The Sin of Partiality

Oct 1, 2023 • Chris Voorhees

We don’t often think that partiality has big consequences. Is it really that big of a deal if I have a judgmental thought? Our passage for Sunday, James 2:1-13, will challenge those assumptions by reminding us what kind of kingdom the Lord reigns over.

Outline

Title: The Sin of Partiality

I. The Problem of Partiality

II. The Hope in the midst of partiality

Questions

1. What was your understanding of partiality and how did it change based on James 2:1-13

2. Which problem of partiality resonated with you the most? Why?

3. Look up different passages about partiality. What are some themes that you see develop?

Read the context if needed. Deuteronomy 16:19, 2 Chronicles 19:7, Job 13:10, Psalm 82, Proverbs 24:24, Proverbs 28:21, Romans 2:11, Galatians 2:6, Ephesians 6:9, 1 Timothy 5:21

4. What are ways that you see partiality take root in your own heart? Socially, politically, financially, ethnically? What hope do you have in Christ?