Writing James 5
Good morning. This is the last chapter of James. I feel like James was in a hurry as he wrote to the 12 tribes in the Dispersion. He has so many different things that he comments on; a lot of don’t and some do’s. So many things that I can hold close to my heart and learn from. This chapter is no different. As he talks to those who are rich in material things, I can take note to listen. I have so many material things and people in this world. It can all be taken from me in an instant. How would I feel? Would my faith be in this world or in God?
On another note, do I have enough patience to wait for the Lord? Can I keep treading along when times get tough? My life isn’t even tough in comparison to what others go through. Do I rely on prayer to help me when I need it? Do I sing praises when I am happy, giving credit o the Lord? Do I have faith that my prayers and other’s prayers will really be answered?
So many questions can be asked after this book. I think I will have to go back to a verse in chapter 3:
But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.
james 3:17-18
I need to have patience and look to the Lord and I can feel peace. Even as I read that verse, I feel a calmness take over me. As I know that I go to the Lord, I know that His promises are true. I receive forgiveness, grace, and mercy through Him.
God is so Good!!
I hope everyone is having a wonderful day!!
