Works Versus Works PDF Ebook

“Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only” (James 2:24).

“Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law” (Romans 3:28).

Two authors. Two books. Do they have two contradictory points of view?

Is it possible that these statements are actually not contradictory, and that they naturally harmonize with each other when we take the time to investigate their contexts, without letting preconceived ideas obstruct understanding?

It is not only possible, but true. If we understand the context in which these statements are made, and what each author meant by the word “works,” the solution falls neatly into place.