E/pistle

James speaks even further on the power of words, reminding the audience once again that they must share the love of God to ALL people.

James shares on the importance of good teachers and the level of accountability they will be held to.

Similar to Hebrews 11, James provides examples of faith being lived out by two very different people.

James anticipates opposition to his argument about the importance of faith being lived out.

James gives an example of how absurd it is to have a faith that is unattached to obedience and action.

Even with Jesus perfectly and completely fulfilling the Lawof God, James shows that the moral law of God has merit and value for Christians.

James comments rather pointedly about Christians showing preferential treatment to certain people while simultaneously neglecting other Christians.

James points out that hearing good instruction is good, but it does no good if it's not obeyed.

James shows how God tests (not tempts) His people through trials.

Being mindful of persecutions afflicting the Early Church, James encourages them to celebrate what God is still doing through them.