Lessons from a 5 year old!

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Above all, my brothers, do not swear– not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. Let your “Yes” be yes, and your “No,” no, or you will be condemned. (James 5:12)

My little nephew has been learning this verse.  My sister noticed that Andrew would change his mind a lot, so she decided to teach him this verse.  Here’s his version,

“Let your yes be yes, let your no be no.”

Even at the precious age of five, Andrew is learning how to be a man of his word.  I think this is a very important lesson that we can learn.  How often do we lack the follow through we need?  How often do we fall short on finishing what we start?  In this passage, James is quoting Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount.  Let’s take a look at what Jesus has to say!

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Serving God Alone

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The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows]. (John 10:10, AMP)

We are wrapping up our James study this week.  We will finish with James 5.  Feel free to read it!  This week, the devotionals will be a little lighter as I have family coming to town.  Today, I thought I would share a passage of Scripture with you that puts James 5:1-6 into perspective.

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When We’re Together

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The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing. (Zephaniah 3:17)

His Wonderful Acts

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Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done.

Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts. Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. (Psalm 105:1-4)

Where’s the Spotlight?

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What leads to [the unending] quarrels and conflicts among you? Do they not come from your [hedonistic] desires that wage war in your [bodily] members [fighting for control over you]? (James 4:1, AMP)

Through this passage, I have come to understand that most conflicts can be avoided if I recognize the source.  The source being my selfish desires and struggle to have what I want in life.

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