James 1:18-25

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The battle of the wills is great, yet God wants us to achieve “the righteousness of God”. To do so, requires us to grow from infancy as Christians to maturity. Thus far, we have considered trials and temptations, and now come to where the rubber meets the road - the journey of life. And, the importance of behaving as we believe. Today, we will consider first, the preparation for the truth, which requires an open ear, a controlled tongue, a calm spirit, and a clean heart. Next, we must receive the truth. Having received the truth, we must now respond to the truth.