Since James is the likely the oldest writing of the New Testament, it appears from James 4:1-17 that church conflicts have been around almost as long as the Christian church has existed. Instead of treating fights as a normal part of church life, this text exposes their causes and provides the solution. Some of the words are blunt, but they are necessary to drive us to God’s grace, which is greater than all our sin.
John’s birth and Zechariah’s prophecy pointed to the greatest manifestation of God’s mercy ever.
In the thanksgiving section of Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he recognized their faith and love, which were based on their certain hope.
In response to Moses’ prayers, God promised to go up with his rebellious people after all, showing grace even to them as he does...
