Today we start with a new book of the New Testament; James. He is a brother of Jesus and also a pastor of the Christian congregation in Jerusalem. *** James encourages Christians to return to the Word, take comfort in the Gospel, and live righteous lives focused on service toward others. We also know the kind of lives God calls us to lead. Yet too easily we turn away from that calling. God, who implanted His Word in us and justified us in Christ, now calls us to bless others. He honors us by using us to bring His love to all people, especially those whom the world ignores. • Thank You, Lord, for Your Word. Hold it continually before me, and bring me to hear it preached and taught. May it be rooted deep inside me, that it may transform me into Your righteous servant. Amen.
Various Authors. The Lutheran Study Bible (p. 10774). (Function). Kindle Edition.