Scripture: James

There is a verse we know so well that we may have stopped truly seeing it. Mary brought forth her firstborn son, wrapped him in swaddling cloths, and laid him in a manger. A manger. We must let that sink in. This was no cozy scene with golden…

When we gather in the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, something wonderful happens. Our faith becomes a great equalizer. It matters not whether someone wears fine clothes or tattered ones, whether they are gifted in ways the world notices or quietly serving where no one…

There is a word that sounds hard but is truly peaceful, pleasant, and full of warmth. That word is surrender. We often think of surrender as losing something, like a soldier giving up in battle. But in God’s kingdom, surrender works differently. It is not about losing. It…

Today we gather around an ancient well, one nearly two thousand years old when Jesus sat beside it, weary from his journey. Here is a truth as clear as springwater: Jesus offers us living water, a drink that satisfies forever. Unlike the water we draw from earthly wells,…

The book of James calls us to something deeper. It is not enough to simply hear God’s word; we are to live it. The Word is alive, sharp, and searching, cutting through our excuses and revealing what is real within us. Like a mirror, it shows who we…

In James we are shown that trials are not curses but gifts. Hardship refines us like fire purifies metal, shaping patience and endurance, and teaching us to find joy in God’s work within us. Wisdom is promised to those who ask in faith. It comes not all at…

We hear God asking us deep questions. These questions remind us that God sees us clearly and calls us to trust Him right where we are. Like Moses, we may feel weak or unqualified, but God’s presence and power are enough. We are challenged to stop making excuses…

We see David, the great king, leaving his throne and crossing the Kidron Valley, betrayed by his own son and feeling crushed by grief. We picture his tears and the sorrow of the people, and we realize that sometimes we too walk through valleys of pain, loss, or…