{"product_id":"9781783595242","title":"James","description":"As leader of the Jerusalem church, what words of encouragement would James write to these persecuted Christians?  Perhaps a little surprisingly, his key message was: faith works. Genuine belief inevitably transforms our speech, suffering, compassion for the poor, humility, prayers, priorities, and, frankly, every other aspect of life. In 5 chapters James introduces and briefly touches upon a whole variety of issues that concern the new believers. In a simple, forthright style he urges them to live out their faith, knowing that God's grace is sufficient for every trial and that there is a value and purpose to their suffering.  James' own life illustrated this message. He had grown up with Jesus and was naturally sceptical about his brother's Messianic claims. But a post-resurrection encounter with Jesus revolutionised his life. He was transformed from a vocal critic into a key leader of the early church and prime mover in the Jerusalem Council (Acts 15).","brand":"IVP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47301076156656,"sku":"9781783595242","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781783595242_p0.jpg?v=1763724896","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781783595242","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}