“Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” James 1:22
The “Word” is the Old Testament, since the New Testament was still being written, and the preaching and teaching of the Apostles. Believers who hear the Word of God must receive it with a teachable spirit and apply it to their daily lives … to hear and not obey is to be deceived.
James not only encourages Christians to return to the Word, but to take comfort in it, and live righteous lives focused on service toward others.
We know the kind of lives God calls us to lead. Yet, too often we turn away from that calling. God, who implanted His Word in us and justified us in Christ, now calls us to bless others. He honors us by using us to bring His love to all people, especially those whom the world ignores.
God’s blessings on your day…