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What religion was not spread through missionary works?
Judaism does not recognize or encourage missionaries for the purpose of proselytizing.
Are you justfied by faith or justfied by works?
Galatians 2:16New International Version (NIV)16 know that a person is not justified by the works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have put our faith in Christ Jesus that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by the works of the law, because by the works of the law no one will be justified.This is not to say we are to do no works. A true disciple of Christ will do good works as He did:Ephesians 2:10New International Version (NIV)10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
How do you evaluate relevant arguments regarding adopting faith in the Christian religion?
You ask yourself if it works and makes sense for you.
What do Hindus do with their money?
Like any other person of any faith or religion Hindus also spend their money but their scriptures prescribe that they are supposed to donate ten percent of their income for Charity and social works.
Can a Santeria spell be put on you by eating black beans that have been given to you by a person that practices this religion?
No, Voodoo works the same way as faith healing if you truley belive it might work but it is not the voodoo or a god working it is the power of the mind.
Can you be Spiritual without Religion?
Yes, for a person can be born with spiritual qualities. To keep those qualities the person must do good works all the days of their life. It would be unusual for that person not to be involved in religion.
How does the book of James relate to today?
The Letter of James answers some of life's difficult questions which are still relevant today; such as which is the true religion, and which is fake? Why do I have so many temptations and hardships? What is the relationship between faith and good works? James, the half brother of Jesus, wrote a troubled group of Jewish believers to help them understand how to distinguish true faith in Christ from insincere faith. He called on them to endure persecution to live out true religion. James shows trials and temptations develop true faith, faith is the starting point of true religion and leads to equal treatment for all people, true religion is known by its wise tongue (Ch. 3), true religion shows itself in daily good works motivated by humility not selfishness, true religion devotes itself to prayer for others and confession of sins. James calls you to a life that shows the world true, humble, unselfish, loving religion.
Where in the Bible are verses that say 'deeds and faith can save you'?
James 2:18 - But someone will say, "You have faith, and I have works." Show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works."James 2:24 - You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only.James 2:26 - For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.[Quotes from NKJV]
Does the word works in James 2 mean believe?
No, in James 2, the word "works" does not mean "believe." Instead, "works" refer to actions and deeds that demonstrate or prove one's faith. James emphasizes the importance of both faith and actions working together for a complete and genuine faith.
What does James chapter 2 verse 14-18 mean?
This passage emphasizes that faith without deeds is dead. It stresses that true faith should be accompanied by actions to demonstrate its authenticity. In other words, faith should manifest in tangible acts of love and service to others.
When was Institute for Works of Religion created?
Institute for Works of Religion was created on 1942-06-27.
What are belief systems?
Belief systems are what people believe about the world and/or religion. It is the organization and structure of the way a person thinks the world works.
