Faith that Works

Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his ways

will save him from death and cover a multitude of sins."

James 5:20

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Bible Notes: The book of James emphasizes faith in action. Right living is the evidence and result of faith. The church must serve with compassion, speak lovingly and truthfully, live in obedience to God's commands, and love one another. The body of believers ought to be an example of heaven on earth, drawing people to Christ through love for God and each other. If we truly believe God's word, we will live it day by day. God's word is not merely something we read and think about, but something we do. Belief, faith, and trust must have hands and feet--ours!" (James 5:20)

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The book of James offers us a larger number of similaries to the Sermon on the Mount than any other book in the New Testament. James the brother of Jesus relied heavily on Jesus' teachings.
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Lesson and reference to the "Sermon on the Mount"

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When your life is full of difficulties and persecutions, be glad. A reward awaits you. James 1:2, and Matthew 5:10-12
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You are to be perfect, mature, and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:4 and Matthew 5:48
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Ask God, and he will answer. James 1:5; 5:15 and Matthew 7:7-12
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Those who are humble (who don't amount to much by the world's standards) should rejoice in their position as those whom God loves. James 1:9 and Matthew 5:3
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Watch out for your anger...it can be dangerous. James 1:20 and Matthew 5:22
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Be merciful to others, as God is merciful to you. James 2:12 and Matthew 5:7; 6:14
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Your faith must express itself in helping others. James 2:14-16 and Matthew 7:21-23
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Blessed are the peacemakers; they sow in peace and reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:17-18 and Matthew 5:9
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You cannot serve God and money, pleasures, or evil. Friendship with the world is hatred toward God. James 4:4 and Matthew 5:3,4
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When we humble ourselves and realize our need for God, he will come to us and lift us up. James 4:10 and Matthew 5:3-4
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Don't slander or speak against others; it speaks against God's command to love one another. James 4:11 and Matthew 6:19
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Treasures on earth will only rot and fade away--we must store up eternal treasures in heaven. James 5:2 and Matthew 6:19
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Be patient in suffering, as God's prophets were patient. James 5:10 and Matthew 5:12
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Be honest in your speech so you can say a simple "yes" or "no" and always be trusted. James 5:12 and Matthew 5:33-37

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NIV Life Application Study Bible, Faith That Works, page 2253, Zondervan Press