Wealth was often seen as a mark of blessing in the ancient near east. Even today, we can confuse success with God’s favour. A look at the text (read James 5:1-6) The invite to the rich is repeated, they are summoned to come but not to celebrate and receive, rather to weep and mourn as… Continue reading The fate of the rich
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Boasting and the future
As we move towards the end of the letter, James is continuing to help us to see what true faith is all about. Read James 4:13-5:20. Faith can easily be confused with confidence and so there is a warning against boasting. This is particularly given to the wealthy who may be tempted to go around… Continue reading Boasting and the future
The barrier of self-sufficiency (Mark 10:17-31)
A man comes to Jesus and asks him how we can receive eternal life. We discover three important things about the man Jesus is keen for this man to receive what his heart desires, eternal life. So, he does two things. First of all, he challenges the man’s understanding of goodness. The man has given… Continue reading The barrier of self-sufficiency (Mark 10:17-31)
The proposed European Super League exposes our idolatry
The news cycle moves on. What has knocked coronavirus and a royal death off of the headlines this week? That’s right, it’s football and proposals for a European Super League. The plan is for 12 of the richest and largest clubs in Europe to break away from their national leagues to form their own competition,… Continue reading The proposed European Super League exposes our idolatry
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