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!
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 240
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
LFL 81 - The Keys to a Blessed Life (Psalm 1)
Counseling through the Psalms
Psalm 1
In our first episode, we start with an overview of how to study the book of Psalms. We look at how Psalms are laid out, who wrote the Psalms, and ho…
L4L 80 - God’s Counsel to the Fearful from Isaiah 41:10
Do you struggle with fear, anxiety, and worry? When you do struggle, where do you turn? When God created us, He created us dependent, and dependent on counsel, and we will be molded, ch…
L4L 79 - Sermon - Malachi 1:1-5 - "Doubting God’s Love"
MESSAGE OUTLINE
- Sober Responsibility: An urgent message from the LORD (Malachi 1:1)
- Steadfast Loyalty: God professes His love to His People (Malachi 1:2a)
- Shocking Reply: His people doubt…
L4L 78 - Romans 8:1 "No Condemnation"
No Condemnation
Romans 8:1-4
In this chapter, Paul continues his discussion of the believer’s battle with indwelling sin. He begins the chapter by affirming that the believer is no longer…
L4L 77 Sermon - Daniel 4:1-37 "God Rules: Be Humbled and Take Comfort"
In this last message from Daniel 4, we learn that God rules. This fact should humble us and comfort us.
MESSAGE OUTLINE
- Nebuchadnezzar’s praise to God (Daniel 4:1-3)
- Nebuchadnezzar calls t…
L4L 76 Sermon - Isaiah 40:27-31 "God: Our Only Hope"
In this last message from Isaiah 40, we learn how God is the only hope.
MESSAGE OUTLINE
- God Confronts Our Doubts and Despair (Isaiah 40:27)
- Precious Promise #1: God never overlooks (steps…
L4L 75 - Sermon - Isaiah 40:12-24 - "Behold Your God"
So many people today are struggling with disillusionment, stress, and anxieties. People need hope. But, where can they turn for lasting hope? The Scripture defines hope as a confident e…
L4L 74 - Sermon - Isaiah 40:1-11 - "God: Our Only Comfort"
Isaiah 40 is one of the truly magnificent chapters of the Bible. Its opening mood is enchanting: comfort, tenderness, peace, pardon. Its commission is superb: Prepare the way of the Lor…
L4L 73 - Sermon - Daniel 1:1-21 "How to Honor God When Your Culture Does Not"
In this message from Daniel 1:1-21, we learn how to honor God when our culture does not.
Message Outline
1. The PRESSURES that the Faced
- SEPARATION
- INDOCTRINATION
- VALIDATION
2. The PRINCIPLES…
L4L 72 - Burdened By Guilt? Justification is God's Answer
Do you struggle with guilt and condemnation?
God has the solution: Justification, by grace alone, through faith alone, because of Christ alone.
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L4L 71 - Mark 14:12-31 - The Perfect Host and The Perfect Meal
There is nothing like a good meal with a group of people with whom you enjoy spending time. Food and fellowship can be so enjoyable. Added to that, when you have family and close friend…
L4L 70 - How to De-Stress Your Life
Are you feeling overwhelmed with stress? Do you find yourself struggling with anger and bitterness? Or your relationships and reconciled and full of unresolved conflicts? Do you feel li…
L4L 69 - 1 Peter 1:3-5 - Our Living Hope
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 68 - Romans 8:1-39 - The 'Ifs' of Romans 8
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 67 - Luke 23 - Jesus's Encounters on the Cross
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 66 - Isaiah 52:13-53:12 - The Answer to Fear is Love
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 65 - Luke 22:39-46 - Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 64 - John 17:1-26 - The High Priestly Prayer
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 63 - Mark 11:27-12:12 - Jesus's Authority Challenged
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…
L4L 62 - Mark 10:13-31 - Receiving or Rejecting the Kingdom
ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFE
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 25 years…