James 1:22-27 22But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves.23For if any are hearers of the word and not doers, they are like those who look at themselves in a mirror;24for they look at themselves and, on going away, immediately forget what they were like.25But those who look into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and persevere, being not hearers who forget but doers who act—they will be blessed in their doing. 26If any think they are religious, and do not bridle their tongues but deceive their hearts, their religion is worthless.27Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.
“Be A Doer”
Last in a series, “Show Me: The Letter of James”
The problem of forgetfulness
The power of commitment
The perseverance of action
Key Verse for the Week
But those who look into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and persevere, being not hearers who forget but doers who act—they will be blessed in their doing. James 1:25
Questions for Conversation and Reflection
Why do you think we are prone hear God’s word but not act on it? When have you committed to something, and found yourself “blessed in your doing?”
Possible Next Best Steps
· Choose a person who will hold you accountable and share your commitment to do something to grow in faith.
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