We embark on the last chapter in the book of James, we will be delving into verses 1-12. This chapter begins with James giving a warning to rich oppressors. He does not attack them for just being rich but talks about what sin does to them and how they use their riches and position to... Continue Reading →
The Book of James – What about Tomorrow?
James 4:13-17 “Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought... Continue Reading →
The Book of James – Two Kinds of Wisdom
Photo credit: https://www.independent.co.uk/ Today we delve into James 3:13-18 where James juxtaposes wisdom from above and wisdom of this world. The quality of being wise is defined as having knowledge, good judgement and having experience. 1 Cor 3:19 says “For the wisdom of this world is foolishness in God’s sight.” Meaning that worldly wisdom does... Continue Reading →
The Book of James- Listen, Speak and Obey
As we study through the book of James, there is much to learn, and the beauty is the simplicity with which James writes these important truths. Today we look at James 1:19-21. James 1:19-21 “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,... Continue Reading →
The Book of James – Wisdom, Belief and Doubt
James 1:5-8 “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not... Continue Reading →
The Book of James – Joy in Trials
Hey everyone, if you have been following my musings on which book of the bible, I was dwelling on to study next, I am excited to say that I will be digging into the book of James. The book of James is an intensely practical one, focusing on the application of our faith in the... Continue Reading →