As James just showed the perils of living in pride, he now addresses those who (in their pride) sinfully misuse their wealth. In this passage we will see the dangers and sin of misused wealth, and we will also see the hope that the gospel provides.

• The warning to the rich (v1)
• The selfish hoarding of the rich (v2-3)
• The unjust practice of the rich (v4)
• The self-indulging lifestyle of the rich (v5)
• The destructive oppression from the rich (v6)