We apologize for the inconvience of this week's sermon video. We were only able to record the audio of the entire service.
Reflect:
- How do verses 15-17 answer the question in verse 14? What is the difference in the words and actions of the person?
- How does real faith reveal itself? What point is James making about “faith” that is only doctrinal, only “believing” the right things?
- What kind of “counterfeit Christianity” is James warning us about in these verses? Why are these forms of false Christianity easier to live out than genuine Christianity?
Respond:
- Read Genesis 15:1-6 and 22:1-19. What came first, Abraham’s obedience or righteousness? How were his faith and actions working together? (James 2:22)
- Read Joshua 2:1-24 How did Rahab’s actions prove her faith?
- Explain how James and Paul agree with each other?
Pray:
- Pray as David did in Psalm 19:12. Who can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults.
- Ask the Lord to show you the ways in which you may be in danger of counterfeit faith.
