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Picture the scene: a marquee announces the glamorous event. A sleek black limousine pulls to the curb and out steps an impeccably dressed couple—she in a beautiful designer gown, he in a perfectly tailored suit. Jewellery sparkling with every flash of the camera. Both looking poised and polished as they make their entrance, assuring that every eye in the place would take notice.  

While the description of what James presents in verses 2-4 might not be quite as flashy as the scene above, he does provide us with a clear picture of how society often draws lines of favouritism between those it deems worthy and those it does not. James warns us to be mindful not to sin by showing partiality to anyone based on their status, or what we might gain from those who are wealthy, even to the point of calling such actions evil. Through this passage, we are reminded that the Lord doesn’t make such distinctions as rich or poor, but rather shares His love equally among all.  

Take a moment to pray with sincerity: "Lord, forgive us today for those times where we have sinned against You in our prejudicial thoughts where we have held one person higher than another or overlooked someone we deemed less important. Teach us to love as You love, and to value all those we encounter."