The Wisdom of James

Directors of Belonging

The church isn’t working if the church isn’t ministering 1 on 1. This only works if YOU do it. One another is such a pivotal phrase to a follower of Christ. You cannot be a follower of Christ and keep Learn more

Teach Us To Number Our Days

The Steve Miller band sang these words, “Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’, into the future.” That’s what time does right? Next year becomes next month, becomes tomorrow, becomes today, and then it is just a memory. The Bible says Learn more

Build What Will Outlast This World

Devotion provided by Matt Chandler James went to great lengths to warn the church about the corrupting power of wealth. His words often echo the teachings of Jesus, specifically the Sermon on the Mount. Do not lay up for yourselves Learn more

An Extravagant Purchase

Think about the craziest purchase you’ve ever made. Maybe it was a TV, or a purse, or high-end fishing pole. We probably have all splurged and bought something that we later regretted. But I’m sure none of us have ever Learn more

He Gives More Grace

Devotion provided by Joy MacKenzie The life of hymn-writer Annie Johnson Flint (1866-1932) is a story of both heartbreak and triumph. Born on Christmas Eve in the small town of Vineland, New Jersey, she was welcomed by Eldon and Jean Learn more

Give Me Wisdom

Devotion provided by Niques Francois  The Bible is full of advice on how to gain wisdom, and for our devotion today we’re going to look at 7 of those verses. Won’t you pray these verses as you read them? 1. “And God gave Solomon Learn more

Taming the Tongue

Devotion provided by Adrian Rogers BIBLE MEDITATION: “In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.” – Proverbs 10:19 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT: Your tongue can get you into a lot of trouble. There Learn more

Faith and Works

Devotion provided by Courtney Doctor What’s the Deal with Faith and Works in James? Do you know anyone who would readily say, “I believe in God,” but has no other indicator of Christian faith? How might you respond to that person? James Learn more

Mercy Show-ers

My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if Learn more

Be Doers

I normally use this blog to share a devotional story, or maybe break down a verse, but this week I want to issue a challenge. You know enough about the Bible. Now go do something about it! “But be doers Learn more