After reminding the church about the “living hope” of Jesus, Peter demonstrates how all of God’s working in the world was for those who would be “born again” through the word of God, and that being set apart by His grace comes with the responsibility to live set apart lives. #livinghope

Peter is writing to the church scattered throughout the Roman Empire to encourage them in the midst of persecution, by reminding them (and us) of the “living hope” that is Christ. #livinghope

As we close this book, James reminds us once again to be patient as we wait for the coming of the Lord and to pray for one another that we might be a spiritually healthy church. #faiththatworks

James reminds the church that God cares about what we do with what we have been given, especially those who have been given much. #faiththatworks

James continues, giving us wisdom about judging one-another, and also about planning for the future without the will of God in mind -both of which demonstrate a lack of humility. #faiththatworks

James describes the source of quarrels and conflicts within the church and directs us to humility before God as the only remedy. #faiththatworks

James makes the case that the conversation of our life stems from wisdom and that wisdom can either be from the world or from God. #faiththatworks

James has some strong and important words about how and what we communicate with one another. The tongue has the power to burn. #faiththatworks

James continues with practical lessons about a faith that works, encouraging the church to receive the word of God and follow the word of God. #faiththatworks