The Danger of Divided Trust | James 5:1-6 | Book of James

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CrossLife Church

Dwayne Mercer

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April 20, 2026

Are you constantly chasing "just a little bit more" to feel secure? In this convicting continuation of the Book of James series, Pastor John dives into the first six verses of chapter five to expose the hidden danger of divided trust. We often treat money as a savior, but James warns that whatever we trust for security—outside of Jesus—will eventually stand to accuse us. This message is a powerful diagnostic tool for your heart, challenging you to move from self-indulgence to a life of gospel-driven generosity. If you feel empty despite your achievements, discover how to realign your heart and find a contentment that the world simply cannot provide. ABOUT CROSSLIFE CHURCH CrossLife is a dynamic group of people of all ages who are seeking to become passionate followers of Jesus Christ in a challenging and ever-changing world. With three locations across the Orlando, Florida area, we'd love to welcome you on a Sunday! Find locations, service times, information about our ministries, and more about CrossLife Church at https://crosslifechurch.com/. CONNECT WITH US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossLifeFL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crosslifefl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCwhzBpQowtx8eSTdXaT7xJg Have a question? We'd love to help! Contact us using this form and a member of our team will gladly get in touch with you: https://crosslifechurch.com/contact. CHAPTERS 00:00 – The Thermostat General 02:05 – Thermometers vs. Thermostats 03:10 – The Topic No One Wants to Hear 04:51 – What You Trust Will Shape You 05:34 – The Myth of the "10% More" 07:30 – When God Withholds for Your Good 09:25 – When Money Becomes Your Judge 10:24 – Rich People Problems 12:29 – Misplaced Trust Exposed 14:16 – Can Gold and Silver Rust? 15:39 – Your Faith on Trial 17:23 – Living in the Last Days 19:42 – Exploitation and Withholding Dignity 21:55 – Image Bearers vs. Interruptions 23:14 – The Enthronement of Self 24:31 – The War for the Throne 26:33 – Who is Fighting for Y