James
- Biblical Studies & Commentaries
- Publisher: Cascade Books (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2024
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Publisher's Description
In the early days of the church, James taught a message of joyful endurance, resisting temptation, and putting into practice the truth of the word the church had received. This little book offered reflections on trials, sin, and desire; on the challenges of controlling speech in the context of community and the damage such uncontrolled speech can bring about; and on the dangers of wealth and autonomy. James holds up a picture of a community that seeks a life of purity, prayer, and patience. He confronts those who choose their own way over God's way and speaks words of judgment against those who oppress and steal from the poor. In contrast, this community of early Christians is one of wisdom, joy, and praise that seeks healing for those among them who suffer. At each step, James encourages these Christians to consider the two ways: the way of righteousness and the way of evil, and to choose the good. This ancient book offers wisdom for today as we too seek to live godly lives of prayer, purity, and care for one another in a world that seeks to pull us away from God.
Endorsements (3)
“This wonderful piece of work goes deep into James’s letter without sacrificing clarity and simplicity. With an accessible language, Ruth Reese constantly connects the world of the text with the current horizon of North American Christianity. She guides us to see the pertinence and relevance of the Word of God from a fresh perspective. Highly recommended.”
“Equal portions wise and concise, Ruth Reese’s commentary offers an accessible analysis of the overall message of James that will benefit anyone wishing to live out the wisdom of James, the brother of Jesus. Readers will appreciate the section-by-section analysis that culminates in a section that reflects on how the text speaks to contemporary issues in Christian life. A terrific resource for students of James.”
“I am delighted by this commentary on James by Ruth Reese. She writes with thoughtful clarity, illuminating the challenges in the epistle without getting lost in controversies and ensuring that the relevance of the text is made clear for the lives of the readers. It is truly an excellent practical commentary. I will unhesitatingly recommend this when asked for an introduction to the epistle of James.”
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