Open Heaven Daily Devotional
Date: Tuesday, September 2nd 2025
Author: Pastor E.A. Adeboye
Topic: Faith Without Work
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Memorize
“Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.” — James 2:17 (KJV)
Bible Reading
James 2:20-26
20 But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
21 Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he had offered Isaac his son upon the altar?
22 Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect?
23 And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God.
24 Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
25 Likewise also was not Rahab the harlot justified by works, when she had received the messengers, and had sent them out another way?
26 For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.
Open Heaven 1 September 2025 – Allow No Barriers To The Gospel
Message
Years ago, some Christian students in a particular university came to me and said, "We don't know what is going on. Those of us who are in the fellowship are always the ones failing." I replied, "This might be because, at the time you are supposed to be studying, you are in the fellowship." They said, "Is it not written that the Holy Spirit will help us?" I responded, "Thank God for the Holy Spirit, but the Bible says that the Holy Spirit will remind you of the things you have learnt. However, if you do not learn anything and end up failing, after He chastises you, He will comfort you."
Beloved, to walk in God's blessings, faith must go hand-in-hand with works. For example, in Luke 5:1-9, Jesus came to Peter, who had a boat and asked him to lend Him the boat for a while. After preaching from the boat, Jesus told Peter to cast his net into the sea for a catch. If Peter had not cast his net, he would not have seen the glory of God. If he had just said, "I believe you, Jesus. I know You can do all things," and had refused to obey the simple instruction, he would have returned home empty-handed that night. Instead, he said, "At thy word - because You have spoken to me - I will do what You say." He took a step of faith and did the work of throwing his net into the sea. Then, he caught so many fishes that his net broke. People who add works to their faith experience 'net-breaking' miracles.
Another example of someone in the Bible who added works to their faith is the woman with the issue of blood in Luke 8:43-48. She did not just stop at knowing that Jesus carried the healing anointing, she forced her way through a large crowd just to touch the hem of His garment. The result was that she was instantly healed of a sickness she had suffered from for 12 years.
If you are not doing anything in line with the faith you claim to have, that faith is dead. You cannot sit in your house and pray for a job when you are not applying for any. Likewise, you cannot be trusting God for a visa to another country when you do not even have an international passport. Bring your faith to life by adding works to it; faith without works is dead.
Commentary
Faith is not just a passive belief; it is active. The Bible shows us through Abraham, Rahab, Peter, and the woman with the issue of blood that faith must be demonstrated through action. True faith produces results because it obeys God’s instructions. When you combine faith with action, you unlock the supernatural blessings of God.
Salvation Message
If you have never received Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, today is the perfect day to make that decision. Confess with your mouth, "Jesus, I believe You died for my sins and rose again. Forgive me, Lord, and come into my life," and you shall be saved. Romans 10:9 promises that whoever believes in the Lord Jesus Christ will be saved. Welcome to God’s family!
Call to Action
Today, write down the areas of your life where you have been relying on faith alone without taking any action. Take practical steps to align your works with your faith. Start small, but start now. Remember, faith without works is dead.
Interactive Quiz
Test your understanding of today's devotional:
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According to James 2:17, what happens to faith without works?
It is alive
It is dead
It multiplies automatically -
Who was justified by works when he offered his son on the altar?
Moses
David
Abraham -
What did Peter do after Jesus told him to cast the net?
He ignored Jesus
He obeyed and cast the net
He asked for help from other fishermen -
How did the woman with the issue of blood demonstrate faith?
She prayed silently at home
She sent a letter to Jesus
She pushed through the crowd to touch Jesus’ garment -
What practical step should you take today according to the devotional?
Wait for miracles without action
Align your works with your faith
Ignore instructions and rely only on prayer
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