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The book of James is our reading for today. Many have called this the Proverbs of the New Testament.
It is a great a practical book for every believer today.
In chapter 1, James writes of the role of testing and trials in the Christian life. He also writes of being a doer of the Word and just not a hearer.
In chapter 2, James writes about not having partiality toward anyone of means. He also discusses the relationship between faith and works.
In chapter 3, James discusses the use of the tongue. In chapter 4, James talks about the relationship of the Christian and the world. And in chapter 5, James talks of prayer.
Of course, you will see the topics have listed here are very abbreviated. I would invite you to read the book of James and find out all the treasures this book holds.
But as today is Thanksgiving, I would like to leave you with a verse that is so pertinent for today, and for all days of the Christian life:
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change." (James 1:17)
Every good gift comes from the Lord. Give thanks to Him today for this.
Soli Deo Gloria.
Today's post was submitted by Russ Shellhamer.
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Thanks Russ!
ReplyDeleteJames is also the first or oldest material of the New Testament, and chronologically speaking it would be the first book of the NT;however, the Gospel seems to take priority as far as importance.
**James is very similar to Paul in that he was a no-nonsense individual.
**My favorites from James(paraphrased)--->1)Faith without works is dead.
2)Confess your sins to one another, pray for each other, and GOD will forgive you.
Happy Thanksgiving to all!!!
Peace and love!!!