James is a book that offers wisdom for the people of the Messiah.

Wisdom: skill in navigating the complexities of real life

2 Examples: 

Do not show favoritism (2.1-9)

• Favoritism violates the royal law of King Jesus (8-9)
• Favoritism ignores the new reality of Jesus Kingdom (5-6)

Faith and actions should work together (2.22)

• Question: Can a faith that produces no deeds save us? (14)
• Answer: Why risk it? Just obey and be certain! (22).

Living with wisdom helps make our faith complete, so that we are able to face trials and the future without fear.