Our faith isn't merely about listening to the word of God but actively living it out in our everyday lives. Teaching Pastor Adam Brock continues our series on the book of James.
As believers of Christ, the way that you speak should never contradict your profession of Christ. A transformed heart signifies a transformed life and a transformation in our communication. Ephesians 4:29 is crucial.
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouth, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs that it may benefit those who listen."
Ephesians 4:29
Imagine a world where Christians thoughtfully live out this verse – verbally expressing only what benefits others and helps them grow. It would create an immediate, dramatic change across every aspect of life.
When James wrote this letter, widows and orphans represented the most vulnerable people. James underscores the vital role of the family of faith in caring for its members. It’s always right for the people of God to be people of compassion so we must never overlook the most vulnerable among us. We must be a people marked by compassion.
When we put on the holiness of Christ and when we live in a way that reflects the holiness of Christ, we’re pointing to the fact that our Father is holy. Our actions, our lives should be a response to who our God is, a perfectly holy Heavenly Father.