James

Who

James, most often identified as the brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem church.

When

Either very early, about AD 45, or late in the first century.

What it is

Practical instruction, in short bursts, about what belief looks like when it is actually happening.

What to watch for

Its line about faith and works is often set against Paul; they are answering different questions, and Told twice puts them side by side.

So too, faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead.James 2:17