We all know the type. “Sure I’m a Christian,” they say. And we look at their lives thinking, “Oh Really? I never would have guessed.” James knew the type also – and he attacks them in this passage. He gives us all a reminder that: Our good works are the only part of our faith that anyone will ever see.
James 2.14-26.mp3 (somewhat defective recording)
Judging people by their appearance has no place in the church. James especially wants us to focus on loving and befriending the poor, tying it in with loving our neighbor as ourself – “The Royal Law.”
Nate Medlong was visiting from Kharkiv, Ukranie. Here is some encouragement to do more than simply listen to good teaching.
Each of us experiences trials and temptations. They are a normal part of life. Still, it is vital that we understand how to deal with them properly. As we begin his letter, James will help us with that today.
Central Reflections 