James 5:13-18

James 5:13-18

James 5:13-18

James 5:13-18

I. Verse 13 – Prayer is as personal as life gets.

     A. Suffering? Pray

     B. Cheerful? Sing, then pray

II. Verses 14-16a – Prayer is community at its best

     A. Sick? Call the elders and pray

     B. Sin-filled? Confess and pray

III. Verses 16b-17 – Prayer is what is most needed

     A. Weak Church? Fervent Love = Effective Prayer

     B. Weary World? Fervent Love = Answered Prayer