In James 1:9-18, the author continues to urge us to have a biblical perspective on the difficult and the good things in life, including poverty and riches, trials and temptations, and perfect gifts from God. Although we may not be able to change our circumstances, we can develop a Christian approach to them.
It’s one thing to say we believe, another to demonstrate it with what we do with our possessions and our abilities.
With parables and warnings, Jesus told everyone in his day and ours to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man.
The detailed instructions for the construction of the Tent of Meeting held important lessons for Israel and also for us today.
