James 2:14
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 2:14 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
James 2:14 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
James 2:14 — KJV
“What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?”
— James 2:14 (KJV)
James 2:14 in Context — About the Book of James
James, the Lord's brother, writes the New Testament's wisdom book — blunt, practical, allergic to empty religion. Ask God for wisdom and He gives generously; faith without works is dead; the tongue is a fire; and the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
Cross-References for James 2:14
“Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; neither doth corruption inherit incorruption.”
Shares key themes with James 2:14: doth, brethren, say
“This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.”
Shares key themes with James 2:14: profit, say, faith
“And the man said, They are departed hence; for I heard them say, Let us go to Dothan. And Joseph went after his brethren, and found them in Dothan.”
Shares key themes with James 2:14: doth, brethren, say
“And he said unto his brethren, My money is restored; and, lo, it is even in my sack: and their heart failed them, and they were afraid, saying one to another, What is this that God hath done unto us? failed...: Heb. went forth”
Shares key themes with James 2:14: brethren, say, hath
“And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Say unto thy brethren, This do ye; lade your beasts, and go, get you unto the land of Canaan;”
Shares key themes with James 2:14: brethren, say, can
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