Slander cannot work the righteousness and peace of God in any place. James says those who speak evil of others are assuming the role of judging the law. That would amount to trespass – going beyond bounds. No one is qualified to judge the law; our duty is to obey it.
There is an add-on for drawing close to God with a humble heart. It comes with a promotion. Righteousness, which invariably encompasses humility, is what exalts a nation or any individual.
The second step needed to draw near to God is to get rid of a double mind. Coming to God requires that we believe in His existence and that He rewards those who seek Him diligently.
If we fail to submit to God, we have no ground to expect that Satan and his demons would submit to us. The most effective way to cast out devils is to live in submission to the Lord.
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