James 2:8-13

I really struggle with the Book of James. I used to love it, but there are parts that I have a hard time really understanding and reconciling with other parts of scripture. In this specific section, it speaks about acting and living according to the law.

“Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom…”
James 2:12

This is just hard for me to grasp. As I understand it, Jesus came to fulfill the law. Which means bringing completion to it. However, we aren’t bound by the law, which Paul talks about. The other aspect of it is that the law is a guideline for us in how to live in a way that honors God.

I think the thing that I have a hard time with now that I have talked it out a little is that it feels too emphasized by James. Yet, it is important to emphasize that for Christians. We need to remember that our faith requires actions to go with it. And a list of the sort of actions really helps.