Are we to think that, because we’ve believed in Jesus, that there is no possible danger that we might suffer God’s judgment? David has a biblical answer found in today’s reading.
Todays Scripture: James 5:10-11
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James warns us of something that Jesus warned His followers of, namely, the consequences of passing judgment, consequences of which many believers are sadly ignorant. David elaborates.
Todays Scripture: James 5:9
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James’ reference to the “latter rain” are two words in an illustration that, like so many other biblical phrases, is one that has been misapplied, and in this case, to a certain time in church history not many years ago.
Todays Scripture: James 5:7
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James’ contemporary readers had good reason to need patience, and David explains why.
Todays Scripture: James 5:7-8
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As we continue today reading James’ condemnation of the rich, it becomes even more clear that he is incriminating, not all wealthy people, but a certain category.
Todays Scripture: James 5:5-6
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Like Jesus, James condemned storing up earthly treasures. But is it possible that food and clothing can be categorized as earthly treasures? And are handouts the solution to poverty?
Todays Scripture: James 5:2-4
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Are you wise and understanding? Today, James has a simple test.
Todays Scripture: James 3:13-14
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David shares a sure means to know what is in your heart, and the hearts of others.
Todays Scripture: James 3:6-12
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James cited Abraham’s story to prove that we are justified by works and not by faith alone, whereas Paul cited Abraham’s story to prove that we are justified, not by works, but by faith. How can this contradiction be reconciled?
Todays Scripture: James 2:23
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Too few Bible readers realize that, before Abraham was declared righteous by God, he was unrighteous before God. Abraham was saved from his sins! David relates how Abraham’s salvation was just like ours.
Todays Scripture: James 2:23-24
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