Bible
Count trials as joy, James 1
Trials produce steadfastness in believers
Believers who lack wisdom should ask God for wisdom
Those who doubt when asking for wisdom will be tossed like a wave in the sea
Life is like a flower that fades
one's own desires is what causes temptation
Every good gift is from God
The role of God’s word in a believer’s life is to obey and follow it
True faith is caring for widows and orphans
One who hears the word and does not follow it is like a man looking at his face in the mirror
Believers should receive the implanted word with meekness
Those who persevere under trial will receive the crown of life
James warns against the sin of partiality
The rich that James condemns are those who oppress the poor
Royal Law : Love your neighbor as yourself
Faith without works is dead
James warns against becoming a teacher, because they are judged harshly
What does Jones compare the tongue to? Fire
worldly wisdom is wisdom that doesn't come from above
Abraham demonstrated faith by sacrificing Isaac
Rahab showed faith by hiding spies
When the tongue isn't controlled it defiles the whole body
The tongue can’t be tamed by man
Blessings and curses shouldn’t come from the same mouth
Selfish passions cause fighting amongst believers
Prayer should have a powerful and effective role in the lives of believers