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NASB | James 2:17 Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead, being by itself. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | James 2:17 So too, faith, if it does not have works [to back it up], is by itself dead [inoperative and ineffective]. |
Bible Question: My husband was raised Roman Catholic, although he is not practicing the faith actively, he results back to it in times of trial with his rosary. Without trying to insult him, I am trying to find the right words or explanations of what is wrong in the way they practice their religon. That is why he still feels so empty inside. Can someone help me? |
Bible Answer: You poor angel! I have to agree with what everyone says here. If he's not practising (catholic or not), then he doesn't have God in his life. That's why he feels empty. A true lack of the Lord in his life. How sad! I pray often and read the from the Bible daily! Can you encourage him to do so? The automatic prayer brings peace and comfort, but spontaneous prayer gives so much JOY! Even just to look up at the sky and say HELLO LORD! Take him out to prayer walk the neighborhood. I just LOVE that! I haven't read the books Joe mentioned, but I know (of) the writer. Excellent recommendations! Would you give us his name so we can pray for him? Hugs to you, Lisa |