James 2:23
And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God.
King James Version
In Context
22Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect?
24Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Cross References
Genesis 15:6And he believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness.
1 Kings 4:5And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan was principal officer, and the king’s friend:
Job 16:21Oh that one might plead for a man with God, as a man pleadeth for his neighbour!
Mark 12:10And have ye not read this scripture; The stone which the builders rejected is become the head of the corner:
Luke 4:21And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.
Acts 1:16Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.
Matthew Henry on James 2:15-26
Faith and Works. ( a. d. 61.) 14 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? 15 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, 16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? 17 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. 18 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: show me thy faith… Read the whole commentary →