JAMES

 James writes to saints in trials & test

Encouraging faith to stand its best

“Count it joy when troubles arise

For testing produces endurance wise”

He warns against favoritism in the crowd

Treat all the same, humble & proud

The rich & poor are equal in sight

God’s chosen dwell in truth & light

Faith without works is dead, he warns

A seed unused will yield no morns

But show your faith through deeds each day

Help the poor & walk God’s way

Control your tongue, your words are fire

Bridled speech will lift you higher

Do not quarrel, do not fight

Speak with wisdom, truth, & light

Submit to God, resist the devil’s snare

Draw near to Him in constant prayer

Cleanse your hearts, humble your soul

Trust His guidance, let Him make you whole

He urges patience, like the farmer waits

For precious fruit from heaven’s gates

Do not grumble, endure the pain

The Lord will bless & break each chain

He speaks of wisdom, pure & bright

Gentle, peaceable, full of light

Show mercy, do good, cultivate peace

And all your striving will find release

He reminds of the power of prayer

Confess your sins, lift others with care

Anoint the sick, seek God’s hand

Trust in Him, He will command

Therefore be doers, not only hearers

Live out faith, not just believers

Let deeds & love shine through your days

And glorify God in all your ways

Patience, prayer, humility, & love

Faith in action, hope above

The tongue controlled, good works abound

In God’s great mercy, we are found