How does James say the rich have lived?

Answer

"You have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton; you have nourished your hearts, as in a day of
slaughter." James 5: 5.
NOTE - This indicates that they have lived in luxury and for pleasure, quite heedless of the needs
of the poor and of the great world about them. They have lived simply to have a good time themselves,
with no thought of their responsibility to God or to their fellow men. Christ was without worldly riches, yet
as the Maker of earth and sea, He provided tribute money by bidding Peter to catch a fish, and find the
money in its mouth.

Can we close our ears to truth, and remain innocent before God?
What will happen if a child is not properly instructed?
In what literal language is this persecution of the people of God further described?
How was the destruction of Jerusalem and the sanctuary by the Romans then foretold?
What great gathering yet awaits God's people?
7. What description does Paul give of the sufferings endured by some of God's people in former ages?
What will then he the condition of all the earth?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle