Cornerstone Baptist Church

See the God-given faith of Jonathan; See Jonathan choosing the eternal kingdom over the present kingdom; See Jonathan following the coming kingdom while living the role God gave him

James teaches us the incredible power and danger of our tongues. Our tongues reveal our hearts, which need changing by the the grace of God so that we might bless God and not destroy others.

James demonstrates that while we are saved by faith alone, the type of faith that saves us will be accompanied by works.

James teaches us to not show partiality in how we treat fellow Christians. If we show partiality we reject the normal way that God works and we confuse the witness of God's mercy to the world.

James teaches us that the Christian should not speak with anger. While the task of avoiding anger will take work, it will provide life. He goes further to call us to love others, the essence of true religion.

When trials bring temptations, we should understand that though the trial may be brought by God our temptation derives from our sinful hearts. Our temptation can only be resolved by faith birthed by God focused on His goodness.

David sets an example of how to live through adversity and attack all the while trusting God.

James commands us to count it joy when we face suffering as God ordains and uses our suffering to strengthen our faith and get us to heaven.

James opens his letter by reminding us of our primary calling as servants of Jesus, living with other Christians as pilgrims who draw near to Jesus through His Word.

Jesus is prized by God and His people and therefore God proclaims His excellencies by His church proclaiming the one they now prize.