James 1–2 — Faith That Works
James 1:19–2:26
James insists that faith without works is dead, that hearers must be doers, and that the kind of faith that saves is never alone.
entryJohn 14–15 — Abiding in Christ
John 14:15–15:10
Jesus teaches that love is shown by keeping his commandments, and that branches that do not abide in the vine are taken away and burned.
entryRevelation 2–3 — Conquering and Overcoming
Revelation 2–3
Each of the seven letters in Revelation ends with a promise "to the one who conquers." The condition is repeated, and the promises are ultimate.
entryRomans 8 — Life in the Spirit
Romans 8:1–17
Paul declares there is no condemnation for those in Christ, then immediately ties that declaration to walking according to the Spirit, not the flesh.
entryGalatians 5–6 — Walking by the Spirit
Galatians 5:13–6:10
Paul warns that those who practice the works of the flesh will not inherit the kingdom, and calls believers to sow to the Spirit for eternal life.
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