the early Christians. They trusted in Jesus as the Lord of glory (James 2:1), yet faith does not negate the need for practical instruction in wisdom. Conflicts and factions arose within the church. Believers encountered the dangers of false professions of faith and the need to understand what it means to be followers of Jesus who believe in salvation by grace through faith, while also recognizing the necessity of the fruit of discipleship. James writes to give wisdom to the church living in a tumultuous