James 2:24, 26 [24] You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only. [26] For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.
Is our faith a faith that is alive, and evident to those around us? More importantly, is it a faith that is evident to the Lord, and glorifying Him? It's very easy to say we have faith, and to boast of our faith. However, faith that isn't lived out is a dead faith. How often have we been left wanting when someone gave us lip service without works to back up their words or promises? The fact of the matter is that we often claim to trust God, and announce our faith for others to hear, but we fail to do those things that truly demonstrate our faith. We allow fear, pride, selfishness, love for the things of this world, and our unwillingness to step out of our comfort zones, to keep us from living out our faith by our actions. Abraham was willing to sacrifce his son of promise to prove his trust in, and love for, God. Rahab was willing to risk her life in order to prove her faith in the God of Israel. Sadly, many of us are not willing to sacrifice our time, talents or material things to prove that we trust, and have faith in, our God. What is God asking us to do today to prove our faith? What is He calling us to do that would loudly proclaim to the world that Jesus is not just our Savior, but also our Lord, and that we trust Him implicitly? What act of faith are we refusing to perform that could potentially open a door of opportuntiy to share the Gospel with one or many in our circle of influence? Is our faith in God just lip service and in need of being revived, or is it a faith that is alive and active for the glory of God?
Today, God extends an invitation to you to accept His free gift of salvation (Romans 6:23). Will you accept it? Anyone who calls on the Name of Jesus, by faith, in repentance, confessing your sins, will receive eternal life. Do not put off calling on Him, and receive His free gift of salvation (Romans 10:13).
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