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!
It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without Saul of Tarsus (the apostle Paul), but it would have been harder...
In the encounter with Moses at the burning bush, God revealed himself and promised to show us more of who he is.
Because of God’s work of salvation in us, we need to work out our salvation.