Pure and Undefiled Religion
“If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one's religion is useless. Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.” (James 1:26-27) As the Lord laid these verses on my heart I experienced deep grief – so much so that I laid this article aside for a day….not wanting to write from any strong emotions. Rat