True wisdom is cultivated by being peace loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy, and sincere without hypocrisy. It sows seeds of reconciliation, not retaliation, and takes the high road to bring about social restoration. By following the ways of Jesus, we can become peacemakers who reap a harvest of righteousness and justice, and bring hope and life to those around us. [... more]

Navigating culturally complex, emotionally charged, and socially intense times requires walking in wisdom. According to James, wisdom is a skill that involves living life well in God's universe, recognizing it's his order for life. Counterfeit wisdom, fueled by negative emotions, produces division, disorder, and discord, whereas true wisdom takes the high road, being pure, peaceful, loving, and considerate, producing unity, peace, and life. [... more]

The power of words can have a directional force, either bringing healing or destruction. It's essential to understand that our words reveal what's in our heart, and we need to do heart work to bring about redemptive social language, treating others with dignity and respect as image bearers of God. [... more]

When it comes to social restoration, believers in Christ have to watch their words, be aware of their words, and be careful about what they say and don't say, how they say it. They have to ask themselves if it's true, helpful, kind, and if they've truly listened before speaking or posting on social media. [... more]

Faith without action is like a body without breath, says James, as he explains that our behavior reveals what we truly believe. Social restoration demands that followers of Jesus put their faith into social action, a faith that works, and that we love others without expecting anything in return. [... more]

The church was never intended to be a social club, but a people to bring about social revolution in the name of Jesus. To experience social restoration, followers of Jesus must put their faith into action, embracing no social distinction and engaging in specific social action, such as helping those in need and living out their faith in daily life. [... more]

Favoritism and prejudice are at the heart of the biggest problems we face today, and treating people as more valuable than others is an affront to God's character. Jesus challenges us to look beyond differences and see people in desperate need of His love, and to treat every person with honor and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances. [... more]

The Bible teaches that a Christ-centered community should have no social distinction, treating all people with equal value and respect, regardless of wealth, status, or background. Favoritism and prejudice are destructive and should be stopped, as they are an affront to the heart of God. By applying biblical principles, we can learn to love and engage with those who make us feel uncomfortable and work towards social restoration. [... more]