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We start with a frank look at unfinished projects, both the literal clutter and the hidden emotional stacks we’ve parked for years. A childhood story about “junk” cars becomes a picture of how intentions without action turn into anchors. Then we zoom out with Scripture—Moses and Joshua, David and Solomon, Ezra and Nehemiah—to show how God completes purposes across generations. Obedience in your chapter matters, even when you won’t see the last page. That shift reframes delay, disappointment, and the temptation to quit.
From there, James 1–2 challenges us to close the gap between church on Sunday and choices on Monday. Hearers versus doers. The law of liberty that frees us from guilt so we can act with integrity. Guarding our words so our actions follow blessing rather than complaint. We get practical about spiritual formation: keeping promises, confronting procrastination with small scheduled steps, and protecting daily time with God. The result is surprising—less pressure, more freedom, and a clearer path to purpose.
Finally, we ground faith in service. Pure religion visits orphans and widows, feeds families, and shows up for neighbors. Stories from our Mercy House and local outreach reveal how generosity multiplies impact—and joy. You’ll leave with simple ways to create margin, finish what matters, and say yes to the Spirit in small moments that lead to big change.
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Chapters

1. Life Is Messy (00:00:00)

2. Overloaded Weekends And No Margin (00:01:06)

3. Make Space For God (00:01:50)

4. Seasons Changing And Prayer Walks (00:02:46)

5. Unfinished Projects In Our Lives (00:04:26)

6. Rusty Cars And Emotional Clutter (00:06:52)

7. Bible Models Of Unfinished Work (00:08:58)

8. Hearers Versus Doers In James (00:11:15)

9. Integrity Beyond Sunday (00:14:12)

10. Freedom And The Law Of Liberty (00:16:36)

11. Guarding Words And Aligned Actions (00:19:26)

12. Pure Religion: Serve The Vulnerable (00:22:26)

13. Faith And Works In Real Life (00:25:04)

14. Three Takeaways: Promises, Delay, Priorities (00:27:02)

15. Invitation To Follow Jesus (00:29:15)

16. Prayer, Response, And Next Steps (00:32:20)

17. Baptism And Community Connections (00:35:20)

18. Blessing And Closing (00:37:10)

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