James, in his third chapter discusses taming the tongue and striving for heavenly wisdom instead of earthly wisdom. It seems to me that most of the first part of this (taming the tongue) is an extended example of men not being perfect. It takes the form...
- IF there were any perfect men then they would be able to perfectly control themselves (Jas 3:2)
- BUT no man can even control his tongue (Jas 3:5-3:12)
- THEREFORE we are imperfect and should think twice before presuming to teach our folly to others (Jas 3:1)
- AND if you are really knowledgable, you'll seek heavenly wisdom instead of earthly (Jas 3:13-18).
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Patrick Parker, is a Christian, husband, father, judo and aikido teacher, Program Director for a Cardiac Rehab, and a Ph.D. Contact: mokurendojo@gmail.com or phone 601.248.7282
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