Dead or Alive?

James 2:14-26

It is true that we cannot earn our way to salvation by doing good things; only Christ’s death and resurrection has the power to save us. But it’s also true, as we explored on Monday, that real faith has an action component. As James so clearly explains, our faith can’t only live in our minds or even just our words; it must be evident in what we do also. In this way faith is like love. Genuine love is action, not just a thought or only “three little words.” Our faith is realized through how we pour out love on other people – the good we do for them.

Questions for further thought:
1. Check the “vital signs” of your faith. Is it weak and dying, strong and vibrant, or somewhere in between?
2. What can you do to pump some life into your faith?  

​Challenge: Don’t let the busyness of modern life choke out your faith. And don’t be overwhelmed thinking you must join a formal service opportunity constantly either. Chances to love on other people are presented to us every day as we go about our regular lives. Accept the Holy Spirit’s invitations as they arrive!