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NASB | James 2:26 For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | James 2:26 For just as the [human] body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works [of obedience] is also dead. |
Bible Question: Hello! What exactly does this mean..... "Faith without works is dead." What sort of "work" am I supposed to be doing, along with having faith for something? I have an idea of what this may mean, but I'd like to hear your input. Thank you! God bless! |
Bible Answer: It means that you will act on your faith. You will mature in the faith. You will grown in your faith. It is speaking of a genuine saving faith. The examples are given there in James such as Abraham and Rahab. Abraham offered his son. Rahab helped the spies escape. A study of the entire book of James will help you to see what genuine faith is and what is meant by works. May God bless. |