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lesson 7
I. A Mistaken Mindset: The wisdom from the world (and the devil) is good and sufficient - James 3:14-16
A. It leads to a life full of envy - James 3:14
B. It leads to a life full of selfish ambition - James 3:14
C. It results in a denial of the truth - James 3:14
D. It produces (or is accompanied by) disorder - James 3:16
E. It produces (or is accompanied by) every evil practice - James 3:16
II. A Correct Mindset: A Christian must use the wisdom that comes from God - James 3:15-18
A. Such wisdom is seen in the good life one lives and in his deeds done in humility - James 3:13
B. It is characterized by a life that is pure, peace-loving, considerate, and submissive - James 3:17
C. It is also impartial, sincere, and full of mercy and good fruit - James 3:17
D. Such a life, sown in peace, produces a harvest of righteousness - James 3:18
III. Conclusion - Let the wise man show his wisdom by means of his attitude, his good conduct, and his fruit (deeds) - Proverbs 2:10-15
IV. Memory Verse - James 3:17
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