Welcome to Chapel City Church! As we work our way through James chapter 5, we come to a verse that seems to stand on its own. James reminds his readers that their yes is to be yes, and their no to be no. But we need to understand the culture and context that he’s writing to if we are going to rightly apply that to our own lives. The warning isn’t just against breaking promises, it’s the call to abandon any hypocrisy in what you say. Don’t make a promise, swear an oath, or give your word if you don’t have every intention to keep it. But this teaching isn’t new in our bibles. James echoes the thoughts and even the words of Jesus during his earthly ministry. Ultimately, a living faith is demonstrated by integrity in what we say. And the foundation for our faithful speech is the perfect faithfulness of God, who keeps ALL of his promises. We would love to answer any questions that you might have, or to know how we can be praying for you specifically. Please reach out to us through our connection cards, email, or even in person after the service!
But above all, my brethren, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath; but your yes is to be yes, and your no, no, so that you may not fall under judgment. James 5:12
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