Establishing the reality of two kingdoms here on earth and how the believer is to relate to the -common- kingdom.

When James asked -Where do wars and fights come from- he was not asking about world wars or conflicts of nations, but he brought it home to the church with two words, -among You-.

The clear contrast between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom.

James writes of -the meekness of wisdom-, leading to a necessity of defining meekness, and the fear of the Lord from which wisdom originates.

Some have said they like James because he is practical while Paul is theological. Yet here we have James entering into the doctrine of total inability.

As we begin chapter three James takes on a certain group of people who have appointed themselves as masters of Christianity. This is why he warns that they will face a more strict judgment because they will be judged by their own measure or standards.--Certainly there are sobering words here for teachers, yet it appears he is going beyond that scope.

We are justified by faith alone, yet the faith alone is not alone. Faith has packaged in it qualities such as perseverance, and in this light it also has works. Abraham and Rahab would not have done what they did without faith engergizing their works.

Last of the Parking Lot Messages. Jesus displayed His power in doctrine and in the commanding of demons.

How often people wish to know who Jesus is and then become angry when He is presented. This was recorded outdoors, so apologies that the audio is not as good as we would like.