Digital Logos Edition
The Letter of James is the focus of the latest commentary in the Belief series. In the Letter of James, the writer sends encouragement to the early church, in the midst of the struggles and strife that marked its early days. Theologian Martha L. Moore-Keish guides the reader through the brief but important letter, most known for its discussion of the importance of actions to make a true life of faith. The volumes in the Belief series offer a fresh and invigorating approach to all the books of the Bible. Building on a wide range of sources from biblical studies and the Christian tradition, noted scholars focus less on traditional, historical and literary angles in favor of a theologically focused commentary that considers the contemporary relevance of the text.
“To be a servant/slave of God was to be an instrument, a mouthpiece, a trusted helper, a worshiper devoted only to the Most High.” (Page 19)
“We are commanded to love not because it keeps us from being our best selves, but precisely because it enables us all to be our best selves together.” (Page 98)
“‘There could be no peace where there was oppression, injustice, or outrage upon the right” (Page 136)
“To doubt is to be internally conflicted, to have (at least) two competing views of the world operating at the same time: one in which God is the giver of all good gifts on whom we rely, and one in which humans are isolated individuals left to fend for themselves.” (Page 33)
“Instead, James preaches to his community on the same texts that Jesus did: the ancient Israelite Scriptures—Torah, prophets, and wisdom.” (Page 4)
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