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What is the proper relationship between faith and deeds? How do Christians mature in the faith? What hope can we offer those who face trials of various sorts? How do we learn to control our tongues and not get bogged down with riches? The apostle James faced these questions in profound ways and offered sound pastoral advice to his readers, scattered by persecution. His word to them can become a...

The First Example: Lacking Wisdom (1:5–8)* Two examples come to mind for James, by which to illustrate the spiritual dynamics of trials. First, what if you lack wisdom? This is an important example to James, for he will return to the theme of wisdom in 3:13–18. It is also fitting as a first example, because it is of such urgent importance for Christians in trials. Isn’t this the cry in the heart of ones who are suffering? “I don’t know what to do!” 2 Chronicles 20:12 in its context illustrates
James 1:5–8
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