Why do we have such a hard time controlling our tongue? This week in reCharge we considered James’ words about this subject. Here is what James had to say…
Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in [...]

What is the relationship between faith and works? As we look at what James says in James 2:14-26, we need to begin by seeking an understanding of salvation. Salvation is already, right now, and not yet.
When we are baptized into Christ, we experience the already sense of salvation. In baptism we receive the Holy Spirit, [...]

This week in reCharge, we focused on James 2:1-13, where James discusses the idea of favoritism. Here is the text we considered…
My dear brothers and sisters, how can you claim to have faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ if you favor some people over others?
For example, suppose someone comes into your meeting dressed in [...]

I have spent the last week on campus at Rochester College for Elevate. In one of our evening youth group devotionals, we discussed the fact that we are in a spiritual battle.
A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be [...]