As James says we are guilty of adultery, he uses two metaphors to describe the relationship we have with God. The image of adultery means we are married to God. When he says we are guilty of friendship with the world, he implies that God is our only rightful friend. For anyone who knows the Bible, this is wonderfully shocking! An absolutely holy God, who will not and cannot tolerate sin, has made us his bride and friend through Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection!
