Joy in the Face of Trials (James 1:1-4)

What this episode covers

Martin Luther referred to James as “an epistle of straw” and something to “fire his stove” with. This letter has caused heartburn for Luther and many Protestants. However, it is a treasure for us, filled with practical teaching to help Christians face a full range of day-to-day challenges. In this first lesson, James calls us to rejoice in our trials. God is using them to perfect and complete us, as He did even with Jesus.

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