James’ final word is for the church to continue trusting God by staying gathered [implicit], relying on each other, and praying for one another [explicit].

In anticipation of the great work about to unfold, Jesus speaks words of hope, healing, wholeness, and assurance to His small and frightened flock.

Depending on who you are, this day can mean many things. What does this day mean to you?

In the face of injustice, hold fast to Christ, stay the course, don’t quit, because the judge is standing at the door!

In light of eternity, humble yourself before a sovereign God.

The world offers an ungodly alternative to our godly affections and to be forewarned is to be forearmed.

Christians are radically different than the world in which they live.

The tongue cannot be tamed until the heart is transformed. Until the heart is changed, the tongue will never be controlled.

Faith alone saves, but saving faith is never alone.

The Gospel is impartial and manifests itself in love to others.