The thing about James is that he pulls no punches. In the first chapter of his letter he gives this ominous warning that feels impossible to overcome: don’t doubt or you’ll suffer. And he pares it with this wonderful promise: ask for wisdom and you’ll get it!
5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives…
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