Taking a stand for Godly principles is important, but the way in which one takes a stand is equally important. Do I approach those who oppose God’s teaching peaceably, gently, reasonably, offering mercy with a sincere heart? If not, will my words/attitude result in good fruit? Verse 18 says, “A…

One more misconception…the more we have, the happier we’ll be. I think the world disproves that theory, because people are always grabbing for more. More money, more power, more material possessions, more popularity…and what we see happening is more unhappiness, more dissatisfaction, more taking what doesn’t belong to them, more…

Perfection…impossible! I should know. I spent years trying so hard to be perfect (and failing so miserably) that I made myself physically ill. The first part of this verse says “For we all stumble in many ways.” Yes. Yes, I do. So, if I can’t be perfect, why should I…

I think I’ve shared “Let Others See Jesus in You” by B.B. McKinney previously, but it fits these verses in James so well, I have to share it again. Verse 2 really convicts me. Do others see Jesus in me? 1 While passing through this world of sin, And others…

Another misconception is that one must do good and be good in order to be saved. Where is the grace in that kind of belief system? We can’t ever do enough to earn salvation. But once we are saved, our good works show our gratitude to the One who saved…

There’s a gross misconception that believing there is a God is enough. That belief is not scriptural. In fact, James tells us straight out that even demons—God’s enemies!—believe…and they shudder at what they know about Him and His power. But they don’t follow Him. They don’t worship Him. They don’t…

Jesus loved. Period. Granted, He loved people too much to leave them in their sin, telling them to go and sin no more, but He always loved. No matter the affliction, from physical to moral, He loved. Can I do any less? Double standards—treating certain people one way and other…

Everywhere I look, I see needs. When I have the opportunity to reach out, do I take it, or do I ignore it? As the words in “Take Time To Be Holy” observe, the world rushes on…but I do rush past those in need? Am I living to serve self,…

“Take Time To Be Holy” by William D. Longstaff is rife with wisdom. Every day, may I take time to sit and bask in His presence, feed on His Word, and grow in my likeness of Him. 1. Take time to be holy, speak oft with thy Lord; Abide in…

In a nutshell, words matter. I must choose my words wisely. I must seek to edify. I must speak truth lovingly. I must make every effort to reflect Him in the things I say and with the tone I use. May I control my tongue and therefore not deceive myself…