Tag Archives: James

Slow to Speak

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Don Merritt

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral … Continue reading →

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The Trials of Life

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Don Merritt

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting … Continue reading →

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Rich and Poor

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Don Merritt

Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; … Continue reading →

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Let’s Get Started!

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Don Merritt

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading →

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A New Adventure is Set to Begin

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Don Merritt

Since we have just completed Revelation, it’s time to move on into another book of the Bible for our continuing study; I thought that James would be a fun change of pace. There is quite a bit of disagreement in … Continue reading →

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James and Legalism

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Don Merritt

Some commentators have claimed that James is a legalistic book, are they right? Personally, I don’t think so, but I can see why they say it.  There seems to be an impulse in some traditions to assert rules and even … Continue reading →

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James: Misconceptions and Insights

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Don Merritt

I knew when I decided to take this tour through the book of James that I would receive comments, lots of comments, and I’d like to thank each and every one of you who took the time and effort to … Continue reading →

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Finally, prayer

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Don Merritt

James 5:13-20 In concluding his letter, James speaks on prayer in the only passage in his letter that doesn’t have a direct parallel in the Sermon on the Mount. Actually, this is one of the strongest statements concerning the power … Continue reading →

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Let’s Keep it in Context!

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Don Merritt

Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming on you. Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and … Continue reading →

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Priorities

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Don Merritt

Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? … Continue reading →

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