The Great Debate

Theologians do like to debate. They debate scripture, interpretation, doctrine, theology, soteriology, eschatology, you name it and they will debate it.  It is said, of course, that during the Middle Ages theologians would debate how many angels could dance on the head of a pin, and whether or not that was regarded as a serious question or just an exercise in debate, there is no question that there has been no shortage of debates over the centuries.

One debate that has come and gone since the days of the apostles, and one which has far greater consequence for us than questions about dancing angels, is that of the relationship between faith and works.  Are we saved by faith alone, faith and works, faith with works, works through faith, faith through works?   Some have seen this as the great debate, and many have felt that the writings of the apostles Paul and James even contradict each other on this issue.

However, the interrelation of faith and works can be understood by carefully looking at what the Bible says regarding these issues.  Today's new article, "Faith That Works," examines this important question and provides a simple answer.  It's an important question that applies to all of us, so unless you are very confident you know what the answer is, and why, do take a look at the article. You may be surprised.

P.S.  There are no trick questions regarding dancing angels.