"But you have dishonored the poor man. Is it not the rich who oppress you and personally drag you into court?" (James 2:6).
James is reminding the church of a reality in his day--that it is the rich and influential who oppress them the most. It makes no sense to try to gain favor with the rich and as a consequence dishonor the poor. Relationships are messy. It is possible, in an attempt to gain influence with someone whom you believe can help you, to leave behind those who have already helped you--to dishonor the poor man. There is certainly nothing wrong with befriending the rich--building new relationships. Just make sure that you're not dishonoring the poor in the process--leaving behind your old friends.
Today, reach into your past and bless someone who has blessed you!
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