A Faith that Works Lives Justly

The Sin of Partiality

Review Week 1

A Faith that Works is Tested & True  James Chapter 1

The Command

English Standard Version (Chapter 2)

2 My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory

partiality n. — an inclination to favor one group or view or opinion over alternatives; especially considered as an injustice.

What you show must match what you hold

you cannot hold faith in your heart and show partiality in your actions

The faith you hold transforms the way you see and treat others

English Standard Version Chapter 19

7 Now then, let the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for there is no injustice with the LORD our God, or partiality or taking bribes.”

The Examples

English Standard Version Chapter 8

9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich