Summary: James 1:1-11
At some point in life, we all face challenges. Whether an event that turns our world upside down, a lifelong struggle we have to navigate, or just a moment of hardship, James gives us wisdom about facing the trials of life. It is not through resisting trials but facing them in dependence on God that we grow and see God bring beauty from ashes.

What does this say about God?
God is present through our trials. While many people move away from what is hard, God moves toward us in our hardest moments. He will give us wisdom and endurance for the hard things we face.

Parent Kick-Off
Share personally what God revealed to you through the sermon.

Discussion with Younger Kids
• What is something hard that has happened to you?
• What are some things you need help with? Who helps you when you need help? How can God help you?

Discussion With Older Kids
• What has been a hard time you have faced? Who helped you in that time? How did you grow from that experience?
• When have you needed help from God? How can you go to Him for help?

Discussion with Teens
• What has been a hard time you have faced? What made that time challenging? Who helped you in that time? How did you grow from that experience?
• When have you needed help from God? How can you go to Him for help? How is help from Him different from the help others can provide?

Memory Verse
But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. —James 1:5

Prayer
Pray for one another and the challenges you are facing. Ask God for growth through your trials.