Unshakable: Faith that Shows - James 2:14-26

James, in chapter 2, warns us of the danger of being confused in the area of having a faith that is false! 4x in this section, James makes it very clear.  v14: “if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him?” v17: “Faith by itself … is dead.”  v20: “Faith apart from works is useless.”  v26: “Faith apart from works is dead.” James picks up on Jesus’ warning from Matthew 7:21 Paul also warned in 2 Corinthians 13:5 1. Faith is more than words (2:14-17)  2. Faith is more than belief (2:18-19) 3. Faith is more than actions (2:20-26) For a moment, examine your heart: 1. Has there been a time when I honestly admitted I am a sinner in need of God's grace & forgiveness? 2. Do I truly understand the Gospel (good news), that Christ died for my sins and arose again?  3. Do I understand and confess that I cannot save myself? 4. Have I sincerely repented of my sins and turned away from sin and toward Christ?  5. Have I trusted Christ and Christ alone for my salvation? 6. Do I enjoy an active, loving relationship with God through prayer, the Bible, and His Holy Spirit? 7. Has there been a change in my life? Though I am not perfect, do I desire to obey His word and grow in His ways?  8. Am I living in such a way that others would not be surprised that I follow Jesus? 9. Do I love Jesus enough to tell others about His wonderful saving grace? 10. Do I enjoy the fellowship of God’s people and seek to worship God with the church often? 11. Do I look forward to the Lord’s return and will not be ashamed when He comes for me? Psalm 139:23-24 23 Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! 24 And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!