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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: James 3

Can we refrain from saying evil things?

March 9, 2021

James warns us about the danger. What we say can ignite a fire. I have seen it. It isn’t pretty. The …

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How can we control what we say to others? Can we have self-control?

February 15, 2021

One of the proofs of God’s working in our lives is the ability to control our own thoughts, words, and …

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“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.” ~James

January 28, 2020

Gentleness is a strength. It is highly desirable, and Jesus shows us the way by His own gentleness. Jesus challenges …

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Humility — Does God command it?

October 4, 2018

  Does God command me to be humble? Yes, Absolutely. There is no doubt about it. The Bible describes humility …

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Good works — Is there evidence of a radical change of thinking and action?

September 20, 2018

Goodness is virtue and holiness in action. Jesus calls on me to radically change how I think and do good. …

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Speech — Can it bring ruin or joy to the speaker?

September 2, 2018

What my tongue produces has eternal implications, for it reveals what is in my heart. Jesus said that “the good …

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“So also the tongue is a small part of the body, and yet it boasts of great things. See how great a forest is set aflame by such a small fire!” ~James

August 13, 2018

James warns me about the danger. What I say can ignite a fire. I have seen it. It isn’t pretty. …

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Peacemakers — The Importance of Pursuing Peace

August 5, 2018

I can’t make peace if I don’t have peace myself. That is the first task, find peace in Jesus. Then, …

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Self-control — Controlling What is Said

June 7, 2018

One of the proofs of God’s working in my life is the ability to control my own thoughts, words, and …

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Speech — It has the Power of Death and Life

June 6, 2018

My speech has an enormous influence for good or ill and is a sure guide to my character. The power …

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“Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be.” ~James

November 1, 2016

James is very clear (as is Jesus) about the kind of language that should come out of my mouth. I …

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“Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness.” ~Apostle James

October 9, 2015

There is a “real” wisdom. Not the way I usually think about it for sure. It is God’s wisdom. God created …

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