James: Wisdom to Lead: A 5-Day Reading Plan With Nicole Smitheeنموونە

Key Verse: James 2:26 NIV

26 As the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead.

Reflection:

Integrity is a highly sought-after character trait both in ministry and in personal relationships. We want to know that the people we work with will follow through with their responsibilities and meet deadlines. We want to know that our friends will be there for us when we need them. We want to know our significant other is dependable and responsible. We desire to surround ourselves with people who don’t just talk a good talk, but who do the things they commit to. When it comes to our leadership, Jesus desires the very same thing. As leaders seeking to lead like Jesus, we must place a value on integrity in our faith.

What are your actions revealing about your faith at the moment?

James mentions both Abraham and Rahab as people who were considered righteous by not only what they believed but also by what they did. Read Genesis 22:1-19 and Joshua 2 either now or at some point today. Reflect on these accounts of how faith in God was proven by their actions. Think about what they risked and how God responded to each of their acts of faith. Ask God to show you what faith in action looks like in your own life.