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In this passage, we see Paul giving thanks to God for a group of people who have been changed by His word. They both heard it and received it for what it was: the Word of God.

Leadership is influence, and everybody is an influence to someone. In this passage we are called to lead those around us with gentleness, without burdening them, and modeling a right life.

As Christians, we are all called to be spiritual leaders. God has strategically placed each of us in a position to lead those around us to knowing Him.

As believers, we are called to confront wandering believers with the truth.

James teaches the believer concerning the power of prayer.

We serve a holy God. Because of that, we must also strive to live holy lives. It is the grace of God that sets us apart, to live differently than the world.

As James begins to wrap up his letter to the church, he wants us to see one more thing. Our speech is something that is addressed multiple times throughout the letter, but before he signs off, James challenges us with this: tell the truth, always. Do not use strong, oath-like language to try and cover up a lie, for this dishonors God and brings judgment on you.

Have you ever been wronged before? Mistreated? Or simply misunderstood? How do you deal with these situations? We look at what scripture says about those who treat us wrongly.

In James 5:1-6, James is addressing a group of people who are rich, and whose wealth has caused them to sin. How do we ensure that our wealth does not lead us into temptation but allows us to better glorify God?