James 4 - Introduction - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary

Bible Comments

J A M E S.

CHAP. IV.

      In this chapter we are directed to consider, I. Some causes of contention, besides those mentioned in the foregoing chapter, and to watch against them, James 4:1-5. II. We are taught to abandon the friendship of this world, so as to submit and subject ourselves entirely to God, James 4:4-10. III. All detraction and rash judgment of others are to be carefully avoided, James 4:11; James 4:12. IV. We must preserve a constant regard, and pay the utmost deference to the disposals of divine Providence, James 4:13-17.