James rebukes those that judge others and plan their lives without dependence on God.

God belongs on the throne of our Heart. Pride puts us there instead.

Acquiring godly wisdom requires hard work, but it grows fruit of peace and contentment.

James tells us of the danger of words, and our calling to watch how we communicate.

James reminds us Jesus’ heart for our faith to be lived out through the “royal” commandment

A renewed heart leads to life changes

James explains why everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.

James starts off teaching us to not be led astray, instead counting the joy we have in our trials.

Slowing down is abiding in Jesus.

Jesus calls us to remove greed, and replace it with eternal purses of generosity rooted in his generosity for us.