James 1:2-4 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sister, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens Read more »
The morning Scripture James 3:13-18 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is Read more »
Consider this: Come if you have a weak faith. Come if you are convinced in the strength of your convictions. Come so that you might be strengthened and challenged. Lead us into life, O God! Come if you are chased by the demands of others. Come if you feel threatened by a loss of security. Read more »
Romans 7:14-15, 24 NRSV I am of the flesh, sold into slavery under sin. I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate…Wretched man that I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Read more »