Sermons on James 2:24:

A Living Faith!

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Dec 11, 2004

A continuation of a study in faith

A Living Faith Hebrews 11:21-22 James 2:17-26 Abel. Enoch. Noah. Abraham. Isaac. Joseph. Can you tell me what they all have in common? They were all listed in the faith chapter as men of faith. They all showed their faith in God when he gave them directives. Some were pretty drastic directives, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-26

Marks Of A Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 27, 2005

6th message in James series. James pleads for marks of Christ’s Lordship to be evident and shows that genuine faith must be expressed not only in confession, but in practice.

Danish theologian, Soren Kierkegaard, told of a make-believe country inhabited only by ducks. One Sunday morning the ducks all came to church, and waddled down the aisle into their pews. The duck preacher took his place behind the pulpit, opened the duck Bible and read, “Ducks! You can have wings, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

What Kind Of Faith Do You Have? Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 29, 2005

Fifth in a series on James. Seeks to answer the question, "What does real faith look like?"

A Study of the Book of James Sermon # 5 “What Kind of Faith Do You Have?” James 2:14-26 In 1991 James Patterson and Peter Kim took on the task of surveying America and tabulating the results. The results were given in their book entitled ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Making An Impact Through Work" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 30, 2005

What practical ways can we relieve the suffering of others and make life better for people. How can we translate our Christianity into our daily life through work.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches September 4, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree Making an Impact Through Work Acts 9:32-43 INTRODUCTION: “What do you do for Christ each day?” a faithful Christian said. And I replied, “I drive a truck and fill the stores with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43, James 2:14-25

Denomination: Methodist

Biblical Faith (Part 2)

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006

This two-part sermon examines faith as it is taught in the scriptures. Faith fundamental to the Christian life and without faith, it is impossible to please God; therefore, understanding faith is a foundational issue. Faith enables us to obey, overcome an

Living Faith vs. Dead Faith Look at James 2:20 - 26 20 But do you want to know, O foolish man, that faith without works is dead? 21 Was not Abraham our father justified by works when he offered Isaac his son on the altar? 22 Do you see that faith was working together with his works, and by ...read more

Scripture: James 2:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Friend Of God

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 11, 2001

From the life of Abraham--an example of how he, and thus, we can be God’s friends.

How to Be a Friend of God James 2:21-26 21 Was not our ancestor Abraham considered righteous for what he did when he offered his son Isaac on the altar? 22 You see that his faith and his actions were working together, and his faith was made complete by what he did. 23 And the scripture was ...read more

Scripture: James 2:21-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Abraham Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

Abraham is called a friend of God and a mighty man of faith because he learned to say “I will Lord!”

Sermon 1: Abraham – “Friend of God” Series: God’s Heroes of the Faith Introduction to series: Over the next few months we will be exploring the Heroes of the Faith found for us in Hebrews 11. We will be taking a quick glimpse at a few characters sketches. Theses Bios will teach us primarily 7 ...read more

Scripture: James 2:20-24, Hebrews 11:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

Today we will look at Moses. The man God chose to deliver the people of Egypt out of cruel bondage

Moses: God’s hero of the faith! Series: God’s Heroes of the Faith Introduction to series: Over the last few weeks we have been exploring the Heroes of the Faith found for us in Hebrews 11. We have been taking quick glimpses of a few of God’s heroes of the faith. Theses messages have been ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29, James 2:20-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To Success- James 2:14-26 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 5, 2002

Success in life comes from the following equation: Faith + works = success. The opposite also applies: Faith – Works, or Work – Faith = no success only failure in life.

The Road to Success in Life Thesis: Success in life comes from the following equation: Faith + works = success. The opposite also applies Faith – Works, or Work – Faith = no success only failure in life. Text: James 2:14-26 NIV: 14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

James clearly shows us that there is direct connection between our faith and our service

Faith in Action James 2:15-26 October 22, 2006 Evening Service Introduction A missionary returning home after many years of service was asked, "Tell me what you found when you arrived in New Guinea." "Found? I found something that looked more hopeless than if I had been sent into a jungle of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:15-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

Our faith should be the motivaing factor in serving Jesus

Faith that Works James 2:14-26 October 8, 2006 Evening Service Introduction In one of his sermons, A.C. Dixon told of an incident that took place in Brooklyn, N.Y. A detective who had been looking for a local citizen finally tracked him down in a drugstore. As the man began to make his purchase, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Church Of God

James: An Exposition Of James 2 Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 26, 2009

A look at James Chapter two encouraging the reader to view the book of James in full context with practical applications for the believer. This entire series is available as an ebook entitled "James: Who has Superior Faith" via the ibook store (itunes)

Introduction James is my favorite book of the Bible. I have always been drawn to its practical approach and straightforward method of approaching the subject of living one’s faith. James doesn’t spend a lot of time discussing doctrine, though the book is full of doctrinal concepts. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Show Me Your Evidence Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 20, 2008

Faith and works - Paul and James which is right? BOTH

Show me your evidence James 2:14-26 I believe that mothers are probably the best detectives in the world. I know that they are not recognized as such, probably because their list of suspects is so small or that the crimes or events seem to be of little consequence. But how many other people ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Congregational

James Study 4 Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Dec 17, 2007

Study of the book of James

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 James Teacher 4 Last week we studied True and Pure Religion, True is being a doer of the word, Pure remaining unspotted from this world. Chapter 2 thru 3rd chapter v12 deals with The Nature of true Faith: To avoid discrimination; avoid inactive profession of faith; ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Completed:the Magi Of Christmas

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Dec 19, 2007

3 Truths 1. What you are willing to do says a lot about what you really believe. 2. The actions you take strengthen the decision you make. 3. What has captured your heart gets your very best.

Faith Completed Pastor Grant van Boeschoten December 16, 2007 (3 Slides to cover this scripture) James 2:14-26 (NRSV) 14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but do not have works? Can faith save you? 15 If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, 16 and one ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26