Streets Need Faith – Bible Study (James Series)James 1:2–4 | Counting It All Joy James writes to persecuted believers who lost homes, family, and stability. Instead of complaining, he calls them to rejoice in trials not because pain is good, but because God uses trials to mature our faith. Key Truths - James calls himself a bondservant (doulos) not Jesus’ brother showing humility and surrendered identity. - Joy (chara) is not fake happiness; it’s deep spiritual confidence that God is working. - Trials are refining fire, not punishment. They produce steadfastness (hypomonē) endurance that doesn’t quit. - God uses pressure to make us complete, lacking nothing. Modern Trials Look Like Addiction recovery, broken families, financial pressure, loneliness, mental battles, mockery for faith. Just like prison and rock-bottom seasons God doesn’t waste pain. He forges unshakable faith. Cross-References Romans 5:3–4 | 1 Peter 1:6–7 | 2 Corinthians 12:9 | John 16:33 | Hebrews 12:2 Big Takeaway Joy in trials doesn’t deny pain. It trusts God’s purpose. Your testimony through suffering may be someone else’s breakthrough. Reflection - What trial is God using to refine you right now? - What fears or doubts might He be burning away? - Who can you encourage with your story this week? Weekly Challenge - Personal: Journal daily during a trial what you felt, prayed, and learned. - Evangelistic: Share James 1:2–4 with one struggling person this week. God doesn’t break His people. He builds them.

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This community exists for believers who want real discipleship. Not hype. Not performance. Not church games. Here we focus on Bible study, fellowship, prayer, leadership growth, and faith-based courses rooted in Scripture. If you’re new, introduce yourself below:• Where you’re from• How long you’ve been walking with Christ• What you’re hoping to grow in This is a safe place to learn, grow, and walk this out together. Bible Study 🕗 Live Bible Study every week at 8:00 PM EST Course Release Schedule We release new course lessons weekly as part of partnership: • Monday: The Mind, Trauma, and the Bible • Wednesday: Breaking Cycles: Habits, Triggers, and Obedience • Friday: Identity, Emotions, and the Renewed Mind Lessons are added over time. No rush. No pressure. Just steady growth. About Partnership Streets Need Faith is free to join. For those who feel led to partner, partnership includes: • Access to all discipleship courses • Weekly course lessons and teachings • Support for the ongoing work of the ministry • Monthly Partner Prayer Call Partner only if you feel led.

The past week has been very busy for me and I need rest. Therefore we will kick back off Friday with the Bible studies! We must prioritize rest and use wisdom with the work we do!

We hit double digits of people locking in for Christ tonight ✝️❤️ Keep praying!