A Word of Encouragement

July 6, 2025

Baptism – Nov 2015

Grace, Hope & Peace, Friend;

James asks, "What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but does not have works? Can such faith save him?" (James 2:14)

The obvious answer is, "By grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9)

Nothing we can DO will save us; But James is making a point; Although our salvation is based completely on our faith, there is far more 'expected' of us that just believing!

Jesus said, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." (Mark 16:15) And Paul wrote, "Whatever you do in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus." (Colossians 3:17) 'Preaching' is more than just what we say, it is backed up by what we do. As the adage goes, "Actions speak louder than words."

So James continued, "You might say, 'You have faith, and I have works.' Show me your faith without the works, and I will show you my faith by my works." (James 2:18)

You can 'say' you follow Jesus all you want, but if it is not evident in your life, how do you convince people? But if your actions show you are His follower, people will know there is something different about you. They might even 'accuse' you of being a Christian!!

SHOW them Jesus is your role-model!

Moshiach our Mofet - Christ our example - Help me SHOW others Your message of reconciliation.

You believe that God is one. You do well; the demons also believe, and shudder. But are you willing to acknowledge, you foolish person, that faith without works is useless?
	James 2:19-20

SHOW them you follow Jesus,