Journey Through James: Chapter 3 (Commentary)

Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.

  • A warning not just to teachers, but to all. We often want the glory of notable faith without putting forth the work to obtain it.
  • APP: We all should focus on the qualifications of service, not the benefits or notoriety of what may accompany it.
  • Recently, it has become far too common for notable church leaders to fall into sin.
  • James is highlighting the motives of our service.
  • “judged with greater strictness” – a motivational and scary verse.
  • “greater strictness” – this is why it is imperative to preach and teach God’s Word.

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