Today we pause in our study of Acts to begin reading the epistle of James, and David explains the reasons why.

Todays Scripture: Acts 11:19, James 1:1

There is a difference between many of the trails and troubles most of us face and those that James’ contemporary readers were suffering.

Todays Scripture: James 1:1-3

Peter’s first gospel sermon to the Gentiles included some elements that are missing from too many gospel sermons today.

Todays Scripture: Acts 10:39-44

According to James, one must ask in faith to receive not only wisdom, but anything from God. How can you know if you are praying in faith?

Todays Scripture: James 1:6-10

James forthrightly condemns the rich early in his letter, but later commends a few very rich characters from the Bible. How can this apparent contradiction be reconciled?

Todays Scripture: James 1:9-12

James, under the Holy Spirit’s inspiration, promises a “crown of life” to those who persevere under trial. What kind of trials was James referring to, and what is the “crown of life”?

Todays Scripture: James 1:12-13

James assures us that God is not tempting us. But you might be surprised who James reveals is the source of our temptations.

Todays Scripture: James 1:13-15

Based on James 1:15, some teach that, anytime a Christian sins, he or she dies spiritually and needs to be born again once again. Is that true?

Todays Scripture: James 1:15-16

Just because God is angry every day, as Scripture tells us, does not necessarily warrant our anger, because our anger is often motivated from selfishness, whereas God’s anger is always motivated by love and justice.

Todays Scripture: James 1:19-21

James maintains that God does not tempt anyone. However, Scripture tells us that God tests everyone. So what is the difference?

Todays Scripture: James 1:17-20