Sermons on James 2:17-24:

The Verdict Is In Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 26, 2001

In this passage James puts the faith only doctrine on trial and we the jury must make our verdict (real faith - For The Real World - part 4).

"The Verdict Is In - Faith Works Bridge The Gap!" TEXT: JAMES 2:14-26 Both lawyers with great skill have presented their cases and with precision eloquence concluded their closing arguments. The defense and prosecuting teams stand - the jury is escorted out and the wait for the verdict ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Real Faith? Series

Contributed by Tim George on Apr 29, 2001

What is the difference in a stillborn faith and saving faith?

“What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Walk And Be Blameless Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on May 4, 2001

Abraham was justified before Isaac was born, yet his sacrifice was evidence of this faith. This study looks at our lifestyle as evidence for our faith in Christ or in the world.

Walking by Faith and Blameless Genesis 17:1 When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to Abram and said to him, "I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless. 2 "And I will make My covenant between Me and you, and will multiply you exceedingly." 3 Then Abram fell on his face, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-11, James 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Basics

Contributed by Todd White on Dec 15, 2001

Churches need to stop trying to be "trendy" and get back to the Main Thing God put the church here to do.

BACK TO THE BASICS by Todd W. White, Pastor of South Heights Baptist Church, Sapulpa, Oklahoma. "Back to the Basics!" is the cry so often heard in the world today. Whether it be in reference to school curricula, family values, or business practices, there is definitely a move in some circles ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Screen Door On A Submarine"

Contributed by David Washburn on Jan 13, 2002

"Faith without works is like a song you can’t sing, it’s about as useless as a screen door on a submarine."

You may have heard our music group sing the song, “Screen Door on a Submarine.” Part of it goes like this: Faith without works is like a song you can’t sing, it’s about as useless as a screen door on a submarine. Rich Mullins wrote that song with this morning’s scripture in mind, because James ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Hungry

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

Unfortunately, we are not only physically spoiled in America, we are also Spiritually spoiled.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” – Jesus from the Beatitudes, Matthew 5:6 · Each North American produces an average of three and a half pounds of garbage per day. · Five million extra tons of trash is produced between Thanksgiving and New Years ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being A Do-Gooder Doesn't Get It!

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Jan 22, 2002

You cannot enter heaven based upon your works alone, nor can you get there with a dead faith !!!

Works Are A Response To Our Faith James 2:14-26 How many of us know someone that honestly believes that they can get to heaven as a result of their good deeds? I think that we all have met someone like that, haven’t we? I am saddened when I hear about these people. They truly are lost in all ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Oh Yeah! Prove It! (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

It is not enough to claim faith; there should be some evidence to prove your claim.

James 2:19-26 July 18, 1999 “Oh yeah? Prove it!” Part II Introduction - It is not enough to claim faith; there should be some evidence to prove your claim. Tomorrow evening, one of the most important events that we will conduct all year will begin at 6:30. That event is Vacation Bible ...read more

Scripture: James 2:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Works Of Faith

Contributed by James May on Jun 6, 2001

Faith without works is dead so living faith must produce righteous works.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dead Useless Faith

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001

This sermon is an encouragement to put our faith into action.

James 2:14-26 "Dead, Useless Faith" By Pastor Mark Hiehle At the end of every year, businesses pause to evaluate themselves. How did they fair over the last year? Did they make a profit, stay the same or did they lose money? What successes did they achieve and what mistakes did they make? ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Salvation: Received By Faith; Demonstrated By Works; Forever By Grace

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 23, 2001

Romans 4:1-8 and James 2:14-26 do not contradict each other.

Listen to these two verses and think to yourself whether or not they contradict each other: "But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness" (Romans 4:5). "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone" (James ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings Through Obedience

Contributed by David Cambridge on Aug 3, 2002

This lesson aims to demonstrate the distinction between ’works’ and ’obedience.’ We certainly cannot earn our salvation but OBEDIENCE is necessary.

Blessings Through Obedience Introduction 1. On the one hand, the Scriptures teach that we are saved by faith, not by works: "8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, lest any man should boast" (Ephesians 2:8-9) 2. On the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, James 2:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Developing A Dynamic Faith Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 19, 2002

James warns us that faith that does nothing at all is not real faith. Faith can be either dead, demonic, but God is looking for dynamic faith from His followers.

Read Text: James 2:14-26 Over the centuries, the human race has passed along alot of wisdom from generation to generation. “Wise old sayings” are a part of every day life, and we use them without thinking. “A bird in the hand is worth 2 in the bush.” Lots of great insight into life is passed ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, James 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Obedience Of Faith

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002

Can mere belief in God and the truths of His Word win the Lord’s approval and blessings? To the contrary, the Scriptures plainly teach that only a faith that leads to obedience to God wins approval and reward.

When one reads the Letter to the Romans and then reads the Letter of James, there may appear to be a contradiction. Romans 4:1-6 clearly teaches that we are justified by faith apart from works. However, James 2:24 says that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone. Martin Luther saw ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:26-27, James 2:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Call Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 13, 2001

This begins with the historical evidence from the ancient kingdom of Ebla that validates the life of Abraham and then I will look at God’s call. How He used Abram’s humanity, weakness and faith to open the door of God’s purpose.

God’s Call Genesis 11 ends with the genealogy leading up to Abram (later Abraham). Terah took his son Abram and his wife Saria, and grandson Lot and headed toward Canaan. They did not get to Canaan, but dwelled in the city of Haran (which is probably named after Abram’s brother who died after he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-10, James 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist