James 1 & 2 Peter Lessons of Faith at Work

This Bible study focuses on the books of James and 1 and 2 Peter--3 letters that focus on putting faith into action. The letter of James was written to encourage Christians to remember that their behavior and character influences other's acceptance of Christ. He urges Christians to recognize that true faith also requires real action. The letters of Peter bring James' message into the life of the church, showing Christians how to handle persecution from the outside and distraction and heresy from within. This intriguing study helps readers evaluate their own Christian example and put into practice the wisdom offered from these important letters of faith and encouragement. This Bible study comes in workbook form and provides exercises for students, questions for discussion, memory verses, and practical applications. The Wisdom of the Word Bible Study books are great resources for Sunday School classes, small-groups, independent Bible studies, or anyone interested in deepening his/her understanding of the Bible and the amazing truth found in the Christian faith. Jeannie McCullough founded Wisdom of the Word in 1986 when she was a pastor's wife in Bethany, Oklahoma. It began as a weekly Bible study at a local church and within the first year grew to more than 400 members. Today, Wisdom of the Word continues to thrive in churches and in home groups around the country and has proven to be an effective instrument in uniting believers as well as reaching the unchurched and the lost.Shaw, Linda is the author of 'James 1 & 2 Peter Lessons of Faith at Work', published 2007 under ISBN 9780834122994 and ISBN 0834122995.