Here are the rest of my journal entries in my read through the book of James.
- 2:18--2008 Chapin translation--"You take care of the GoodWorks project, I'll go to the Bible study--not good. It's all about application."
- 2:18--Faith is not faith unless it is working. Separate faith from works and you get a corpse.
- Ch. 3 (sorry, I didn't write down the specific verses from here on out)--
- Those who teach are held to higher standards.
- How I use my tongue is my choice. Will I use it to edify, encourage, and bless, or will I use it to tear down, gossip, and curse?
- What does it take to be a man/woman of wisdom? Holy living, getting along with others, gentle spirit.
- Ch. 4 and 5--Quarrels start because people want their own way.
- Flirt with the world and you'll become God's enemy.
- The best way to get on your feet is to get down on your knees before the Master.
- Dabbling in sin will destroy you.
- When Christians argue and fight, God is the one who takes a beating.
- If you know the right thing to do and don't do it, it's sin.
- I must be cautious of complaining against someone because a far greater complaint could be lodged against me.
- Make it a habit to always speak the truth. That way you never have to remember what you said.
- Pray, pray, pray.
- Don't ever give up on someone who has wandered from God.
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