It is Good for Me to Draw Near to God

As Keith Neds points out in this simple chalk talk, there is a lot to learn from James 4. Drawing on the larger context of the chapter he shows the value and foresight of humbling ourselves before God. Lust, pride, and the desire for an easy life separate us from the Lord in subtle ways.

We know that Hebrews was written to Jews who knew the law well. They needed reminded of the hope Christ brought after the law. They needed reminded that He is better than the angels, than Abraham, Moses, Melchizedek, and the priesthood.

Reject Deceptive Lures!

Sometimes we would rather seek God’s will than draw close to God Himself. God’s desire is for us to be right with Him and others and experience the energy and excitement of working that out. Holiness, purity, learning to walk in the Spirit, all these invite God to do His will in Christ in us!