We all know the type. “Sure I’m a Christian,” they say. And we look at their lives thinking, “Oh Really? I never would have guessed.” James knew the type also – and he attacks them in this passage. He gives us all a reminder that: Our good works are the only part of our faith that anyone will ever see.
James 2.14-26.mp3 (somewhat defective recording)
Biblical faith is frequently misunderstood in our culture, even by those who exercise it.
Throughout this chapter we will see biblical faith explained and illustrated.
It is inevitable: All institutions change leaders from time to time:
The ministry of the Old Testament priests was good. The ministry of Christ is both better and forever.
“What oxygen is to the lungs, such is hope to the meaning of life.” (Emil Brunner, Swiss theologian)
Central Reflections 