INTRODUCTION The first section of Isaiah’s prophecy (chapters 1-12) ended with the promise of an exodus and a “song of Moses” (11:11-12:6). The original song of Moses spoke of the nations trembling before Yahweh (Exodus 15:14-16), and Isaiah fittingly continues with prophetic . . . . Continue Reading »
1 Corinthians 1:23-24: We preach Christ crucified, to Jews a stumbling block and to Gentiles foolishness, but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. From beginning to end, James’ letter is a call to perseverance. “Be patient, . . . . Continue Reading »
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God . . . and it will be given to him,” James says in today’s sermon text. James is alluding to the story of Solomon asking for wisdom to judge the vast nation of Israel. According to James, we can all be Solomons. We can all be kings . . . . Continue Reading »
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