James 5 shows the rich Jews oppressing the Jewish Christians of the day by not paying them their wages leading to their deaths because they couldn't afford to provide basic necessities for their families....
***Just a Thought: The world would tell these Christians to take the matter into their own hands and fight back. But, we must remember that Godly wisdom stands completely in opposition to worldly wisdom! We know that, but look at our actions… Mark my words: The world will call us weak cowards. Look at Jesus’ reaction when headed to the cross, carrying the cross, and on the cross.
SILENCE—knowing that God would take care of it!
Arrogance and pride get in the way though…I’m sure this was a huge struggle for these Christians! “I deserve my wages at least.” The only thing we deserve is eternal death because of our sin. It’s only God’s grace that allows us to live, breath, earn money, and do everything else under the sun.
When will we stop just calling ourselves Christians and actually be labeled by others as FOLLOWERS OF JESUS?!!!?
As a follower of Jesus, BE PATIENT in life’s hardships and sufferings!
PATIENCE: 1. Wait on God (Goal: to become mature and complete in our faith)
2. Find Hope in Christ's Return (suffering is temporary)
3. Stand Firm (actively [not passively] wait seeking Christ through it all)
Sunday, October 31, 2010
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