The 20th book of the
New Testament
This is a letter written by
James (the half-brother of Jesus) to the churches in general. The letter is a little short doctrine (which is why
Martin Luther tried to have it removed from the
canon), but it teaches much on morals, ethics, and faith.
chapters:
1
2
3
4
5
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Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Whole Bible
Book: James
Chapters: 1 ·
2 ·
3 ·
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This epistle of
James is one of the most instructive writings
in the New
Testament. Being chiefly directed against particular
errors at that time brought in among the Jewish Christians, it
does not contain the same full doctrinal statements as the other
Epistles, but it presents an admirable summary of the practical
duties of all believers. The leading truths of Christianity are
set forth throughout; and
On attentive consideration, it will be
found entirely to agree with St.
Paul's statements concerning
Grace and
Justification, while it abounds with
Earnest
exhortations to the patience of
Hope and obedience of
Faith and
Love, interspersed with warnings, reproofs, and encouragements,
according to the characters addressed. The truths laid down are
very serious, and necessary to be maintained; and the rules for
practice ought to be observed in all times. In
Christ there are
No dead and sapless branches,
Faith is not an idle
Grace;
wherever it is, it brings forth
Fruit in
Works.