Second Chance Faith (James 2:25-26, Josh Crockett)

1. A Faith That Acts Scripture "Likewise also was not Rahab the prostitute justified by works when she received the messengers and sent them out by another way?" (James 2:25) Question What specific actions revealed that Rahab's faith was genuine, and what actions in your life demonstrate that your faith is real? 2. Believing More Than Facts Scripture "You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder!" (James 2:19) Question What is the difference between merely knowing the truth about God and personally trusting Him? 3. Trusting God More Than Your Fears Scripture "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9) Question What fear is currently making it difficult for you to obey God in a specific area of life? 4. The Courage of Rahab Scripture "For the LORD your God, he is God in the heavens above and on the earth beneath." (Joshua 2:11) Question How did Rahab's view of God give her the courage to act, and how can a greater view of God strengthen your obedience? 5. No One Is Beyond God's Mercy Scripture "Where sin increased, grace abounded all the more." (Romans 5:20) Question How does Rahab's story encourage people who feel disqualified because of their past? 6. Examining the Fruit Scripture "Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves." (2 Corinthians 13:5) Question What evidence of spiritual life would someone who knows you well point to in your life? 7. Faith and Obedience Scripture "If you love me, you will keep my commandments." (John 14:15) Question In what area of your life is God currently calling you to take a step of obedience? 8. The Danger of Dead Faith Scripture "For as the body apart from the spirit is dead, so also faith apart from works is dead." (James 2:26) Question Why does James use such a vivid picture to describe faith without works? 9. The Gospel Changes Us Scripture "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." (Ephesians 2:10) Question How does remembering the gospel motivate obedience more effectively than guilt or fear? 10. From Hopeless to Hopeful Scripture "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." (2 Corinthians 5:17) Question How does Rahab's transformation encourage you to trust God's power to change people—including yourself?