A Faith That Saves
James 2:14-26
Main Point
If I have true Saving Faith, it will produce obedient good works in my life.
1. Question:Can faith without deeds save a person? (v. 14)
Save from what?
God’s judgment! (vvs. 12-13)
The foundation of True saving Faith is expressed in Romans 10:9-10
The Day of God’s wrath
Romans 2:5-6
2. False faith is an intellectual belief in God that does not result in obedient good works.
(verses 18-20)
Verse 19 “…Even the demons ‘believe’ -and shudder.â€
Illustration #1 A brother or sister in need.
(vvs. 15-17)
I John 3:16-18
Illustration #2 Abraham offering up Isaac.
(vvs. 21-24)
Illustration #3 Rahab the prostitute hid the Israelite spies.
(verse 25)
Illustration #4 The body without the spirit is dead. (verse 26)
3.We are to show our true faith by our good deeds!
(verse 20 “…I will show you my faith by what I do.â€