James gave us the blueprint of what faith is and what it does. Its characteristics are unmistakable. Faith obeys the word of God, removes discrimination from our hearts, proves itself by works, controls the tongue, generates wisdom, exalts humility, and overwhelmingly produces a deep dependence on God. In conjunction, faith triumphs when we pray for the afflicted and even when we confront the errors of our brother. “Brethren,” James wrote, “if anyone among you wanders from the truth, and someone turns him back, let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins” (5:19–20). Wonderful. God bless you. REINHARD BONNKE
Posted on: Tue, 27 Aug 2013 23:21:26 +0000
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