Friday, February 3, 2023
Daily Scripture & Questions
James 1:1-3:1 James, the half-brother of Jesus, came to faith in Christ only after the resurrection. He went on to be a key leader in the church of Jerusalem. His letter is full of practical truths that emphasize living out our faith. Some think that he contradicts the apostle Paul when he talks about faith and works, but the two are easily reconciled when we realize that Paul is talking about being justified in the sense of a legal declaration of righteousness. James, on the other hand, speaks of being justified as an outward demonstration of righteousness. How is the section on the tongue in chapter three a good illustration of this (as a demonstration of what is inside)?
Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions
Read James 2:14-26. Read also Genesis 22:9-10. How did Abraham's actions demonstrate that he had been declared righteous by his faith as mentioned in Genesis 15:6. Does what you say or what you do prove your faith?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Romans 15:5-6 May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Seek the Lord for His provision of endurance and encouragement, especially providing what is needed to experience harmony with other believers to His glory.
James 1:1-3:1 James, the half-brother of Jesus, came to faith in Christ only after the resurrection. He went on to be a key leader in the church of Jerusalem. His letter is full of practical truths that emphasize living out our faith. Some think that he contradicts the apostle Paul when he talks about faith and works, but the two are easily reconciled when we realize that Paul is talking about being justified in the sense of a legal declaration of righteousness. James, on the other hand, speaks of being justified as an outward demonstration of righteousness. How is the section on the tongue in chapter three a good illustration of this (as a demonstration of what is inside)?
Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions
Read James 2:14-26. Read also Genesis 22:9-10. How did Abraham's actions demonstrate that he had been declared righteous by his faith as mentioned in Genesis 15:6. Does what you say or what you do prove your faith?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Romans 15:5-6 May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Seek the Lord for His provision of endurance and encouragement, especially providing what is needed to experience harmony with other believers to His glory.
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