1- James is an implicit call to Christian servanthood - humility.-2- James is a testimony of the divinity of Christ as he submits to the brother whom he calls to be one with God, Lord. and the promised Messiah.-3- James' use of OT language shows us that the church is the fulfillment of Israel, united in Christ. All those who believe in Christ ARE family.-4- James reminds us that we are pilgrims in a fallen world, dispersed, yet not without hope, united to our Savior not only for the glory to come, but also for the afflictions of this present age.