“I will show you my faith by my good deeds.” – James 2:18 NLT
James Chapter 2 – CSB
“So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless. Now someone may argue, ‘Some people have faith; others have good deeds.’ But I say, ‘How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds.’” – James 2:17-18 NLT
“by God’s power…fulfill your every desire to do good work produced by faith…that Jesus Christ will be glorified by you,” – 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
What do we learn? Faith in Jesus produces action and brings fulfillment.
What should we do?
1. Read James 2, pray asking God for wisdom, and think about it.
2. Pray, asking God to reveal any favoritism or inaction in our lives.
3. Write down the truth and plan to act on this.
4. Include someone who can encourage your next steps.
Encouragement: Actions prompted by faith are evidence of spiritual growth and the grace of God active in our lives.