A depressingly common theme that runs through human history is the oppression of the poor by the rich. In the first century, Christians were often on the side of the poor and oppressed. Certainly the readers of James’ letter were in that category. In James 5:1-12, we find warnings about the dangers of wealth and encouragement when we find ourselves unjustly treated. We can respond well, because something is about to happen in history to put all things right!
Although the first anointed king tried to kill the second one, the Lord protected his anointed, as he always does.
Timothy and Epaphroditus demonstrated the mind of Christ in the way they lived.
From the very first preaching of the gospel after Jesus’ ascension, the new believers were “added” to local churches. Once God added them to...