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!
John’s birth and Zechariah’s prophecy pointed to the greatest manifestation of God’s mercy ever.
Paul reported to the Philippians that his being in prison in Rome had actually produced the positive benefit of encouraging more preaching of the...
In the sixth dispute between God and his people in Malachi 3:13-4:3, we find the proper response to everything God was saying to them....