Wisdom from Above with Deacon Alex Jones
Deacon Alex Jones teaches 13 life-giving messages on the Epistle of James. St. James was the half brother of Jesus, the first bishop of the church in Jerusalem and the writer of the New Testament epistle that bears his name. He was in a unique position to guide Christians in the first century, and today his writing is essential for a practical understanding of Christian living. Even though he was a relative of Jesus, he was an early skeptic. But James would go on to become a prominent leader in the early church and one of its first martyrs. St. James was admired for his practical piety, and his epistle is beloved for its directness, brevity, and practicality. In it James explains the importance of having true faith that is lived out in works of righteousness such as caring for the poor, the widow, and the orphan. He explains the deceitfulness of wealth and the importance of prayer, and he demonstrates how Christians can persevere through trials, temptation, and suffering and live lives of joy. DVD comes with a 70-page PDF study guide for group or personal use.