I hadn't noticed that word "demonstration" in that passage before and now it's like a bright neon sign. It's a good reconciling of Paul/James where James talks about hearing AND doing and SHOWING (demonstrating?) faith via works.
Escapist religion has clouded and falsely divided Gospel ministry and I'm thankful to be around people like you and Ben who understand and proclaiming that there is no dichotomy here: it's one thing.
I hadn't noticed that word "demonstration" in that passage before and now it's like a bright neon sign. It's a good reconciling of Paul/James where James talks about hearing AND doing and SHOWING (demonstrating?) faith via works.
Escapist religion has clouded and falsely divided Gospel ministry and I'm thankful to be around people like you and Ben who understand and proclaiming that there is no dichotomy here: it's one thing.