Don’t Just Stand There!

2026 THEME: Still the ONE!

SERIES THEME: The “Perfect” Christian

Title: Don’t Just Stand There!

Scripture: James 2:14-26

I. DEAD FAITH

Salvation, not by works but by faith, is called (justification by faith).

Paul= (saved by faith not works)
James= (show) you my faith by (what I do)

What is a dead faith?

1. A dead faith is an (empty confession). V.14
2. A dead faith has (false compassion). Vv.15-17
3. A dead faith has (shallow conviction). Vv.18-20

II. LIVING FAITH

A case study in two parts:

1. Abraham (vv. 21-24)
2. Rahab (v.25)

4 characteristics of a living faith:

1. A living faith is (involved). (Vv.15-16)
2. A living faith is a (partnership). (v.17)
3. A living faith is (on display). (v.18)
4. A living faith is (from the heart).

Next week: 2026 Theme: Still the ONE!
SERIES THEME: The “Perfect” Christian
Series: Put Out the Fire!
Scripture: James 3:1-12

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