Introduction
Today, we analyze James 1:22-25, where James continues discussing the Word of God and now teaches what it requires of us. Let’s uncover the theology of this passage and how we might apply it to our lives today.

Main Points
1. Do not be a

only (22-24).
a. Do not

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yourself (22).
b. Do not forget to

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when you see your sin (23-24).
2. Do what the

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requires of you (25).
a. The Word is:
i.

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.
ii.

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.
b. Doing leads to

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(25).

Conclusion
You do the Word because it’s evidence that your

was genuine. It doesn’t save you, but conversion leads to

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. Works are a result of conversion. Therefore, if you don’t see evidence of you

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the Word, you must ask yourself if your conversion was genuine.

Overall Theme
Believers have

the word; therefore, it must lead to

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.

Prayer of Reflection
Heavenly Father, help us to have active faith and do what your Word asks of us. May the Spirit empower us to live the way you’ve created us to live. In Jesus’ name, amen.