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.
In response to Moses’ prayers, God promised to go up with his rebellious people after all, showing grace even to them as he does...
While David used desperate and even deceptive means of escape, God provided for him because of his grace and faithfulness.
If a man makes a great claim about himself, he should be ready to present evidence to back up his claim. In John 5:17-47,...