Forbidden Favoritism Scripture: James 2:1-7(NIV) 1 My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism. 2 Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in...
Pure Religion Scripture: James 1:26-27(NIV) 26 Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and...
Do What It Says Scripture: James 1:19-25(NIV) 19 My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, 20 because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God...
Every Good and Perfect Gift Scripture: James 1:12-18(NIV) 12 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. 13 When...
On Fame and Fortune Scripture: James 1:9-11(NIV) 9 Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. 10 But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For...
Persevere with Faith Scripture: James 1:1-8(NIV) 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials...
The Marks of Jesus Scripture: Galatians 6:17-18(NIV) 17 From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. 18 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers and sisters...
Never Boast Except in the Cross Scripture: Galatians 6:11-16(NIV) 11 See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own hand! 12 Those who want to impress people by means of the flesh are trying to compel you to be circumcised. The...
Reaping What You Sow Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10(NIV) 7 Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. 8 Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from...
Blessing Those Who Instruct You Scripture: Galatians 6:6(NIV) 6 Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should share all good things with their instructor. Devotional By: Lynette Hart In Biblical times, the tithes...