013. Faith without Works is Dead: An Introduction to James
04/28/24 • 44 min
The discussion begins with an examination of the letter's authorship and its debated inclusion in the biblical canon. The episode navigates through the historical backdrop of the letter, addressing its targeted audience – the twelve tribes scattered abroad. It ventures further into the pivotal Council of Jerusalem, where the integration of Gentile believers into the faith community created ripples that would influence Christian thought and practice for generations to come. A comparison is drawn between statements made by James and Jesus. Recognizing these statements made by James, and the fact that the cross and resurrection are never once mentioned, we ponder a question that leads to our next episode- Was James written before the cross?
- Topics: Faith without Works is Dead: An Introduction to James, Who wrote the letter of James? Is the book of James apostolic? When was James written? Law based Repentance, The finished work of Christ Jesus, the law of liberty, the sermon on the mount, Galatians 2, Acts 15, James teaching vs Jesus teaching.
The discussion begins with an examination of the letter's authorship and its debated inclusion in the biblical canon. The episode navigates through the historical backdrop of the letter, addressing its targeted audience – the twelve tribes scattered abroad. It ventures further into the pivotal Council of Jerusalem, where the integration of Gentile believers into the faith community created ripples that would influence Christian thought and practice for generations to come. A comparison is drawn between statements made by James and Jesus. Recognizing these statements made by James, and the fact that the cross and resurrection are never once mentioned, we ponder a question that leads to our next episode- Was James written before the cross?
- Topics: Faith without Works is Dead: An Introduction to James, Who wrote the letter of James? Is the book of James apostolic? When was James written? Law based Repentance, The finished work of Christ Jesus, the law of liberty, the sermon on the mount, Galatians 2, Acts 15, James teaching vs Jesus teaching.
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014. James: The Gospel Before the Cross?
Understanding the complexities of biblical texts like the Epistle of James can be as challenging as it is enriching. This New Testament book has often been a source of both inspiration and debate, particularly regarding its themes of faith, works, and the interplay between the old and new covenants. The recent episode of the Waking Up to Grace podcast offers a fresh perspective on this ancient text, proposing a theory that places James's writings in the period of Jesus's earthly ministry, a time governed by the old covenant.
- Topics: When was James letter written, was James written before the cross, James does not mention the cross or resurrection, faith without works is dead, be doers of the word, Book of James, James Letter, to the twelve tribes of Israel, sermon the the mount, law based repentance.
The Waking up to Grace Podcast - 013. Faith without Works is Dead: An Introduction to James
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