all good giving and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no alteration or shadow caused by change. James 1:17 NABRE James is writing to the twelve tribes of Israel in dispersion. He opens the letter speaking about the value…
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So submit yourselves to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7 NABRE In this section of the Letter of James, James is exhorting his readers to a program of conversion. Submit yourself to God means to voluntarily become subject to God and to follow His…
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Therefore, put away all filth and evil excess and humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you and is able to save your souls. James 1:21 NABRE James writing to the Jews who have accepted Jesus is encouraging them (and us) to change how they live. He writes…
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Know this, my dear brothers: everyone should be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath, James 1:19 NABRE James opening the letter to his community speaks about the inner conflicts and temptations that can influence our response to trials. He speaks of persevering in temptation and that temptation…
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Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The fervent prayer of a righteous person is very powerful. James 5:16 NABRE In his letter, James is giving some final instructions in chapter fifteen; honor God’s name, pray at all times, and…
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