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!
What can help us get a grasp on the whole Bible? There are several good answers to this question, but the idea of covenant...
Jesus told his followers what to pray and why to pray, so let's pray and keep on praying!
Although the books of Kings and Chronicles cover much of the same history, they have different and complimentary perspectives, focusing mostly on the time...