James 2:14

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

My friends, what good is it to say you have faith, when you don't do anything to show that you really do have faith? Can that kind of faith save you?

Cross References

Jeremiah 7:8

But just look at what is happening! You put your trust in worthless lies.

Matthew 5:20

You must obey God's commands better than the Pharisees and the teachers of the Law obey them. If you don't, I promise you that you will never get into the kingdom of heaven.

Luke 3:11

John told them, “If you have two coats, give one to someone who doesn't have any. If you have food, share it with someone else.”

Luke 6:49

But anyone who hears what I say and doesn't obey me is like someone whose house wasn't built on solid rock. As soon as the river rushed against that house, it was smashed to pieces!

Acts 15:9

God treated them in the same way that he treated us. They put their faith in him, and he made their hearts pure.

Acts 8:13

Even Simon believed and was baptized. He stayed close to Philip, because he marvelled at all the miracles and wonders.

Acts 8:21

You don't have any part in this, and God sees that your heart isn't right.

Romans 2:25

Being circumcised is worthwhile, if you obey the Law. But if you don't obey the Law, you are no better off than people who are not circumcised.

1 Corinthians 15:2

You will be saved by this message, if you hold firmly to it. But if you don't, your faith was all for nothing.

1 Corinthians 16:22

I pray that God will put a curse on everyone who doesn't love the Lord. And may the Lord come soon.

Galatians 5:13

My friends, you were chosen to be free. So don't use your freedom as an excuse to do anything you want. Use it as an opportunity to serve each other with love.

Galatians 5:6

If you are a follower of Christ Jesus, it makes no difference whether you are circumcised or not. All that matters is your faith that makes you love others.

1 Thessalonians 1:3

we tell God our Father about your faith and loving work and about your firm hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Timothy 1:5

You must teach people to have genuine love, as well as a good conscience and true faith.

1 Timothy 4:8

As the saying goes, “Exercise is good for your body, but religion helps you in every way. It promises life now and for ever.” These words are worthwhile and should not be forgotten.

Titus 1:16

Such people claim to know God, but their actions prove that they really don't. They are disgusting. They won't obey God, and they are too worthless to do anything good.

Titus 3:8

This message is certainly true. These teachings are useful and helpful for everyone. I want you to insist that the people follow them, so that all who have faith in God will be sure to do good deeds.

Hebrews 11:17

Abraham had been promised that Isaac, his only son, would continue his family. But when Abraham was tested, he had faith and was willing to sacrifice Isaac,

Hebrews 13:9

Don't be fooled by any kind of strange teachings. It is better to receive strength from God's undeserved kindness than to depend on certain foods. After all, these foods don't really help the people who eat them.

James 1:16

Don't be fooled, my dear friends.

James 2:16

you shouldn't just say, “I hope all goes well for you. I hope you will be warm and have plenty to eat.” What good is it to say this, unless you do something to help?

James 2:18

Suppose someone disagrees and says, “It is possible to have faith without doing kind deeds.” I would answer, “Prove that you have faith without doing kind deeds, and I will prove that I have faith by doing them.”

James 2:26

Anyone who doesn't breathe is dead, and faith that doesn't do anything is just as dead!

2 Peter 1:5

Do your best to improve your faith. You can do this by adding goodness, understanding,