The book of James

Hypocrisy. It is a problem.
We just finished our first quarter of SBS. The students have almost finished studying the New Testament and they have done amazing. I (Angela) taught on the last day of lecture- the book of James.

James is a book that is like going into a room of mirrors. He holds up a mirror at all different angles and allows you to look at yourself from multiple perspectives and topics. It is an awesome book that challenges every believer to really live out his faith in practical ways dealing with issues like perseverance in trials, wisdom, and watching our words to name a few. I love this quote:

Whenever faith does not issue in love, and doctrine, no matter how orthodox, is unrelated to life; whenever Christians are tempted to settle down to a self–centered religion, and become oblivious of the social and material needs of others. Or whenever they deny by their manner of living the creed they profess, and seem more anxious to be friends of the world than friends of God, then the epistle of James has something to say to them which they reject at their own peril.-R.V.G Tasker 1956.

I was challenged as I studied and taught this book written by the brother of Jesus to be open to seeing any areas in my life that are not in alignment with what I profess to believe. I am always open to feedback (given in love of course) so if anytime you see something you would deem ‘hypocrisy’ please let me know.