But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without inconstancy or insincerity. James 3:17 NABRE James is speaking in his letter to the community about what makes a person wise. He describes failed wisdom as that wisdom that…
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Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you of two minds. James 4:8 NABRE James in his letter to Christians is challenging the reader to submit humbly to God. He begins this section with the previous verse…
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Humble yourselves before the Lord and he will exalt you. James 4:10 NABRE James is challenging readers to a program of conversion. In three short verses James gives a set of instructions that will lead us to be humble servants of God, least on earth but great in the Kingdom…
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Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deluding yourselves. James 1:22 NABRE James in his letter to the community is speaking to them about how to change their heart and become a more faithful Christian with deeper roots. He shares many counsels and exhortations about conduct and wants…
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You too must be patient. Make your hearts firm, because the coming of the Lord is at hand. James 5:8 NABRE James in his letter to the community is warm and encouraging. He’s summoning those reading the letter to persevere through trials in order to become mature in character, to…
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