1 thess 1:1-5

Here I see that the Thessalonians were good, hardworking people who loved God. They were chosen by God and were led by the Holy Spirit. Paul thanked God for them. This is a basic introduction to the rest of the book--I'm sure there is a lot more to come on their works and faith in Jesus Christ.

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James 5:13-20

"The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much"
There is so much power is prayer. At any point in our lives, we can turn to God--to praise him, to trust in him, or to pray to him. If we have faith and obey him, our power through prayer is divinely strong. We have the power to stop the rain. I think this strength is something rarely realized. It is our responsibility with the power of God to save souls, or at least try. God has forgiven us, so we should forgive others so that we may save their souls from death.

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James 5:7-12

God has really been talking to me about patience lately. Here it is reinforced. Our world is so fast paced that our patience is dwindling. The Lord is coming, Each day we are one day closer to Judgment Day. We just have to be patient and wait on the Lord. Don't judge your brothers because in the end, you will be judged for it. Those who can remain steadfastly true to Him are the ones who are blessed.

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James 5:1-6

The rich who set their minds on material things will not survive the time of judgment. They will lose all their wealth and possessions and they will be left with their sinful souls in great misery. Their righteous servants who they have mistreated will rise above them. This just goes to show how everything of this world is temporary. We will lose it all, so it is best not to become attached, and focus solely of serving God.

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