One of the most prominent themes in James is human speech. While James mentioned the importance of controlling our tongues in James 1:19 and 1:26, he dedicated most of James 3 to the power of speech for good or for evil. He also pointed us to the help we need to harness our speech for good.
Even though his people grumbled and quarreled, the Lord satisfied their needs at his own expense.
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.
In response to Moses’ prayers, God promised to go up with his rebellious people after all, showing grace even to them as he does...