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!
We begin with an overview of the history of the church in Philippi, especially in relationship to Paul and his companions. Also, we were...
In our summer series, we will be looking at critical events in the book of Acts, starting with Jesus’ commission of his “sent ones”...
God fulfills his plan against human opposition and even through human suffering.