Justin Peters examines the sin of partiality in James 2:1-9. He reveals how favoritism contradicts God's impartial nature. Peters uses practical examples to show that showing preference based on wealth dishonors God's image in all people. The sin of partiality betrays a misunderstanding of the gospel. Christians must embrace God's impartial character. They should remember that divine election humbles believers. God chose them by grace alone, not personal merit. ★ Support this podcast ★
James tells us what pure and undefiled religion looks like: bridling the tongue, caring for the needy, and personal holiness. An exposition of James 1:26-27. ★ Support this podcast ★
Many professing Christians evaluate their love for Jesus based on their feelings for and emotions about Him. We see in today’s text, though, that our love for Jesus is measured by our obedience to His Word. An exposition of James 1:22-25. ★ Support this podcast ★
In today’s text, James instructs his readers to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. There is much more to this than it may at first appear. An exposition of James 1: 19-21. ★ Support this podcast ★
In this rich passage, we see the confluence of God’s goodness, immutability, and sovereignty. His gifts to us continually flow down up to and including that of our own regeneration. An exposition of James 1:17-18. ★ Support this podcast ★
Being tempted in and of itself is not a sin. Left unchecked, however, temptation brings forth sin and sin brings forth death. If we are not diligent to kill sin, it will kill us. An exposition of James 1:13-16. ★ Support this podcast ★
Due to technical difficulties, the quality of this recording is less than usual. Thank you for your patience as we work on fixing this issue.This verse marks James’ conclusion of his treatment of trials. Trials in this life are tests of our faith but God sustains us through them. Genuine believers will persevere through these trials and as a reward, God will grant us the crown which is eternal life with Jesus Christ. An exposition of James 1:12. ★ Support this podcast ★
It is likely easy for us to see how poverty can be a trial, but did you know that wealth is also a trial for the believer? Both poverty and wealth present unique trials and unique temptations. An exposition of James 1:9-11. ★ Support this podcast ★
James promises us that if we ask God for wisdom in the midst of trials, God will answer that prayer. An exposition of James 1:5-8. ★ Support this podcast ★
Trials are inevitable in this fallen world. They are not enjoyable, but we can count them as joy. We will look at the purpose of trials and the good fruit that can come from them. An exposition of James 1:2-4 as taught by Justin Peters. ★ Support this podcast ★
An introduction to the book of James and the author of the book, the Lord’s half-brother by Justin Peters. ★ Support this podcast ★