chapter 1
What can trials produce in our faith?
Perseverance/endurance and spiritual maturity. (James 1:2–4)
What does James warn believers not to show?
Favoritism or partiality. (James 2:1)
Why does James say not everyone should become a teacher?
Because teachers will be judged more strictly.(James 3:1)
Where do fights and arguments come from?
They come from the desires and passions that battle within us. (James 4:1)
What warning does James give to rich people?
He warns them to weep and mourn because misery is coming upon them, especially because of how they have misused their wealth. (James 5:1)
Be quick to ___, slow to ___, and slow to ___?
Quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. (James 1:19)
How were some people treating wealthy visitors?
They were giving them special treatment and the best seats.(James 2:2–3)
What does a person’s ability to control their words demonstrate?
It demonstrates self-control and spiritual maturity; someone who can control their speech can control their whole body. (James 3:2)
Why do some people not receive what they ask for in prayer?
Because they ask with wrong motives, wanting to use it for their own pleasures. (James 4:2–3)
What does James say has happened to the riches and clothing of the wealthy?
Their riches have rotted, and their clothes have become moth-eaten. (James 5:2)
What is the difference between trial and temptation?
trial tests and strengthens our faith, while a temptation tries to lead us into sin. God may allow trials, but He does not tempt us to do evil.(James 1:2–4, 13)
How were poor visitors sometimes treated?
They were told to stand somewhere else or sit on the floor.(James 2:3)
Why does James say that the tongue is difficult to control?
Because no human being can completely tame the tongue; it can be restless and dangerous. (James 3:7–8)
What does James 4 teach about friendship with the world?
Friendship with the world makes a person an enemy of God. (James 4:4)
How had some rich people treated the workers who worked for them?
They had held back the wages/pay that the workers had earned. (James 5:4)
Where does temptation begin?
It begins with our own desires, when we are drawn away and enticed by them.(James 1:14)
What is the “royal law” mentioned in James 2:8?
“Love your neighbor as yourself.”(James2:8)
How can our words affect the people around us?
Our words can be used to bless or to curse and hurt others.(James 3:9–10)
What should believers do in order to resist the devil?
Submit themselves to God and resist the devil, and he will flee from them. (James 4:7)
What example does James use to teach believers to be patient?
He uses the example of a farmer who patiently waits for the crops and the seasonal rains. (James 5:7)
Don’t just listen to God’s Word; you also have to what?
Do what it says. Be a doer of the Word. (James 1:22)
According to James 2:9, what are we doing when we show favoritism?
We are committing sin and breaking God’s law. (James 2:9)
What does James compare the tongue to because it can cause great destruction?
He compares it to a small fire that can set a great forest on fire. (James 3:5–6)
What happens when we draw close to God?
God draws close to us. (James 4:8)
Why should believers be patient until the Lord returns?
Because the coming of the Lord is near, so believers should remain strong and patient. (James 5:7–8)