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The Epistle of James deals with a variety of themes, with an emphasis on practical aspects of the Christian life. Some topics covered in this epistle include how to handle trials and temptations, understanding the relation between faith and works, how to tame our tongues, being a friend of God rather than a friend of the world, and the value of humility, patience, and prayer. James challenges...

In coming to grips with suffering, a Catholic should bear in mind both Jas 1:2, “Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials” and verse 17,”Every good endowment and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” Because we have this eternal Father we can have an eternal perspective that arises from the eternal goal that awaits us.
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