Tag Archives: James 3

malicious mindsets

20240203 malicious mindsets James 3:13-18 (JDV) James 3:13 Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his results, with the humility of wisdom.James 3:14 But if you have bitter envy and selfish ambition in … Continue reading

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should not be

20240202 should not be James 3:9-12 (JDV) James 3:9 With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in God’s likeness.James 3:10 Blessing and cursing come out of the same mouth. … Continue reading

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fire extinguisher

20240201 fire extinguisher James 3:5-8 (JDV) James 3:5: Although the tongue is a small part of the body, it boasts great things. Think about how a small fire kindles a large forest.James 3:6 And the tongue is a fire. The … Continue reading

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organ of direction

20240131 organ of direction James 3:1-4 (JDV) James 3:1 Not many should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we will be scrutinized more strictly.James 3:2 You see, we all trip in many ways. If anyone does not trip … Continue reading

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after faith: no wisdom wars

James 3:13-18.    James had warned the churches not to produce too many teachers.  It seems that the churches were in danger of wisdom wars – where teachers would compete with each other for the loyalty of the other believers.  James … Continue reading

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after faith: a disciplined tongue

James 3:1-12.  James had encouraged the churches to prove their faith by their works.  Many people were ambitious and wanted to be teachers like James.  He warned them that with such authority came much responsibility.  The tongue could do much … Continue reading

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