'James' Tagged Posts
Overcoming Analysis Paralysis
Navigating life’s crossroads can often be intimidating. The uncertainties and risks of choosing the right path can lead to “analysis paralysis,” where deciding seems impossible. However, maintaining a biblical perspective can provide unique insights and confidence as we navigate critical times. The Bible is a treasure trove of wisdom and guidance regarding decision-making. James 3:17-18 depicts this biblical principle well. “But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace-loving, gentle at all times, always gentle,…
Doing Good by the Words We Speak
We’ve all heard the saying, “think before you speak.” But what if we took that a step further and applied it to our spiritual lives? The Bible teaches us many things about living; one of the most important lessons is our word usage. John Wesley was an influential figure in the 18th-century Christian revival known as the Methodist movement. He believed that everyone, regardless of their social class or status, should have access to the power of the gospel. In…
Not Caring Who Gets the Recognition
Do you remember the Underdog cartoon? Perhaps I’m dating myself here, but Underdog was a superhero who always saved the world from a host of villains. And when he wasn’t saving the world, he had a different occupation. He was a shoeshine boy. The voice at the show’s beginning would say something like, “One of the city’s most humble and lovable characters … was shoeshine boy.” After shoeshine boy completed his task, the customer would toss him a coin, pat…