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.
As Paul waited in prison, he was able to rejoice in two certain outcomes because of his view of life and death.
The people could draw near to God only after the blood of the covenant was shed.
When it looked like God had forgotten his people, he remembered his covenant promises.
