In a warning and a rebuke to the ungodly rich, James encourages believers to live in humility, in patience, and with endurance.

Building on the principles of Christian humility, James encourages us to submit to God, to resist the devil, and to walk humbly with our brothers and sisters.

In encouraging Christians to get along with each other, James explains one of the most important principles: to whom God gives His grace, and from whom God withholds His favor.

James warns believers, explaining that our daily life demonstrates how much true wisdom from God we understand and have received.

With teachers especially (but not only) in mind, James warns believers about the danger of destroying ourselves and others with the words we say.

Using examples from everyday life and the Scriptures themselves, James explains the nature of the faith that actually saves – a real faith that will show itself in real life.

James applies the principles of a living faith to the gatherings of Christians, challenging us to reject partiality and prejudice, and to value everyone in God’s family.

One of the core themes of the Book of James is explained: the danger of being someone who only hears God’s word and does not also do it.

James explains how temptation comes against us and does its work – and how God’s goodness is a contrast to the temptations we face.

In the opening of the letter of James, he encouraged believers enduring difficult times, encouraging them to seek God’s wisdom.