James sums up his teaching: “For as the body apart from the spirit is dead, so also faith apart from works is dead” (James 2:26). Just as a body without the spirit is dead, faith without works is dead. True, saving faith motivates us to honor God in how we live. Our good deeds don’t earn salvation, but they are evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work in us. Is your faith alive, moving you to godly action? Or is it stagnant and fruitless?
Reflection Questions:
- What fruit is the Spirit producing in you lately?
- How can you step out in faith this week through works of love?
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