In this sermon preached by Chris Richards, based on James 1:21-25, he begins by introducing the book of James, explaining that it was written by James, the half-brother of Jesus. Chris highlights the cultural context of the early Christians, who were surrounded by the rise of Gnosticism. He emphasizes that James wrote this letter to equip the new followers of Jesus, including both believers and non-believers, to receive, reflect, and cling to the countercultural Gospel.

Chris then focuses on the three-step plan outlined by James in these verses: receive it, reflect it, and cling to it. He emphasizes the importance of humbly accepting the word of Christ and living it out in every aspect of life. Chris points out the pervasiveness of Gnosticism as a heresy throughout history and its various forms in contemporary culture, challenging believers to critically analyze and align their actions with the whole Gospel of Christ. In the practical application section, Chris calls for believers to receive the word of Christ and encourages them to read the book of James as a guide for Christian living.

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