Bible reading and study is a very good thing, but if we do not apply what we learn from the pages of Scripture, it is really of no value. James stressed the importance of living out what we learn--not forgetting the truths that God gives us. Practical ways we can do this are by keeping a reign on our tongues--not speaking unkindly, or in hasty anger. James also points out that looking after widows and orphans in their distress and keeping ourselves from being polluted by the world are other ways we can put into practice what we learn from the Bible.

I'm off to my Women's Bible Study this morning. I pray that what I learn I will apply throughout the day, week, and for a lifetime.