James

What is the reason this book was written?

     The reason that the book of James was written was to teach the believers that faith in God was not made complete without actions (2:17, 22). They needed to understand that just saying they had faith was not enough, but they had to prove their faith (2:20-22).

What is the main idea?

      The main idea of James is to do what you say you believe. If you say you have faith in something then your life should reflect that (2:26). The word faith is mentioned 16 times in the book of James. This is definitely the point he was trying to get across to the believers.

What is the important historical background?

      James, the brother of Jesus, wrote this book to fellow believers (1:1). It is considered to be one of the first books in the New Testament. He writes this to a mainly Jewish audience (1:1). The

What does this book show about the character and nature of God?

      God blesses those who keep their faith through trails and testings (1:12). Though God allows temptations into our life he is never the one he gives them (1:12). God is the author of all things that are good and not the sin that entangles us. He remains the same to and forever. He is the unchanging God. (1:17).