ECWA Devotion for Wednesday 14 January 2026

WEDNESDAY, 14 JANUARY     

TEXT: JAMES 5:7–12

TOPIC: ENDURANCE, PATIENCE AND HOPE

 

JAMES 5:7–12 NIV     

 

7: Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.

8: You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near.

 

9: Don’t grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!

 

10: Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.

 

11: As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

 

12: Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise you will be condemned.

 

ENDURANCE, PATIENCE AND HOPE

 

James highlights the need for endurance, patience, and hope in our faith.

 

Just as farmers wait patiently for their crops, we too must await Christ’s return with patience.

 

Suffering is inevitable, but patience helps us endure.

 

We should also control our tongues and avoid grumbling.

 

QUESTION: What would be your score if you were to rate your endurance, patience, and hope on a scale of 10?

 

PRAYER: Bless me, Lord, with endurance, patience, and hope in Jesus’ name. Amen.

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