Faith that Works: Studies in the Epistle of James
Overview
In his commentary on the book of James, Homer A. Kent helps readers discover the epistle’s intensely human perspective. Drawing on his years of experience teaching this book at Grace Theological Seminary, Kent shows James to be a graphic and compelling writer, and aids in deeper understanding of his challenge to an active faith. With a helpful introduction, clear exposition, and accessible language, Faith that Works is packed with practical insights as it works through James verse by verse. This volume also includes discussion questions after each of its 13 chapters.
Top Highlights
“The approach in the letter emphasizes the practical aspects of Christian commitment. James’ purpose was clearly to show that Christian faith was to demonstrate itself through godly living.” (Page 14)
“To summarize, James was explaining Scripture’s clear teaching that God’s people are espoused to Him, and He is jealous for their complete devotion.” (Page 141)
“James used the word later in this letter to describe Job’s continuing faith in God in spite of the most crushing troubles (5:11).” (Page 23)
“The trials (peiramois) in view here are outward circumstances that one encounters” (Page 22)
“A matter worth pondering is that the very first topic James discussed involved the difficulties encountered in the Christian life. Totally foreign to him was the curious modern notion that becoming a Christian will make life easier, that all problems will disappear, and that the prospect in this life for each believer is that he will live happily ever after. It is quite true that the Christian life should be satisfying. However, it is not satisfying because of the absence of difficulties, but because the believer who knows the Scriptures can face difficulties from a new perspective. It is this perspective that James conveys to his readers in his remarkable letter.” (Pages 19–20)
- Title: Faith that Works: Studies in the Epistle of James
- Author: Homer A. Kent Jr.
- Edition: Second Edition
- Series: The Kent Collection
- Publisher: BMH Books
- Print Publication Date: 2005
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. N.T. James › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 0884692485, 9780884692485
- Resource ID: LLS:KENT80JAMREVED
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T01:00:53Z