Intro. - James’ take on “religion” - “A comprehensive word for the specific ways in which a heart relationship to God is
expressed in our lives” BST James p74
Failue To Controlo The Tongue
James - stop quarreling, slander, grumbling, swearing
Controlling the tongue is like a bit in a horse’s mouth
Failure reveals self- deception
Failure reveals a worthless faith
This is an inward examination
Ministry To The Needy
Being like the Father - Psalm 68:5
“Looking after” - more than just visiting - active help
This is a costly concern
Personal Holiness
The purity of heart that God desires in people
Faultless - something help high and sacred
Avoid thinking and acting in accordance with the value system of the society around us
