James 2:17 Meaning
Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.
Context Explained
15If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food,
16And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit?
17Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.
18Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.
19Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Ephesians 2:10
Believers are created for good works, showing faith in action.
Titus 1:16
Some profess to know God but deny Him by their actions.
Colossians 1:10
Encourages believers to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord.
Source: James 2:17