True Religion in Action: Living the Faith, Guarding the Tongue, and Loving Without Favoritism James 1:22 to 2:4, continuing with the proverb theme of Faith in Action, then introducing the Rich and Poor and then Controlling the Tongue. What is true religion? St. James explains! Brought to you by St John the Evangelist Catholic Church, … Continued

Faith in Action: Temptation, Testing, and Perseverance Through Trials James 1:12 to 21: James introduces another of the Proverb themes: Faith in Action; and we focus in especially on the difference between temptation and testing. Brought to you by St John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Jackson Michigan and our very own Todd Gale: Discipleship Coordinator … Continued

Faith Without Division: James on Doubt, Wisdom, and Perseverance in Trials James continues his introduction of 6 themes of proverbs he will revisit throughout the letter. Much discussion about DOUBT and what St. James means when he says DOUBT is the opposite of Faith. Not just questioning or searching, but resistance and opposition. Brought to … Continued

Standing Firm in Trials: Jude’s Final Encouragement and the Powerful Opening of James End of Jude and James 1:1-3. Jude ends beautifully, giving a short list of remarks helping us disciples stay on track in the face of false teachings. Then we begin the amazing letter of James. James is most likely James the Just, … Continued

Contending for the Faith: Jude’s Warning Against Deceivers in the Church The Epistles– Jude, part 1. We cover verses 1-16. Jude / Judas, a cousin to Jesus, brother of James, writes this emergency letter warning the Church of the imposters who have infiltrated the Church. This letter has much in common with John’s epistles: warning … Continued