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TAMING THE TONGUEJames 3 “If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check” (James 3:2). What we say about others says more about us than about them. OverviewEven teachers must watch their tongues (3:1–2), which must be tamed and harnessed (vv.Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

FAITH DISPLAYEDJames 2 “As the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead” (James 2:26). Biblical faith is alive and active. OverviewFavoritism does not fit with love of neighbors (2:1–13). By its very nature faith must express itself in works: a faith without works is dead and useless (vv. 14–26). UnderstandingContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

James INTRODUCTIONThis letter was written by James, the brother of Jesus, who was a leader of the Jerusalem church (cf. Acts 15:13–29; Gal. 2:12). It may date from the late A.D. 40s, just after persecution scattered the members of the new movement (James 1:1; cf. Acts 8:1–3). If so, James would be the earliest ofContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

RESTORED BLESSINGSJob 38–42 “The LORD blessed the latter part of Job’s life more than the first” (Job 42:12). The New Testament invites us to consider Job’s experience, and realize that “the Lord is full of compassion and mercy” (James 5:11). OverviewGod challenged Job to consider His wisdom (38:1–39:30) and His power (40:1–41:34). Job repented (42:1–6).Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

JOB’S INNOCENCEJob 28–37 “Does He not see my ways and count my every step?” (Job 31:4) Job’s powerful defense portrays a practical piety that can serve you and me as a guide to godliness. And Elihu reminds us that suffering can be a gift. BackgroundElihu’s contribution. Job and his friends had reached an impasse. TheyContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”