Scripture Passage: James 2:15-17 ESV
If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.
Is your faith dead or alive?
The apostle James says there’s an easy way to find out.
Hi, I’m Laura Lacey Johnson.
Faith that is living and breathing proves itself in practical ways.
In James 2:15-17 ESV, we read:
“If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food,and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also, faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”
In other words, our faith comes alive when we show compassion to others in practical ways.
How can your faith come alive today?
You may find that when you lift the burdens of others, your own burdens get lifted, too.
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About the Author:
Laura Lacey Johnson is the author of 10-Second Prayers to Transform Your Life: From the Parables of Jesus. In addition to writing, she is a speaker at conferences and churches. To watch Laura’s video devotionals, or to download your FREE resources, visit her website at www.lauralaceyjohnson.com.