Lessons for Life with James Long, Jr.
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join James, a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life's biggest questions and helps us find God's solutions to life's struggles. Learn the power of living by God's grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are on a search for freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!
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- 240
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Managing Conflicts: Relational Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs
Managing Conflicts: Relational Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs
James Long, Jr. / https://jameslongjr.org/
Relational Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs / Emotion; Conflict; Peacemaking
Mes…
Mastering Emotions: Relational Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs
Mastering Your Emotions: Relational Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs
James Long, Jr.
Message Exposition
1. Clarity: Understanding our Emotions
2. Capsized by Out-of-Control Emotions
3. Cont…
A Cure to Drive Out Worry - Gratitude
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – “16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.“
To read the blog post on…
Facing fears and anxieties with Christ's peace
VERSE FOR TODAY:
John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
To re…
God wants you to be free from fear
VERSE FOR TODAY:
Isaiah 41:10 – “fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
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Psalm 75 - The God of Justice
As the psalmist looks at the chaos and confusion of the world, he reminds himself that God is the final judge. Eventually, those that have exalted themselves will be humbled. When pride…
Psalm 74 - Fear and Faith: Praying in Painful Times
Psalm 74 occurs likely after Jerusalem’s fall and 586 BC. For years, God had warned His people that they needed to turn away from their sin and turn to Him, and God had sent prophets to…
Ministry Focus in One Sentence: Philosophy of Biblical Counseling
Have you ever been asked to create a value or mission statement? For those of us in ministry, we are often asked to supply a philosophy of ministry or perhaps a philosophy of counseling…
Psalm 73 “I Don’t Get It” Learning Contentment in Discouraging Times
Psalm 73: “I Don’t Get It”: Learning Contentment in Discouraging Times
James Long, Jr. - Sundays in the Psalms
Message Exposition
Opening Statement: Character and Conduct of God (Psalm…
Psalm 72: A Prayer for the King
Psalm 72 - A Prayer for the King
- Prayer for the King (Psalm 72:1)
- The psalmist prays that God would impart God’s justice and righteousness to the Royal Son.
- Righteous and Just Reign (Psalm…
Psalm 71: God's Help in Old Age
Psalm 71: God's Help in Old Age
Message Exposition
Looking Around: The psalmist offers a prayer for God’s help in his difficulties (Psalm 71:1-4)
1. He trusts that God is his refuge and pr…
Psalm 70: Lord, I Need You Urgently
Psalms 70: Lord, I Need You Urgently
1. David’s Cry:
The psalmist prays that God make haste to deliver and help him (
Psalm 70:1)
David’s desperation
David’s directness
David pleads with God…
I Can't...He Can: When You Fail, Christ Succeeds
Do you struggle with failure? How are we to deal with failure biblically? What does the Bible say about overcoming loss and living with success?
In the short video, learn principles that…
Restlessness & Anxiety: Find Rest in God Alone
Do you struggle with a restless heart? We live in such a broken world where there is pain, misery, and suffering. How often is it that you find rest in this restless world?
Apart from Go…
How to Defeat Anxiety: Fear, Worry, and Anxiety Training
Do you struggle with fear, anxiety, worry? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with circumstances? If that’s true, please know that you’re not alone. Scores of people struggle with these e…
An Answer for Unforgiveness and Bitterness
Do you struggle with hurts from the past? Do you struggle with unforgiveness? Do you rehearse the wounds that you received from others over and over again in your mind?
When we are hurt,…
Should I PAUSE Conflict?
Conflict is something that we all will encounter. Many will experience conflict daily. As you listen to this teaching, you will learn the powerful and practical principles you are looki…
Praise, Prayer, and the Sovereignty of God (Ephesians 1:15-23)
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About James and Lessons for Life
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. Ja…
The Key to Joy and Peace
There are so many of us today who are struggling with this heaviness. It just weighs us down.
So many problems...so much pain
We fight it, and then we give in to it. We lose hope. We lose…
L4L 82 - Is the World Out of Control? (Psalm 2)
Counseling Through the Psalms
Psalm 2
Message Outline
The nations rebel (Psalm 2:1-3)
- Rebellion in Heaven
- Rebellion in the Garden of Eden
- Rebellion in our hearts
- Rebellion in the nations
God is…