James 5

This reading is James 5.
The opening passage should challenge almost anyone living in the U.S. Even if you don’t consider yourself “rich,” you are probably in the top 1-2% of the wealthiest people on the planet, and certainly in the top 1-2% of people who ever lived. Just glance back out how touch life was [...]

James 4

This reading is James 4.
This short chapter is chock-full of important teachings. Some of the verses are so short it is easy to gloss over them.
We fight and quarrel because of our wrong desires. Verse 3 helps explain why some prayers are not answered: We ask with the wrong motives.
“Friendship with the world is hatred [...]

James 3

This reading is James 3.
I find it interesting that James warns people about teaching, because those who teach “will be judged more strictly.” Those of us who teach must choose our words very carefully so we don’t distort the Word of God.
James revisits his theme about the power of the tongue. He uses the strongest [...]

James 2

This reading is James 2.
Greetings! Here are a few thoughts on James 2. Please read along and comment if you like.
The first passage is about not showing favoritism toward the wealthy. I realize that churches are sometimes homogeneous because they simply reflect the economic situation of the surrounding community. But I really appreciate diversity within [...]

James 1

The reading for this week is James chapter 1 (Right-click the link and select “Open in New Window” to keep this window open).
Tip: Start by praying that God will reveal Himself through His Word as you read it.
Background: This “James” was not one of the twelve Apostles, he was Jesus’ brother. He did not become [...]