By Pastor Jason Lim

Instead of being angry and living in sin because of the pains of trials, the people of God should exude righteousness. But what does this righteous life look like? How can you and I practically live it? And why does this matter at all?

James teaches about living in righteousness during trials here:

1. Instructions - True faith is shown through obedience, not anger. A believer forsakes sin and pursues righteousness in speech, service, and sanctification.

2. Illustration – James compares a person to a man looking in a mirror. The wise see their flaws and change; the foolish ignore them and remain in sin.

3. Implications – True faith is not just professed but demonstrated. A genuine believer controls his tongue, serves the needy, and remains unstained by the world.

In trials, resist sinful desires, receive God’s Word, and live in obedience. This is true, undefiled religion—the path to eternal life. Let us rejoice, request, reflect, receive, and respond!