James is calling us to integrity. Anything less is evil. We need to be men & women of conviction, not convenience. The bottom line to our sin is not truly knowing the Father’s character. Ultimately, God wants to be spiritually healed and made whole in Jesus.
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In chapter 5, James is not calling out wealth, but greed. Are we using our resources responsibly? For the Kingdom of God, or for ourselves? Where do we place our trust, value, and happiness? On temporal or eternal things? The key is perspective! Let’s live with an eternal one!
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In chapter 4, James tells us that inner conflict is a result of a jealous, selfish spirit and concludes by saying that sin is anything contrary to God’s will. The whole Law is summed up in one word… Love. Thank God that He loves us and sent Jesus to fulfill the Law! Let’s not take that love for granted.
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James teaches us that the source of our quarrels and conflicts is the selfishness in our own hearts. We can’t love the world and God at the same time. God wants all of us. Let’s humble ourselves in the presence of God so that He can reign in our hearts!
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Another measure of spiritual maturity is the believer’s speech. James reminds us of the power of the tongue! It is the most vile weapon on earth and can defile our entire testimony. What is your tongue making? Let’s be peacemakers!
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James tells us that “workless faith” is worthless faith! Genuine faith is accompanied by good works. James was simply arguing for the proof of faith, while Paul argued for the priority of faith (i.e., validation vs. salvation). Obedience is the proof of our salvation!
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James speaks to the hidden places of our heart as he reminds us that all sin is sin – there is no partiality in Jesus. God looks at our heart (motives) more than our outward appearance (actions). Let’s show mercy as we have been shown mercy and love others, because Christ died for us all.
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James tells us that the characteristics of pure religion is self control, love for others, and clean living. Is there fruit in our lives? Let’s learn it, know it, and live it!
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James tells us that true believers are doers, not just hearers of the Word of God. How is our receptivity, responsiveness, and resignation to His Word? Let’s live it!
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James tells us that those who persevere under trial and temptation will be blessed and receive the crown of life. He also gives the source of, steps into, and solution for temptation. Let’s take his advice, choose obedience to the Lord, and be blessed of and by God!
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