My daughter and I are in a production of Seussical the Musical at LifeHouse, our local community theater and secondary—some weeks primary—home. Another open letter to my beautiful girl… Hey, Lovely One of the many ways that you … Continue reading
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says (James 1:22). So, what do you say to that, Beloved? I say, “Ouch!” I say, “Guilty as charged.” I say, “Forgive me, Lord, for getting … Continue reading
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. (James 1:9-20). People bug me. I … Continue reading
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (James 1:17). He wants good things for you. He has given good things to you. I’m … Continue reading
…the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower (James 1:10). Who do you think you are? Wealth, power, worldly position—they mean nothing before the cross of Christ. … Continue reading
The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position (James 1:9). Who do you think you are? Do you think you’re kind of a nuthinburger, with a dead-end job, an empty bank account, a lonely heart, … Continue reading
But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven and tossed about by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; … Continue reading
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him (James 1:5). What does wisdom look like? This is a dangerous passage, because many people … Continue reading
Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:4). Sticktoitiveness. That’s what my grandma used to call it. James calls it perseverance, a term that works almost as well. It’s that … Continue reading
In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps (Proverbs 16:9). I told you yesterday that writing about trials was dangerous. God has this way of providing object lessons, whether I think I need them … Continue reading