James was deeply concerned about splits in congregations. Desire for power and selfishness were driving wedges between groups of believers. He wrote of the difference between worldly and heavenly wisdom, shared the types of characteristics believers needed to pursue and practice, and then told his readers those acts would cultivate peace within their fellowship. Here’s the great news: those who cultivate peace through their actions and attitudes create an environment that eventually results in righteousness (possessing qualities of goodness, virtue, integrity, morality, honor, and purity) for everyone involved. Wow…wouldn’t that stand out in this loud, selfish, divided world? I want the Prince of Peace to shine through me. How about you?
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