After a very brief greeting, James launched into his letter of practical instruction in James 1:1-8 by urging believers in Jesus to consider trials an opportunity to experience pure joy. Because this instruction is so contrary to our natural reaction to trials, we need help! James provides just the help we need by giving us a proper perspective on what God is doing for us in our trials. It turns out that what God is doing is perfect for us!
New life in Christ includes submission to governmental authorities, love for the other, and putting on Christ for all to see him.
When people read the Bible, they may be surprised to find shocking stories of wickedness mixed with stories of great faith, sometimes in the...
The opposite results of David’s and Saul’s desperate measures hold lessons about how to live in the world while not being of the world.