James 2:18

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

Some one, indeed, may say--"You are a man of faith, and I am a man of action." "Then show me your faith," I reply, "apart from any actions, and I will show you my faith by my actions."

Cross References

Romans 14:23

He, however, who has misgivings stands condemned if he still eats, because his doing so is not the result of faith. And anything not done as the result of faith is a sin.

Romans 3:28

For we conclude that a man is pronounced righteous on the ground of faith, quite apart from obedience to Law.

Romans 4:6

In precisely the same way David speaks of the blessing pronounced upon the man who is regarded by God as righteous apart from actions--

Romans 8:1

There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in union with Christ Jesus;

Romans 9:19

Perhaps you will say to me-'How can any one still be blamed? For who withstands his purpose?'

1 Corinthians 13:2

Even though I have the gift of preaching, and fathom all hidden truths and all the depths of knowledge; even though I have such faith as might move mountains, yet have not Love, I am nothing!

2 Corinthians 5:17

Therefore, if any one is in union with Christ, he is a new being! His old life has passed away; a new life has begun!

2 Corinthians 7:1

With these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that pollutes either body or spirit, and, in deepest reverence for God, aim at perfect holiness.

Galatians 5:6

If a man is in union with Christ Jesus, neither is circumcision nor the omission of it anything, but faith, working through love, is everything.

1 Timothy 1:5

The object of all instruction is to call forth that love which comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.

Titus 2:7

Above all, set an example of doing good. Show sincerity in your teaching, and a serious spirit;

Hebrews 11:31

Faith saved Rahab, the prostitute, from perishing with the unbelievers, after she had entertained the spies with friendliness.

Hebrews 11:33

By their faith they subdued kingdoms, ruled righteously, gained the fulfillment of God's promises, 'shut the mouths of lions,'

Hebrews 11:6

But without faith it is impossible to please him, for he who comes to God must believe that God exists, and that he rewards those who seek for him.

James 2:14

My Brothers, what is the good of a man's saying that he has faith, if he does not prove it by actions? Can such faith save him?

James 3:13

Who among you claims to be wise and intelligent? Let him show that his actions are the outcome of a good life lived in the humility of true wisdom.