James 4:1-12 The progression of an idol; I desire – I demand – I judge – I punish Human conflict is rooted in spiritual adultery. “Every time a Christian sins, he is in that moment suffering from an identity crisis.” - J.I. Packer Christianity is not about making bad people good, it is about making dead people live. “Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it is thinking of yourself less.” – C.S. Lewis Repentance is simply when we agree with God about our sin, grieve it, decide to leave and then flee to Christ to cleanse. Sin in its essence is turning our back on God and giving our heart to our enemy. Repentance is turning our back on our enemies and giving our heart to God.” – Darrin Patrick Submission to God is revealed in submission to others.

Challenge: Draw close to God.

Reflection Questions: 1. How have you chosen to live by the world’s wisdom rather than God’s lately? 2. What does it look like to be a fiend with the world? 3. How can we balance living in the world but not following the ways of the world?