James Chapter 2- Part 1

This week we are doing James chapter 2:1-13. Here are discussion questions to guide your study.

1) Why is it inconsistent for a believer "in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ" to show favoritism? What leads a person to treat rich people better than poor ones?

2) Who are currently leading the the attacks on Christianity? Are they well-off, well-educated people or poor people? How should htis affect our attitudes and actions (2:1-7)? Should we discriminate against the rich?

3) Study how Jesus treated the poor and the working class. (Luke 5:27-31, 14:12-14, 15:1-7) How is this a model for you and how can you follow it?

4) Why does breaking one of God's laws make us guilty of breaking the whole (James 2:10-11)? Consider what we are saying about God when we break a law.

5) What will happen to those of us who have not shown mercy to the needy and why? (James 2:13; See also Luke 6:37-38)

6) In the context of 2:1-13, what kind of mercy is James saying we should practice?

7) What one truth from 2:1-13 impresses you as something you need to apply?