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EPISODE · Apr 2, 2026 · 43 MIN

James 2:14-26 Explained: Is Faith Without Works Dead? (Session 8)

from Reasoning Through the Bible · host Glenn Smith and Steve Allem

What does James 2 really teach about faith and works? Are we justified by faith alone, or do works play a role in salvation?In this episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, the study continues through James 2:14–26, one of the most discussed doctrinal passages in Scripture. This section addresses the relationship between faith and works, the meaning of dead faith, and how James fits with Paul’s teaching on justification by faith.This verse-by-verse study explains why James is not teaching salvation by works, but instead showing how genuine faith is seen, expressed, and lived out after salvation. The discussion explores key examples from Abraham and Rahab, the meaning of “faith without works is dead,” and why context is essential when reading James.Topics include:James 2:14–26 explained Faith and works in the book of James  Is faith without works dead?  Justified by works or faith alone?  Abraham, Rahab, and visible faith  How James and Paul fit together  Practical Christian living after salvation A clear and doctrinally important Bible study on faith, works, justification, and Christian obedience.Support the showThank you for listening!!  Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the BiblePlease prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve

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What does James 2 really teach about faith and works? Are we justified by faith alone, or do works play a role in salvation? In this episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, the study continues through James 2:14–26, one of the most discussed doctrinal passages in Scripture. This section addresses the relationship between faith and works, the meaning of dead faith, and how James fits with Paul’s teaching on justification by faith. This verse-by-verse study explains why James is not teaching sa...

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