It was January 8, 1697 at 2:00 in the afternoon. Thomas Aikenhead was led to the gallows on the road between Edinburgh and Leith. The rope was put around his neck and the hangman kicked the ladder from underneath his feet. The 20-year-old boy's body was suspended in the air until dead. What was his crime? Persistent use of the Lord's name in vain. At one time, speaking of God disrespectfully could lead to a death sentence. Today, very few speak of God with reverence. How we speak of God is not inconsequential. It is the third commandment. Join us as we learn why God is concerned for His name.

Command 3 - Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - AAC
Command 3 - Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain - Manuscript - PDF
Command 3 - Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain - Sermon Handout - PDF
Command 3 - Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain - Sermon Handout with blanks - PDF
Command 3 - Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain - Editable Sermon Notes - DOCX

TopicsTongue, Holiness

Is there anything wrong with homosexuality? How far is too far before marriage? What is the biggest danger at the mall? How can my sexuality and money be transformed from a great blessing to a tragic curse? Learn how to handle our sexuality and our money in a way that honors Jesus.

Ephesians 5:1-7 -- Sex and Money - Quicktime and iPhone Audio - M4A
Ephesians 5:1-7 -- Sex and Money - Manuscript - PDF
Ephesians 5:1-7 -- Sex and Money - Sermon Handout - PDF
Ephesians 5:1-7 -- Sex and Money - Life Group Work Sheet - PDF

TopicsSex, Money, Language, Tongue, Words, Purity

What is the most destructive part of the body? The fist. The foot. It is the little piece of flesh behind our teeth called the tongue. When we were little we learned that sticks and stones can break our bones but words will never hurt us. Unfortunately, that is far from the truth. Our words, like fire, can spread and cause incalculable amounts of damage . In this message, James challenges us to get our mouth under control. If we can get our tongue under control, the rest of our life will fall in line.

James - Tongue - Weapon of Mass Destruction - Audio - MP3
James - Tongue - Weapon of Mass Destruction - Quicktime and IPhone Audio - M4A
James - Tongue - Weapon of Mass Destruction - Manuscript - PDF
James - Tongue - Weapon of Mass Destruction - Sermon Handout - PDF
James - Tongue - Weapon of Mass Destruction - Small Group Work Sheet - PDF

TopicsTongue, Judgment

What qualifies someone for heaven? If you have been around Faith Church for a while, the answer should be obvious. It is faith in Jesus Christ, our savior, who died in our place for our sins. In this passage, James throws a Christian curve ball. While we are saved by faith alone, faith is never alone. It always gives evidence of its presence in our lives. What is that evidence? Join us as we discover what real religion looks like.

James - Real Religion - Audio - MP3
James - Real Religion - Quicktime and IPhone Audio - M4A
James - Real Religion - Manuscript - PDF
James - Real Religion - Sermon Handout - PDF
James - Real Religion - Small Group Work Sheet - PDF

TopicsTongue, Language, Poverty, Compassion, Purity, Morality