So also faith, if it does not have works(deeds and actions of obedience to back it up), by itself is destitute of power (inoperative, dead) (James 2:17 AMPC). Let's consider an example of the man in Acts
" "Christ in me, the hope of glory" is a powerful phrase that holds deep meaning for Christians. It speaks to the belief that through a personal relationship with Christ, we can find hope
I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live. (Deuteronomy 30:19).