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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 24 MIN

James 5:3–11 Explained: Judgment, Patience, and the Coming of the Lord (Session 16)

from Reasoning Through the Bible · host Glenn Smith and Steve Allem

In this episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, James 5:3–11 is explored with a focus on judgment, the last days, unjust wealth, and the believer’s call to patience. James warns that hoarded riches, withheld wages, and luxury gained at the expense of others will not be ignored by God. The cries of defrauded laborers reach the ears of the Lord, and Scripture makes clear that there is a coming day of reckoning for those who use wealth and power unjustly.  This study also turns to the comfort James gives to believers: be patient until the coming of the Lord. Like a farmer waiting for rain, Christians are called to endure, trust God’s timing, and live in expectancy of Christ’s return. The passage highlights the nearness of the Lord, the certainty of judgment, and the need for steadfast faith in the last days.  Topics covered in this episode: judgment day in the Bible  the last days in Scripture  unjust wealth and unpaid laborers  Christian patience and endurance  the coming of the Lord  living in expectancy of Jesus’ return Support the showThank you for listening!!  Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the BiblePlease prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve

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In this episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, James 5:3–11 is explored with a focus on judgment, the last days, unjust wealth, and the believer’s call to patience. James warns that hoarded riches, withheld wages, and luxury gained at the expense of others will not be ignored by God. The cries of defrauded laborers reach the ears of the Lord, and Scripture makes clear that there is a coming day of reckoning for those who use wealth and power unjustly. This study also turns to the comf...

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