James Chapter 4 (Bible Study)

James 4: The True Nature of Worldliness and the Call to Humble Faith.
James 4 addresses the true nature of worldliness, defining it not by external behaviors or associations but by internal strife, envy, and selfish desires. These attitudes lead to conflict and division both in the church and society. The cure for worldliness is humility, prayer, and submission to God, who gives grace to the humble. Christians are urged to resist the devil by drawing near to God, mourn over sin, avoid judging others, and recognize the brevity and uncertainty of life. True life and victory over the world come through faith in Christ and living in dependence on God's grace rather than boasting or selfish ambition.