James was not one to over-think things. He boils it down to, "Anyone who knows the good he or she ought to do and doesn't do it, SINS." How’s that…
Introduction: Greetings and Salutations. I am the Rev Janet Hess, a retired, ordained minister in the United Methodist Church. I have been worshipping with Lima Church for 2 years, both…
Happy Halloween! This week I heard a contest on the radio: tell a scary story in five words or less. Listeners called in with some great entries. Sorry, we’re all…
Who is wise and understanding among you? Some translations say who is wise and knowledgeable among you? James is asking a very interesting question. Is he asking who is both…
Last week Phil and I took a few vacation days and headed out to Elk County, Pennsylvania. It’s about an hour and a half northwest of State College. The area…
This might just be the craziest thing James has said yet. He accuses the church of favoritism and tells them, "Stop courting the rich!" Remember, James is writing to a…
Did you know that Thursday, September 16 was International Day of Listening? I had never heard of that before. I figured there must be a lot of good jokes about…
My dad had a plaque on the wall by his work bench that said, “Work fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours.” I don’t know who…
Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.…
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, when you face trials of many kinds." I can just imagine the looks on the faces of the Jewish Christians who were…