Author Archives: L. Lyden

Internal struggles Where do wars and fights come from among you? Do they not come from your desires for pleasure that war in your members? James 4:1 I believe this passage is talking about warring and fighting in the world today, but I also believe it is about internal and spiritual conflict on a personalContinue reading “June 9, 2020”

Look for His peace But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.  James 3:17&18 Are you wise?  Do you have understanding?  ThisContinue reading “June 8, 2020”

What are you speaking Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. James 3:4 We all go through various “storms” in this life, yet we all navigate through them in completely different ways.  Some use logic,Continue reading “June 7, 2020”

Action is evidence Now someone may argue, Some people have faith; others have good deeds.” But I say, “How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds. James 2:18 This is not a salvation issue although if you think about it,Continue reading “June 6, 2020”

Favoritism 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?  James 2:1 Wow!  This passage is fitting for today.  It talks about showing favor for some people over others.  It actually says that as believers, favoritism locates our faith. Continue reading “June 4, 2020”

Implanted the Word Therefore, lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.  James 1:21 Here is a scripture that is perfect for all the craziness in the world today.  From pandemic to rioting, this is the answer to every kind ofContinue reading “June 3, 2020”

            The secret is love Him more       Blessed is the man who endures/overcomes temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him..  James 1:12 Here is something in the heart of God.  He wants us to become overcomers.  A goodContinue reading “June 2, 2020”

The purpose of faith My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.  James 1:2 & 3 The book of James.  It has been said to be the Proverbs of the New Testament.  I want to go through this book in much theContinue reading “June 1, 2020”

The virtuous woman Who can find a virtuous wife?  For her worth is far above rubies.  Proverbs 31:10 Finally, my favorite Proverb.  I know many people think this is a hard one and even avoid it because it seems unattainable to be like the virtuous wife talked about In this chapter.  However, I find itContinue reading “May 31, 2020”

God’s Word is pure Every word of God is pure;  He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.  Proverbs 30:5 This is such a powerful verse and shows the importance of knowing the Word of God.  First of all it says that God’s Word is pure.  It means it has noContinue reading “May 30, 2020”