James 2:1-7

God hates discrimination -- James 2:1-7: The Christian religion will not allow a person to practice discrimination. Discrimination is an example of inconsistency between faith and action. In the things of God all are equal, the rich and the poor, the educated and the uneducated. The gospel causes all to stand upon the same terms of advantage before the Almighty. Holiness will lead to esteem both for one in rags or riches. It is unholy to show partiality. Discrimination is opposed to the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Those who show partiality set themselves up as judges. James said that "evil thoughts" caused them to pass such judgment. Discrimination makes a person a judge of evil and terrible thoughts. The action of discriminating against certain ones who come into our assemblies shows that worldliness is still in the heart of these brethren. They are still acting in the evil spirit of the unregenerated world. We must remember that discrimination will be severely punished by God on the day of Judgment.