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Sea of Fire MinistriesThe Law of Christ: The Law and the ChristianJames Meyers, III begins a new series regarding the Law and how it applies to the Christian. Today, he introduces the subject by citing Old Testament passages before considering what the apostle Paul said in the third chapter in Galatians. In our age, it would seem there are only two positions: antinomianism or legalism. James Meyers, III says a pox on both those houses. Through this series, we hope you gain a new appreciation for God’s Law.
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2025-03-2425 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Law of Christ: The Law and the ChristianJames Meyers, III begins a new series regarding the Law and how it applies to the Christian. Today, he introduces the subject by citing Old Testament passages before considering what the apostle Paul said in the third chapter in Galatians. In our age, it would seem there are only two positions: antinomianism or legalism. James Meyers, III says a pox on both those houses. Through this series, we hope you gain a new appreciation for God’s Law.
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2025-03-2425 minSea of Fire Ministries16 The Epistle of James: Patience for the ParousiaJames Meyers, III considers the stark warning of St. James found in the first half of his fifth chapter. St. James draws his readers into a great exhortation toward endurance which is a blessing from God in His divine and sovereign will. However, he uses an unlikely example, the suffering Job, who does not appear very patient at first glance. James Meyers discusses how we can be encouraged by what St. James says about this intriguing Old Testament servant of God.
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2025-03-1031 minSea of Fire Ministries16 The Epistle of James: Patience for the ParousiaJames Meyers, III considers the stark warning of St. James found in the first half of his fifth chapter. St. James draws his readers into a great exhortation toward endurance which is a blessing from God in His divine and sovereign will. However, he uses an unlikely example, the suffering Job, who does not appear very patient at first glance. James Meyers discusses how we can be encouraged by what St. James says about this intriguing Old Testament servant of God.
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2025-03-1031 minSea of Fire Ministries17 The Epistle of James: Above AllJames Meyers, III concludes our consideration of the Epistle of James by discussing what is written about the veracity and trustworthiness of our word, which is very reflective of what Christ said. All of this blessed letter has led to this wonderful conclusion which is precipitated by a most striking qualifier: “Above all.” When the great apostle gives such a call to attention, we ought to give such greater attention. James Meyers does so by encouraging Christians toward looking to Christ, the author and finisher of our faith.
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2025-03-1032 minSea of Fire Ministries17 The Epistle of James: Above AllJames Meyers, III concludes our consideration of the Epistle of James by discussing what is written about the veracity and trustworthiness of our word, which is very reflective of what Christ said. All of this blessed letter has led to this wonderful conclusion which is precipitated by a most striking qualifier: “Above all.” When the great apostle gives such a call to attention, we ought to give such greater attention. James Meyers does so by encouraging Christians toward looking to Christ, the author and finisher of our faith.
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2025-03-1032 minSea of Fire Ministries14 The Epistle of James: Subspecies Aeternitatis (Under the Auspices of the Eternal)James Meyers, III gives a brief overview of certain philosophical systems which pervade our age and even the Church, in particular in the realm of how we view time. James considers this as a preliminary message going into the concluding passage found in the fourth chapter of the Epistle of St. James.
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2025-01-2026 minSea of Fire Ministries14 The Epistle of James: Subspecies Aeternitatis (Under the Auspices of the Eternal)James Meyers, III gives a brief overview of certain philosophical systems which pervade our age and even the Church, in particular in the realm of how we view time. James considers this as a preliminary message going into the concluding passage found in the fourth chapter of the Epistle of St. James.
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2025-01-2026 minSea of Fire Ministries15 The Epistle of James: Deo Volente (God Willing)James Meyers, III considers what St. James said rebuking presumptive and boastful planning. While planning is not itself inherently evil, when done outside the confines of God’s will, it is arrogant and therefore, sinful, as St. James concludes the fourth chapter. James discusses some historical secular ideas which tend to emerge even within the Christian conscience. The Christian worldview is one which is seen within an eternal timeframe, and thus, as R.C. Sproul articulated, “Right now counts forever.”
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2025-01-2032 minSea of Fire Ministries15 The Epistle of James: Deo Volente (God Willing)James Meyers, III considers what St. James said rebuking presumptive and boastful planning. While planning is not itself inherently evil, when done outside the confines of God’s will, it is arrogant and therefore, sinful, as St. James concludes the fourth chapter. James discusses some historical secular ideas which tend to emerge even within the Christian conscience. The Christian worldview is one which is seen within an eternal timeframe, and thus, as R.C. Sproul articulated, “Right now counts forever.”
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2025-01-2032 minSea of Fire Ministries14 The Epistle of James: Subspecies Aeternititas (Under the Auspices of the Eternal)James Meyers, III gives a brief overview of certain philosophical systems which pervade our age and even the Church, in particular in the realm of how we view time. James considers this as a preliminary message going into the concluding passage found in the fourth chapter of the Epistle of St. James.
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2025-01-2026 minSea of Fire Ministries12 The Epistle of James: Wars of PrideJames Meyers, III considers what St. James said about the infighting which sadly takes place within the church. While conflicts have raged since the beginning, it is incongruous that the Church should reflect the battles waged in the world. All such strife are children of pride and envy; but God gives grace to the humble.
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2025-01-1330 minSea of Fire Ministries12 The Epistle of James: Wars of PrideJames Meyers, III considers what St. James said about the infighting which sadly takes place within the church. While conflicts have raged since the beginning, it is incongruous that the Church should reflect the battles waged in the world. All such strife are children of pride and envy; but God gives grace to the humble.
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2025-01-1330 minSea of Fire Ministries13 The Epistle of James: Humility's VictoryJames Meyers, III considers what St. James said regarding how to overcome the world. As Christ has overcome the world, even so, we are thus equipped to overcome as well. This is done through a true submission to God, a relentless resistance to the devil, and an ever humbly repentant heart seeking God’s forgiveness and lifting us nearer to Him.
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2025-01-1329 minSea of Fire Ministries13 The Epistle of James: Humility's VictoryJames Meyers, III considers what St. James said regarding how to overcome the world. As Christ has overcome the world, even so, we are thus equipped to overcome as well. This is done through a true submission to God, a relentless resistance to the devil, and an ever humbly repentant heart seeking God’s forgiveness and lifting us nearer to Him.
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2025-01-1329 minSea of Fire Ministries10 The Epistle of James: Who is Wise and Understanding?James Meyers, III considers what St. James said regarding wisdom which is found in the third chapter of his epistle. There is, indeed, a wisdom of this world which is to be distinguished from the wisdom which is of heaven, which is another way of saying wisdom which is from God. Wisdom sown from above reaps good fruits, while wisdom from below reaps bad works.
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2025-01-0629 minSea of Fire Ministries10 The Epistle of James: Who is Wise and Understanding?James Meyers, III considers what St. James said regarding wisdom which is found in the third chapter of his epistle. There is, indeed, a wisdom of this world which is to be distinguished from the wisdom which is of heaven, which is another way of saying wisdom which is from God. Wisdom sown from above reaps good fruits, while wisdom from below reaps bad works.
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2025-01-0629 minSea of Fire Ministries11 The Epistle of James: Where Do Wars and Fights Come From?James Meyers, III discusses the intramural quarrels within the church which, as St. James said in his fourth chapter, proceed from a lack of wisdom which spawns humility. Such wisdom is to be faithfully requested from God as St. James mentioned in 1:5-8, concluding with what such double-mindedness brings; namely, a chaotic storm of frustration and folly.
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2025-01-0632 minSea of Fire Ministries11 The Epistle of James: Where Do Wars and Fights Come From?James Meyers, III discusses the intramural quarrels within the church which, as St. James said in his fourth chapter, proceed from a lack of wisdom which spawns humility. Such wisdom is to be faithfully requested from God as St. James mentioned in 1:5-8, concluding with what such double-mindedness brings; namely, a chaotic storm of frustration and folly.
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2025-01-0632 minSea of Fire Ministries9 The Epistle of James: The Tongue of FireJames Meyers, III continues to consider what St. James says in the third chapter of his epistle about the extensive and potentially disastrous effects it can have. Using vivid illustrations, he illuminates the terrible ruin words can cause to their recipients. Even so, while this is a stark warning to the church at large, it is well for every Christian to pray for their preachers and teachers in particular, to ground them in the instruction of the Lord, embrace their calling in sober humility, and to ever strive to preach and teach to the Glory of God, and not...2024-12-2333 minSea of Fire Ministries9 The Epistle of James: The Tongue of FireJames Meyers, III continues to consider what St. James says in the third chapter of his epistle about the extensive and potentially disastrous effects it can have. Using vivid illustrations, he illuminates the terrible ruin words can cause to their recipients. Even so, while this is a stark warning to the church at large, it is well for every Christian to pray for their preachers and teachers in particular, to ground them in the instruction of the Lord, embrace their calling in sober humility, and to ever strive to preach and teach to the Glory of God, and not...2024-12-2333 minSea of Fire Ministries8 The Epistle of James: The Power of the TongueJames Meyers, III considers what St. James says in his epistle about the nature and charge of teaching in the ministry of the church and such as should not be taken lightly. James discusses how influential communication has been, is, and ever shall be and thus, must be regarded for how our communication influences ourselves and others and how others’ communication influences us. As Christ said, out of the heart, the mouth speaks, but He had many admonitions against itching ears and hearty invitations for those who have ears to hear.
Sea of Fire Ministries on YouTube2024-12-2329 minSea of Fire Ministries8 The Epistle of James: The Power of the TongueJames Meyers, III considers what St. James says in his epistle about the nature and charge of teaching in the ministry of the church and such as should not be taken lightly. James discusses how influential communication has been, is, and ever shall be and thus, must be regarded for how our communication influences ourselves and others and how others’ communication influences us. As Christ said, out of the heart, the mouth speaks, but He had many admonitions against itching ears and hearty invitations for those who have ears to hear.
Sea of Fire Ministries on YouTube2024-12-2329 minSea of Fire Ministries7 The Epistle of James: A Working FaithJames Meyers, III concludes our consideration of James 2:14-26 by discussing the examples which St. James cites: namely, Abraham and Rahab. Upon reflecting these two disparate saints of God, James further illustrates these two blessed individuals are not merely examples of living faith, but are ancestors of our Lord Jesus Christ. With Christmas approaching, we are encouraged to see the deeds we do in faith are done in the incarnate Son of God.
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2024-12-1632 minSea of Fire Ministries7 The Epistle of James: A Working FaithJames Meyers, III concludes our consideration of James 2:14-26 by discussing the examples which St. James cites: namely, Abraham and Rahab. Upon reflecting these two disparate saints of God, James further illustrates these two blessed individuals are not merely examples of living faith, but are ancestors of our Lord Jesus Christ. With Christmas approaching, we are encouraged to see the deeds we do in faith are done in the incarnate Son of God.
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2024-12-1632 minSea of Fire Ministries6 The Epistle of James: Fides Viva (Living Faith)James Meyers, III discusses perhaps the most controversial passage found in the Epistle of James, chapter 2, verses 14 through 26. Historically, some great theologians of the church thought St. James contradicted the teachings of Paul, or more specifically, the Protestant motto, “justified by faith.” James Meyers shows how these great saints are far from contradictory. In fact, they taught the same theology as it relates to faith.
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2024-12-1631 minSea of Fire Ministries6 The Epistle of James: Fides Viva (Living Faith)James Meyers, III discusses perhaps the most controversial passage found in the Epistle of James, chapter 2, verses 14 through 26. Historically, some great theologians of the church thought St. James contradicted the teachings of Paul, or more specifically, the Protestant motto, “justified by faith.” James Meyers shows how these great saints are far from contradictory. In fact, they taught the same theology as it relates to faith.
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2024-12-1631 minSea of Fire Ministries5 The Epistle of James: No PartialityJames Meyers, III considers what St. James is saying in chapter 2, verses 1 through 13, in his epistle. While this passage seems quite practical and easily understood on its surface, James Meyers takes us a bit deeper to better grasp the great truth found therein.
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2024-12-0234 minSea of Fire Ministries5 The Epistle of James: No PartialityJames Meyers, III considers what St. James is saying in chapter 2, verses 1 through 13, in his epistle. While this passage seems quite practical and easily understood on its surface, James Meyers takes us a bit deeper to better grasp the great truth found therein.
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2024-12-0234 minSea of Fire Ministries4 The Epistle of James: Doing the Implanted WordJames Meyers, III discusses verses 19-27 of the first chapter in the Epistle of James. Verse 19 begins something of a transition into the remainder of the epistle. It is still an introduction but somewhat distinct from what has preceded it. James Meyers, III gives a cautionary, yet encouraging, lesson about this portion of the epistle before we proceed to the body therein
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2024-11-2531 minSea of Fire Ministries4 The Epistle of James: Doing the Implanted WordJames Meyers, III discusses verses 19-27 of the first chapter in the Epistle of James. Verse 19 begins something of a transition into the remainder of the epistle. It is still an introduction but somewhat distinct from what has preceded it. James Meyers, III gives a cautionary, yet encouraging, lesson about this portion of the epistle before we proceed to the body therein
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2024-11-2531 minSea of Fire Ministries3 The Epistle of James: Glory in HumilityJames Meyers, III considers verses 9-18 of the first chapter of the Epistle of James. In this message, he discusses the logical flow of the epistle, what James is introducing in these verses, and how God is sovereign over all.
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2024-11-1832 minSea of Fire Ministries3 The Epistle of James: Glory in HumilityJames Meyers, III considers verses 9-18 of the first chapter of the Epistle of James. In this message, he discusses the logical flow of the epistle, what James is introducing in these verses, and how God is sovereign over all.
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2024-11-1832 minSea of Fire Ministries2 The Epistle of James: Count it All JoyTrials can be quite difficult for the Christian. Today, James Meyers, III begins to consider what St. James has to say about this in his magnificent epistle. James discusses this and where some of these verses strikingly reflect Christ’s Sermon on the Mount and other later epistles.
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2024-11-1132 minSea of Fire Ministries2 The Epistle of James: Count it All JoyTrials can be quite difficult for the Christian. Today, James Meyers, III begins to consider what St. James has to say about this in his magnificent epistle. James discusses this and where some of these verses strikingly reflect Christ’s Sermon on the Mount and other later epistles.
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2024-11-1132 minSea of Fire Ministries1 The Epistle of James: Introducing St. JamesJames Meyers, III begins a new series surveying the great Epistle of St. James. He commences with a consideration of the background of this blessed epistle.
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2024-11-0432 minSea of Fire Ministries1 The Epistle of James: Introducing St. JamesJames Meyers, III begins a new series surveying the great Epistle of St. James. He commences with a consideration of the background of this blessed epistle.
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2024-11-0432 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: The Paralytic and His FriendsJames Meyers, III considers the account of Christ forgiving and healing the paralytic who was obtrusively, yet endearingly, let down through a roof before Jesus. James considers this and concludes with what Paul said in 2 Timothy 3.
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2024-10-0734 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: The Breadth of the WildJames Meyers, III discusses the living creatures of whom God questions Job which can be found in chapter 39. James finds this section of God’s response to Job fascinating and enlightening.
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2024-09-2336 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: The Breadth of the WildJames Meyers, III discusses the living creatures of whom God questions Job which can be found in chapter 39. James finds this section of God’s response to Job fascinating and enlightening.
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2024-09-2336 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: From Weeping to LaughterJames Meyers, III discusses the sweet narrative of Christ raising the son of a widow back to life in the town of Nain found in Luke 7:11 - 17. James, also, shows the parallels between this account and the Centurion considered in our last message to the prophetic ministries of the great prophets, Elijah and Elisha.
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2024-09-1632 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: From Weeping to LaughterJames Meyers, III discusses the sweet narrative of Christ raising the son of a widow back to life in the town of Nain found in Luke 7:11 - 17. James, also, shows the parallels between this account and the Centurion considered in our last message to the prophetic ministries of the great prophets, Elijah and Elisha.
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2024-09-1632 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: A Centurion's FaithJames Meyers, III discusses the Centurion who pleaded for Christ to heal his servant. This wonderful experience can be found in Matthew 8:5 - 13 and Luke 7:1 - 10. James, also, briefly explains the discrepancies between the two accounts.
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2024-09-0929 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: A Centurion's FaithJames Meyers, III discusses the Centurion who pleaded for Christ to heal his servant. This wonderful experience can be found in Matthew 8:5 - 13 and Luke 7:1 - 10. James, also, briefly explains the discrepancies between the two accounts.
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2024-09-0929 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: The Syro-Phoenician WomanJames Meyers, III considers the wonderful account of the Syro-Phoenician woman who met with Christ, imploring Christ to heal her suffering daughter. It is one of James’s favorite encounters between Christ and another found in the Gospels. The account can be found in the Gospel of St. Matthew 15:21-28 and the Gospel of St. Mark 7:24-30.
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2024-09-0231 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: The Syro-Phoenician WomanJames Meyers, III considers the wonderful account of the Syro-Phoenician woman who met with Christ, imploring Christ to heal her suffering daughter. It is one of James’s favorite encounters between Christ and another found in the Gospels. The account can be found in the Gospel of St. Matthew 15:21-28 and the Gospel of St. Mark 7:24-30.
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2024-09-0231 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: God AnswersJames Meyers, III begins to consider God’s answer to Job and Job’s response. Job had asked many questions and he is answered with many questions. Why? James discusses this as well as some personal applications for the Christian.
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2024-08-2627 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: God AnswersJames Meyers, III begins to consider God’s answer to Job and Job’s response. Job had asked many questions and he is answered with many questions. Why? James discusses this as well as some personal applications for the Christian.
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2024-08-2627 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: I Am the Good ShepherdJames Meyers, III considers Christ’s dialogue with the Pharisees in the tenth chapter of John’s Gospel. As this series is about meeting the Messiah, James intends to include those which weren’t always favorable.
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2024-08-1937 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: I Am the Good ShepherdJames Meyers, III considers Christ’s dialogue with the Pharisees in the tenth chapter of John’s Gospel. As this series is about meeting the Messiah, James intends to include those which weren’t always favorable.
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2024-08-1937 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: God's SovereigntyJames Meyers, III considers the speeches from the young man, Elihu, in the Book of Job. James sees this contribution more elaborate and better than the others’ but still reflects their theodicy at times
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2024-08-1933 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Book of Job: God's SovereigntyJames Meyers, III considers the speeches from the young man, Elihu, in the Book of Job. James sees this contribution more elaborate and better than the others’ but still reflects their theodicy at times
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2024-08-1933 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: Was Blind, But Now I See (part 2)James Meyers, III resumes our consideration of the man born blind whom Christ healed in the ninth chapter of the Gospel of St. John. James pays much attention to the testimony of the healed man before the Pharisees.
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2024-08-1230 minSea of Fire MinistriesMeeting the Messiah: Was Blind, But Now I See (part 2)James Meyers, III resumes our consideration of the man born blind whom Christ healed in the ninth chapter of the Gospel of St. John. James pays much attention to the testimony of the healed man before the Pharisees.
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2024-08-1230 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The ChurchGiven the complexities and range of topics through which we might consider the ecclesiastical nature of how the Roman Catholic Church sees herself, James Meyers, III narrows our purview to where this controversy essentially began, and continues to manifest. By discussing Cyprian, the Bishop of Carthage (200-258 A.D.) and the great theologian, Augustine of Hippo, James weaves through the corridors of church history for hopefully a greater and enlightened perspective.
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2024-03-1839 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The ChurchGiven the complexities and range of topics through which we might consider the ecclesiastical nature of how the Roman Catholic Church sees herself, James Meyers, III narrows our purview to where this controversy essentially began, and continues to manifest. By discussing Cyprian, the Bishop of Carthage (200-258 A.D.) and the great theologian, Augustine of Hippo, James weaves through the corridors of church history for hopefully a greater and enlightened perspective.
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2024-03-1839 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: ScriptureProtestants are inclined to accuse the Roman Catholic Church of having a low view of Scripture as distinctive from the Reformed proclamation of Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone). James Meyers provides some context as to how Rome does in fact hold a highly faithful biblical belief in its inspiration and inerrancy; where the division comes is in the word “only.” James provides the impetus of this division and clarity within the Protestant Church who have often misunderstood the underlying theology and emphasis.
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2024-03-1145 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: ScriptureProtestants are inclined to accuse the Roman Catholic Church of having a low view of Scripture as distinctive from the Reformed proclamation of Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone). James Meyers provides some context as to how Rome does in fact hold a highly faithful biblical belief in its inspiration and inerrancy; where the division comes is in the word “only.” James provides the impetus of this division and clarity within the Protestant Church who have often misunderstood the underlying theology and emphasis.
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2024-03-1145 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The EucharistHaving discussed the other six sacraments of the Roman Church, James Meyers discusses how Rome sees the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, which they believe to be the greatest sacrament. Additionally, James discusses differing Protestant doctrines regarding the Lord’s Supper and how we might dutifully and reverently comprehend this most blessed communion.
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2024-03-0439 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The EucharistHaving discussed the other six sacraments of the Roman Church, James Meyers discusses how Rome sees the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, which they believe to be the greatest sacrament. Additionally, James discusses differing Protestant doctrines regarding the Lord’s Supper and how we might dutifully and reverently comprehend this most blessed communion.
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2024-03-0439 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The SacramentsJames Meyers begins a new series considering some of the essential differences between Roman Catholicism and Reformed Protestantism. We will explore how and why the Reformation began and why it is still crucial to understand and maintain the doctrines and confessions which sprang from this divine providence. While the church seems to be more divided than ever before, James intends to bring clarity into unity. While there are points to which we cannot and will not compromise, it behooves the church to seek the oneness God through Christ intended for His Bride.
Sea of Fire Ministries on...2024-02-2647 minSea of Fire MinistriesRoman Catholicism: The SacramentsJames Meyers begins a new series considering some of the essential differences between Roman Catholicism and Reformed Protestantism. We will explore how and why the Reformation began and why it is still crucial to understand and maintain the doctrines and confessions which sprang from this divine providence. While the church seems to be more divided than ever before, James intends to bring clarity into unity. While there are points to which we cannot and will not compromise, it behooves the church to seek the oneness God through Christ intended for His Bride.
Sea of Fire Ministries on...2024-02-2647 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Sacraments: Baptism, part 1Today, James Meyers discusses the sacrament of baptism. As controversial as this subject can be, James strives to focus on what the Scriptures say, while giving brief overviews of some of the controversies thereunto appertaining. He also discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit, a biblical truth which has recently undergone a shift in emphasis in recent Christian movements. Without condemning intentions, James merely tries to return the emphasis to its proper authority, namely, the Word of God.
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2024-02-1958 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Sacraments: Baptism, part 1Today, James Meyers discusses the sacrament of baptism. As controversial as this subject can be, James strives to focus on what the Scriptures say, while giving brief overviews of some of the controversies thereunto appertaining. He also discusses the baptism of the Holy Spirit, a biblical truth which has recently undergone a shift in emphasis in recent Christian movements. Without condemning intentions, James merely tries to return the emphasis to its proper authority, namely, the Word of God.
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2024-02-1958 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: John the Baptist, the Forerunner to the KingReturning to our series, Men and Women in the Bible, James Meyers discusses the final Old Testament prophet, John the Baptist. His ministry was of a radical nature, commanding the Jews to be baptized, a rite which was then only given to proselytes converting to Judaism. This was to “Prepare the way of the Lord,” and the warnings of which he preached were piercing and scandalous to the religious leaders of the day. As great a canvas as is the account of John, James introduces his ministry prior to discussing the sacrament of baptism in our sermon for today.
2024-02-1944 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: John the Baptist, the Forerunner to the KingReturning to our series, Men and Women in the Bible, James Meyers discusses the final Old Testament prophet, John the Baptist. His ministry was of a radical nature, commanding the Jews to be baptized, a rite which was then only given to proselytes converting to Judaism. This was to “Prepare the way of the Lord,” and the warnings of which he preached were piercing and scandalous to the religious leaders of the day. As great a canvas as is the account of John, James introduces his ministry prior to discussing the sacrament of baptism in our sermon for today.
2024-02-1944 minSea of Fire MinistriesChrist is King: The Return of the KingToday, James Meyers considers the parousia, Christ’s Second Coming. Having discussed some of the interpretations in our previous message, James shares Old and New Testament passages to illustrate the eschaton to warn and encourage believers.
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2024-02-121h 01Sea of Fire MinistriesChrist is King: The Return of the KingToday, James Meyers considers the parousia, Christ’s Second Coming. Having discussed some of the interpretations in our previous message, James shares Old and New Testament passages to illustrate the eschaton to warn and encourage believers.
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2024-02-121h 01Sea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Elisha-Healing a Pagan CommanderToday, James Meyers discusses certain narratives from the prophetic ministry of Elijah’s protege, Elisha. James considers Elisha’s encounter with Naaman, the Syrian commander, the foolish greed in Gehazi, Elisha’s servant, and then returns to Elisha’s witnessing Elijah’s ascension.
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2024-02-0526 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Elisha-Healing a Pagan CommanderToday, James Meyers discusses certain narratives from the prophetic ministry of Elijah’s protege, Elisha. James considers Elisha’s encounter with Naaman, the Syrian commander, the foolish greed in Gehazi, Elisha’s servant, and then returns to Elisha’s witnessing Elijah’s ascension.
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2024-02-0526 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Elijah, the Restoring ProphetReturning to our series, Men and Women in the Bible, James Meyers discusses the forerunner to the prophets, Elijah. This great prophet lived a mostly isolated life, called to remonstrate by the living God the wicked, heretical kingdom under Ahab, the king of the northern kingdom of Israel. James briefly discusses some of the links between Elijah and John the Baptist.
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2024-01-2954 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Elijah, the Restoring ProphetReturning to our series, Men and Women in the Bible, James Meyers discusses the forerunner to the prophets, Elijah. This great prophet lived a mostly isolated life, called to remonstrate by the living God the wicked, heretical kingdom under Ahab, the king of the northern kingdom of Israel. James briefly discusses some of the links between Elijah and John the Baptist.
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2024-01-2954 minSea of Fire MinistriesTwo Men Go to Jerusalem for PassoverToday, James Meyers takes another hiatus from our series to share his fictional story of two men going to Jerusalem for Passover the day Christ yielded up His Spirit. Prudence necessitates the provision that these first messages are meant to be mostly instructive, and should never be done in a sermon. James thought it might benefit some to really see the Cross personally, rather than abstractly.
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2024-01-2248 minSea of Fire MinistriesTwo Men Go to Jerusalem for PassoverToday, James Meyers takes another hiatus from our series to share his fictional story of two men going to Jerusalem for Passover the day Christ yielded up His Spirit. Prudence necessitates the provision that these first messages are meant to be mostly instructive, and should never be done in a sermon. James thought it might benefit some to really see the Cross personally, rather than abstractly.
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2024-01-2248 minSea of Fire MinistriesChrist our Great High Priest: Salvation part 4 of 5Today, James Meyers considers Christ as our Great High Priest, mostly discussing Him as He is found in Hebrews and the comparisons to an intriguing figure, Melchizedek, king of Salem. James introduces his message with a glimpse into his own testimony.
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2023-12-181h 08Sea of Fire MinistriesChrist our Great High Priest: Salvation part 4 of 5Today, James Meyers considers Christ as our Great High Priest, mostly discussing Him as He is found in Hebrews and the comparisons to an intriguing figure, Melchizedek, king of Salem. James introduces his message with a glimpse into his own testimony.
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2023-12-181h 08Sea of Fire MinistriesSalvation, part 3: Christ the ProphetContinuing our Christmas series regarding salvation, James Meyers discusses Christ as prophet, one of His three offices as the Messiah. James begins with a brief consideration of Old Testament prophets and the greatest distinction between they and Christ, namely His incarnation.
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2023-12-111h 03Sea of Fire MinistriesSalvation, part 3: Christ the ProphetContinuing our Christmas series regarding salvation, James Meyers discusses Christ as prophet, one of His three offices as the Messiah. James begins with a brief consideration of Old Testament prophets and the greatest distinction between they and Christ, namely His incarnation.
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2023-12-111h 03Sea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: David, part 2 - The Innocent FugitiveIn the second part of our consideration of David, James Meyers discusses David as a fugitive, fleeing the jealous rage of Saul who was determined to kill him. James, also, discusses the wonderful relationship between David and Saul's son, Jonathan. Today's passages can be found in 1 Samuel 19 - 24.
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2023-12-1153 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: David, part 2 - The Innocent FugitiveIn the second part of our consideration of David, James Meyers discusses David as a fugitive, fleeing the jealous rage of Saul who was determined to kill him. James, also, discusses the wonderful relationship between David and Saul's son, Jonathan. Today's passages can be found in 1 Samuel 19 - 24.
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2023-12-1153 minSea of Fire MinistriesHonor: ”Those Who Honor Me I Will Honor” (1 Samuel 2:30)James Meyers discusses a somewhat infrequently used word in our time, honor. He defines what it is and how God instructs us who to honor, whom to honor, and how to be honorable. James references 1 Samuel 2:30 as our text for today’s message.
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2023-11-201h 06Sea of Fire MinistriesHonor: ”Those Who Honor Me I Will Honor” (1 Samuel 2:30)James Meyers discusses a somewhat infrequently used word in our time, honor. He defines what it is and how God instructs us who to honor, whom to honor, and how to be honorable. James references 1 Samuel 2:30 as our text for today’s message.
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2023-11-201h 06Sea of Fire MinistriesSlavery: Who is Your Master?James Meyers discusses how we are all slaves in one way or another, as Paul said that we are slaves to whom we obey, “whether of sin leading to death, or of obedience leading to righteousness.” James references Nehemiah 9:36 as our text for today.
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2023-11-131h 11Sea of Fire MinistriesSlavery: Who is Your Master?James Meyers discusses how we are all slaves in one way or another, as Paul said that we are slaves to whom we obey, “whether of sin leading to death, or of obedience leading to righteousness.” James references Nehemiah 9:36 as our text for today.
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2023-11-131h 11Sea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: The Book of Ruth - A Story of DevotionJames Meyers gives an overview of the Book of Ruth while considering the main characters, Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. James concludes with a look toward the kingdom of David which the Book of Ruth anticipates.
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2023-11-0659 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: The Book of Ruth - A Story of DevotionJames Meyers gives an overview of the Book of Ruth while considering the main characters, Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. James concludes with a look toward the kingdom of David which the Book of Ruth anticipates.
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2023-11-0659 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Acts of God: Testifying Before a King (Acts 26)Today, James Meyers discusses Paul’s longer defense before Agrippa II, the ramifications of which were crippled by pride. James discusses Paul’s eager witness and Agrippa’s subsequent abrupt departure from Paul.
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2023-10-2345 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Acts of God: Testifying Before a King (Acts 26)Today, James Meyers discusses Paul’s longer defense before Agrippa II, the ramifications of which were crippled by pride. James discusses Paul’s eager witness and Agrippa’s subsequent abrupt departure from Paul.
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2023-10-2345 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Gideon - The Weak Made StrongGideon is an intriguing figure which James Meyers briefly discusses before examining Gideon in perhaps a kinder perspective. While this story is so well known, especially among Christians, James encourages believers to always approach Scripture as if it is our first time reading it. It was this which somewhat revised his perspective regarding Gideon.
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2023-10-2355 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Gideon - The Weak Made StrongGideon is an intriguing figure which James Meyers briefly discusses before examining Gideon in perhaps a kinder perspective. While this story is so well known, especially among Christians, James encourages believers to always approach Scripture as if it is our first time reading it. It was this which somewhat revised his perspective regarding Gideon.
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2023-10-2355 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Deborah, The Woman of the TorchWhile many emphasize Deborah’s gender, James Meyers takes a different approach while simultaneously not minimizing it either. While genders are distinct, all believers, regardless of sex, are only saved and called to ministry by the providence and faithfulness of God. Therefore, this is James’s main objective: to elevate God and His word over and above any and all conjecture, no matter how valid or otherwise. All that is true and absolute comes from the Absolute Truth Himself.
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2023-10-1642 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: Deborah, The Woman of the TorchWhile many emphasize Deborah’s gender, James Meyers takes a different approach while simultaneously not minimizing it either. While genders are distinct, all believers, regardless of sex, are only saved and called to ministry by the providence and faithfulness of God. Therefore, this is James’s main objective: to elevate God and His word over and above any and all conjecture, no matter how valid or otherwise. All that is true and absolute comes from the Absolute Truth Himself.
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2023-10-1642 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible:Joshua, part 2 and the Saved Harlot, RahabIn this message, James Meyers discusses the account of Rahab and the conquering of Jericho. We consider the 2 spies sent by Joshua to spy out the land, especially Jericho, and their encounter with Rahab. James briefly discusses Joshua’s fascinating experience with the Commander of the army of the LORD just prior to besieging Jericho. God is abundantly faithful in the lives of His people.
2023-10-0957 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible:Joshua, part 2 and the Saved Harlot, RahabIn this message, James Meyers discusses the account of Rahab and the conquering of Jericho. We consider the 2 spies sent by Joshua to spy out the land, especially Jericho, and their encounter with Rahab. James briefly discusses Joshua’s fascinating experience with the Commander of the army of the LORD just prior to besieging Jericho. God is abundantly faithful in the lives of His people.
2023-10-0957 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Acts of God: A Riot and an Awakening (Acts 19:21 - 20:16)James Meyers discusses the riot in Ephesus and the necessity of returning to the boldness of the New Testament church. He continues through Paul’s ministry in Troas where revives Eutychus who fell asleep during his long sermon. James then concludes with Ephesians 6:10 - 20, and encourages the believer to put on the whole armor of God, using David as an apt illustration.
2023-09-0453 minSea of Fire MinistriesThe Acts of God: A Riot and an Awakening (Acts 19:21 - 20:16)James Meyers discusses the riot in Ephesus and the necessity of returning to the boldness of the New Testament church. He continues through Paul’s ministry in Troas where revives Eutychus who fell asleep during his long sermon. James then concludes with Ephesians 6:10 - 20, and encourages the believer to put on the whole armor of God, using David as an apt illustration.
2023-09-0453 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: JacobAfter Jacob stole the blessing from Esau, he flees to his uncle Laban. On his way, God visits him in a wonderful dream including a ladder reaching to heaven, and James Meyers discusses how this points to Christ. He then discusses how Laban deceived Jacob into marrying Leah and how Jacob eventually flees from Laban. James concludes with the well known account of Jacob wrestling with God and discusses the sanctifying struggles of the Christian pilgrimage.
2023-09-0442 minSea of Fire MinistriesMen and Women in the Bible: JacobAfter Jacob stole the blessing from Esau, he flees to his uncle Laban. On his way, God visits him in a wonderful dream including a ladder reaching to heaven, and James Meyers discusses how this points to Christ. He then discusses how Laban deceived Jacob into marrying Leah and how Jacob eventually flees from Laban. James concludes with the well known account of Jacob wrestling with God and discusses the sanctifying struggles of the Christian pilgrimage.
2023-09-0442 minSea of Fire MinistriesBecause I Live, You Will Live Also (John 14:19)James Meyers takes a brief hiatus from the series on the Book of Acts and discusses what he believes to be a general summary of the Bible, namely Christ saying, “Because I live, you will live also.” He takes us on a brief journey regarding this theme, anticipating a forthcoming series, and concludes with discussing Christ’s parable, popularly known as The Prodigal Son. It is, however, known elsewhere as The Running Father which James demonstrates as the more appropriate title.
2023-08-2156 minSea of Fire MinistriesBecause I Live, You Will Live Also (John 14:19)James Meyers takes a brief hiatus from the series on the Book of Acts and discusses what he believes to be a general summary of the Bible, namely Christ saying, “Because I live, you will live also.” He takes us on a brief journey regarding this theme, anticipating a forthcoming series, and concludes with discussing Christ’s parable, popularly known as The Prodigal Son. It is, however, known elsewhere as The Running Father which James demonstrates as the more appropriate title.
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