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Lesson Summary:
James describes how faith that matters is demonstrated by the good works it produces.
Focus Passage: James 2:14-26
Outline and Lesson Goal
Principles and Applications
I. The Issue of Faith Without Works (2:14-20)
- Principle: Faith That Matters Cannot Be Separated from Good Works.
- Application: What does your practice of faith say about your profession of faith?
- Scripture Reference
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10 (NASB)
II. The Illustration of Faith With Works (2:21-26)
- Principle: Faith That Matters Can Only Be Validated by Good Works.
- Application: What good works can you do this week to validate that your faith truly matters?
- Scripture Reference
Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your
Matthew 5:16 (NASB)good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.
Conclusion: So What?
Credits
- Music: How Deep the Father’s Love for Us by Stuart Townsend
- Performed by Stacey Figueroa
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