James

James wraps up his letter to the churches with advice to cover their circumstances in patient prayer with one another.

James tells us that the allegiance of our hearts is seen in our outward actions; therefore, wisdom from heaven must begin in the allegiance of our hearts.

James tells us our attitudes and actions are both able to be shaped by a wisdom which looks upward to the example of Christ.

James is often referred to as a book of practical wisdom for the church; yet James starts his writing with advice that would seem very unconventional for his readers.