The phenomenon that occurred i Herod's life can also occur in our own lives if we are not careful. That is, we can begin with a conscience that is sensitive to righteousness and justice but then become hardened to the point of blindness in the face of truth.

We ought to say -Deo Volente,- if the Lord wills.

Most of our Christian ministry may be centered in and around the Church. However, we are also to go out into a dark world and shine our light.

The sin of slander exalts one above another, above the law, and above the Lawgiver. This is blasphemy.

To resolve the conflict described in the early verses of James 4, we must experience the grace of God by humbly submitting ourselves to God.