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2 Corinthians 10:3-6 (LHB) For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh: 4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God for the pulling down of strongholds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of…
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Love Languages Words of Affirmation Words of love—I love you. Words of encouragement, love notes, etc. Words of honor—My wife is really great at ___ (given both publicly and privately) Words of thanks—Thank you (given both publicly and privately) Quality Time Time of focusing on your loved one. Listening, not giving advice—How was your…
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James continues to teach us God’s ways. He emphasizes the difference between the world’s system and God’s system. The difference in loyalty, attitudes, lifestyle, rules, worldview, etc. He urges living according to the law of Christ (1 Corinthians 9:21, Galatians 6:2, James 1:25, and James 2:12). Even though the Psalmist refers to Mosaic Law…
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As James continues his letter to us, he mentions the source of personal wars and argument. Let us take heed and be careful of our attitudes and actions. God will help us. My translation and notes for James 4:1-3 James Chapter 4 Origin of Personal Wars and Arguing 1 Where do yourp wars of…
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James not instructs us on the two different systems of wisdom. One is from below (worldly and possibly demonic). The other is from above (God approved). My translation and notes on James 3:13-18 Different Types of Wisdom 13 Let him who is wise and experienced among youp prove it by his actions of good…
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The next topic James addresses is speech. What and how we speak is important. James teaches us God’s standard for speech. Jesus is our example. My translation and notes on James 3:1-6 James Chapter 3 Teachers Judged More Strictly 1 My brothers, not many of youp should become teachers, because we know that we…
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James continues concerning living the Christian life. What we say must match what we do. What we say has some importance, but if we do not what we say, we are lying to ourselves and others. We become hypocritical liars. Then he gives two examples of what one does proves what they believe. My…
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James continues with his practical advice of how to live the Christian life. He deals with partiality, favoritism, prejudice, and judging someone’s life by the amount of financial riches. This principle is taught in the Old Testament as well. Finally, he addresses Christian liberty. My translation and notes on James 2:1-13 James Chapter 2…
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James continues to instruct us on living the Christian life. He spends some time correcting deceptions about the Christian life. God gives gifts, so should we. James teaches us true gifts based on God’s examples. One of the best gifts He gives is self-control. We must listen carefully before speaking. What we say is…
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James continues his letter on topics concerning the Christian lifestyle and principles of God’s kingdom. My translation and notes on James 1:9-15 Believers Should Be Content in Life’s Status 9 Let the brother of humble circumstances rejoice in that he is exalted, [The Greek word for ‘humble circumstances’ is (G5011) ταπεινός tapeinós, which means…