James 2:23

The Passion Translation

So in this way the Scripture was fulfilled: Because Abraham believed God, his faith was exchanged for God’s righteousness. So he became known as the lover of God!

Cross References

Genesis 15:6

And Abram trusted every word Yahweh had spoken! And because of his faith, Yahweh credited it to him as righteousness.

Isaiah 41:8

“But you—my servant, Israel, Jacob, whom I’ve chosen, seed of my beloved friend Abraham —

Galatians 3:6

Abraham, our father of faith, believed God, and the substance of his faith released God’s righteousness to him.

Romans 11:2

God has not rejected his chosen, destined people! Haven’t you heard Elijah’s testimony in the Scriptures, and how he prays to God, agonizing over Israel?

Galatians 3:22

But the Scriptures make it clear that the whole world is imprisoned by sin! This was so the promise would be given through faith to people who believe in Jesus Christ.

Romans 9:17

For just as God said to Pharaoh: “I raised you up as ruler of Egypt for this reason, that I might make you an example of how I demonstrate my miracle power. For by the example of how I deal with you, my powerful name will be a message proclaimed throughout the earth!”

Luke 4:21

Then he added, “Today, these Scriptures came true in front of you.”

Mark 15:27

Two criminals were also crucified with Jesus, one on each side of him.

Mark 12:10

Haven’t you read what the psalmist said? The stone the builders examined and rejected has become the cornerstone, the most important stone of all?

1 Peter 2:6

For it says in Scripture: Look! I lay a cornerstone in Zion, a chosen and priceless stone! And whoever believes in him will certainly not be disappointed.

2 Timothy 3:16

God has transmitted his very substance into every Scripture, for it is God-breathed. It will empower you by its instruction and correction, giving you the strength to take the right direction and lead you deeper into the path of godliness.

Acts 1:16

“Fellow believers, the Scripture David prophesied by the Holy Spirit concerning Judas had to be fulfilled. Judas betrayed our Lord Jesus and led the mob to the garden to arrest him.

James 2:24

So now it’s clear that a person is seen as righteous in God’s eyes not merely by faith alone, but by his works.