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 1:19-20). People bug me. I … Continue reading
…the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wildflower (James 1:10). Who do you think you are? Wealth, power, worldly position—they mean nothing before the cross of Christ. And … 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
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
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. (James 1:2-3). Well, this is a dangerous passage. I start talking about the benefits of … Continue reading
When the storm has swept by, the wicked are gone, but the righteous stand firm forever (Proverbs 10:25). What storm are you weathering today, Beloved? Career? Relational? Health? Financial? Emotional? You will survive it. The promise is right here in … Continue reading
When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom (Proverbs 11:2). The world’s wisdom says that the opposite of love is hate, but that isn’t so. The opposite of love is pride. Love puts the other person, … Continue reading
When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise (Proverbs 10:19). I talk too much. That revelation comes as no surprise to those of you who know me. I find that this Scripture … Continue reading
Above all else guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life (Proverbs 4:23). The wellspring The source If you live in the desert, a clean, pure water source is something to treasure and protect. If it dries … Continue reading