James 2:1-13 - Favoritism and the Kingdom

There are a couple of ways that Christians try by their own efforts to create the Kingdom of God. Last week the text discussed anger and justice, this week the way we show favoritism does match God's glory-which in this way is His reputation.

So roll up your sleeves, put your mind in gear, be totally ready to receive the gift that’s coming when Jesus arrives. Don’t lazily slip back into those old grooves of evil, doing just what you feel like doing. You didn’t know any better then; you do now. As obedient children, let yourselves be pulled into a way of life shaped by God’s life, a life energetic and blazing with holiness. God said, “I am holy; you be holy. [1 Peter 1:13-16]