While reading the book of James, you will come across a verse that may really jump out at you! James 4:17 says, “If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.”
This verse really got me thinking about my own life and the times when I knew what the right thing to do was, but didn’t do it.
I think this verse is a reminder that our faith is not just about believing in God, but it’s also about living out our beliefs in our daily lives.
We have to be willing to take action and do what we know is right, even if it’s not the easy thing to do.
This can be challenging, but it’s important to remember that our actions are a direct reflection of our faith.
It’s also important to recognize that not doing the good we ought to do is considered sin. This means that when we choose to ignore the needs of others or turn a blind eye to injustice, we are actively sinning against God.
It’s a heavy responsibility, but also a powerful reminder that our actions have real consequences, both for ourselves and for others.
Let’s strive to live a life of action, always seeking to do the good we know we ought to do.