James 2:1-7 My brothers, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.… I. THE IMPORT OF THE STATEMENT. 1. Not that only the poor are chosen. 2. Not that all the poor are chosen. 3. More of the poor are chosen than of the rich. II. THE REASONS OF THE FACT. 1. It illustrates the sovereignty of God. 2. It furnishes a powerful argument for the truth of Christianity. 3. It occasions a magnificent display of the character and genius of the gospel. 4. It shows the estimate that is formed by God of the value of wealth. 5. It teaches Christians to raise their thoughts to heaven. (G. Brooks.) Parallel Verses KJV: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.WEB: My brothers, don't hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ of glory with partiality. |
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