“Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world” (James 1:27).
There is much said these days about “religion.” Is yours just a formality filled with rituals or is it a relationship with God? Are you living a life of active obedience motivated by the love of God? Or are you just going through the motions of serving Him? Our verse defines “pure religion.” This will be evident as you put your faith into action helping those in need. Our “religion” will mean more than just having our name on the church roll. We may live in this old world, but, “pure religion” will cause us not to become defiled by its standards. Those around us will definitely see a difference.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
Pray Together: Pray about who you can invite to share Thanksgiving with your family.
