Monday, September 13
Read James 2
Think About It:
- James wrote to a very partial age, filled with prejudice and hatred based on class, ethnicity, nationality, and religious background. In the ancient world people were routinely and permanently categorized because they were Jew or Gentile, slave or free, rich or poor, Greek or barbarian, or whatever. A significant aspect of the work of Jesus was to break down these walls that divided humanity, and to bring forth one new race of mankind in Him (Ephesians 2:14-15). James is saying that there is no room for partiality in the faith. Do you see partiality in the church today? What can you do to eliminate partiality in your faith?
- What does James say about selective obedience? (verses 10-13)
- How will true faith be demonstrated?
- What is an example of dead faith?
Family Time:
- Have you experienced “favoritism” at school or at home? When you are not the favorite, how does that make you feel? What does the Bible say about favoritism (called partiality in the Bible)? (verse 9)
- Can a believer have faith in God with no actions or works? Why? How we act should show the genuineness of our faith.
