Some think James speaks of the whole people of Israel whereas others think of the whole Christianity as spiritual Israel. The salutation of James reads: "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting." There has been a lot of speculation over the expression "twelve tribes". The Epistle of James specifically mentions addressees, and so does the First Epistle of Peter as well as Second and Third of John. This expression however is partially correct only. This expression is to express that these epistles are not addressed to a certain assembly, nor to certain Christians neither to individuals but to the Christians in general ( catholic meaning general). The epistles of James, Peter, John and Jude have been called Catholic Epistles since the time of the church father Origines (around 185 to 254 AC). Jimmy Stewart - Nativity Scene Prayer: Mr.1.Hark! the Herald Angels Sing - CHARLIE BROWN Christmas.PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN: A SOLDIER'S PLEDGE.WERE YOU THERE When They Crucified My Lord?.RISE AND SHINE and Give God the Glory, Glory!.
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