Recall a time when you were tempted to do wrong but found “a way out.”  Be thankful for it.

Sin keeps us away from God.  Confession helps us to have an upright heart.  Take time to bring your sin before God that you may have an upright heart.

Paul’s earnest prayer is that the church may have grateful hearts that spring from their relationship with God.  For what are you thankful today?

How would you describe Christ’s attitude in this passage?  Do you need help with this attitude as you face your day?

When were you in great sorrow?  It is when you are in great need for comfort that you are also in need of God to renew your strength.

James helps us to look at various sinful practices in life and offered solutions to them.  Reflect on how as a godly community in action, we need to begin finding those solutions for ourselves first.

The concluding remarks of James are clear,  revealing deep concerns for his readers.  Make a list of those whom you may want to pray for and take the time to do so today.

How may Elijah’s example be an encouragement to you?

Sometimes confession in the community is needed for healing to take place.  Let’s pray for one another and truly look to God for cleansing as we confess our sins.

Whose faith is in question here?  Examine your faith in God: how may you be used to pray for someone in need today?