James 2:22 Meaning
Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect?
Context Explained
20But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
21Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he had offered Isaac his son upon the altar?
22Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect?
23And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God.
24Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Philippians 1:6
God completes the good work He begins in believers.
Hebrews 11:32-34
Faith and action are shown together in the examples of the faithful.
2 Peter 1:5-7
Believers are encouraged to supplement their faith with virtues.
Source: James 2:22