart of stone! (1) In affliction it teaches prayer. Sermon Illustrations for Proper 21 | Ordinary Time 26 (2012)-- Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22, James 5:13-20, Mark 9:38-50-- Richard A. Hasler, Mark Ellingsen, Bob Ove, Cynthia E. Cowen, Mark J. 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