Be Doers, Not Hearers Only
Putting God's truth into daily practical obedience.
Looking into the perfect law of liberty and acting.
The big idea
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
Opening scripture
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
What does “Be Doers, Not Hearers Only” walk through?
Be Doers, Not Hearers Only
James 1:22 · KJV
But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
In plain English
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
Living in the Light
This passage from James reminds us of our eternal hope and daily calling in Christ. Looking into the perfect law of liberty and acting. As we walk in this truth, our hearts are filled with courage and peace.
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, thank You for the truth of James 1:22. Write it upon my heart and let it guide my steps today. Amen.
Write it down
How can you apply James 1:22 to your current circumstances?
Go in Faith
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from James 1:22. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- James 1:22
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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