There is one very special law God has given that sums up all the other laws He has given. James calls it the “royal law,” and he tells us that we will be judged by that singular law. Which law is it?
Todays Scripture: James 2:8-13
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David shares a sure means to know what is in your heart, and the hearts of others.
Todays Scripture: James 3:6-12
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James taught that judgment will be merciless to the one who has shown no mercy, a truth that was illustrated graphically in one of Jesus’ parables.
Todays Scripture: James 2:12-14
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James warns his readers that “judgment will be merciless to the one who has shown no mercy.” What will become of the person who receives a merciless judgement?
Todays Scripture: James 2:12-14
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James declares that faith without works cannot save. And then he offers an appropriate example of faith that is void of works, an example of a merciless person.
Todays Scripture: James 2:13-17
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David considers a well-known evangelical mantra that has its origins in the Reformation, “We are saved by faith along, but not by a faith that is alone.”
Todays Scripture: James 2:12-17
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James describes some very needy people, who lack basic necessities and who certainly ought to be helped by those possessing true faith. So should Christians assist everyone standing by the road who is asking for a handout?
Todays Scripture: James 2:15-17
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There is only one place in the Bible where the phrase “faith alone” is found, and we’re reading it today in James, who emphatically declares that we are not saved by “faith alone.” So are we saved by faith alone?
Todays Scripture: James 2:18
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James mocks those whose faith is void of works, telling them that demons actually possess a more genuine faith, as their faith causes them to shudder!
Todays Scripture: James 2:19-21
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Abraham’s faith was clearly manifest when he prepared to sacrifice Isaac at God’s direction. His example teaches us that genuine faith produces works.
Todays Scripture: James 2:19-24
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