Today we start the book of James, written by a fascinating author. It is thought that he was the brother of Jesus, and likely that he didn't believe in Jesus as Messiah until after the resurrection. (Remember that time Jesus' family showed up to haul him off because they thought he was crazy?) He opens the letter talking about wisdom and humility. That's a pretty fitting theme for a man who probably thought he had his crazy brother Jesus figured out, and wouldn't follow him!