Author:
Moore-Keish, Martha L. author.
Edition Statement:First edition.
ImprintLouisville, Kentucky : Westminster John Knox Press, [2019]
Descriptionxiv, 230 pages ; 24 cm.
Note:Introduction: why James? why now? -- 1:1 "James" greets the "twelve tribes" -- 1:2-8 Faith and wisdom in the midst of trials -- 1:9-11 Poor and rich -- 1:12-15 Enduring temptation -- 1:16-18 Being born of the word -- 1:19-27 Hearing and doing the word -- 2:1-13 Playing favorites -- 2:14-26 Faith without works is dead -- 3:1-12 The dangers of the tongue -- 3:13-18 True and false wisdom -- 4:1-10 Conflict between God and "the world" -- 4:11-12 Do not judge -- 4:13-17 Do not boast about tomorrow -- 5:1-6 Critique of rich oppressors -- 5:7-11 Patience in suffering -- 5:12 On swearing -- 5:13-18 Faithful prayer -- 5:19-20 Bringing home the wanderers.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (pages 208-209) and indexes.
Note:"The Letter of James is the focus of the latest commentary for 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 Moore-Keish guides the writer 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."-- Provided by publisher.
