ISB ~ James 4 v8

Draw near to God:A call to return to the covenant and reestablish friendship with God (Zech 1:3; Mal 3:7).

Cleanse your hands:The priests of Israel used to wash their hands before ministering in the sanctuary (Ex 30:17-21). James speaks, not of cultic purity, but of moral purity, exhorting readers to wash themselves of evil deeds and intentions. Purification is demanded of everyone who approaches the all-holy God (Ps 24:4-5; Is 1:15-16).