Faith Without
Favoritism
James 2:1–9
Preacher Ed Rangel
The Velvet Rope
Does money buy a better welcome in God’s House?
Deuteronomy 10:17
The Thesis
Living faith treats all individuals without rank.
Prejudice violates the ROYAL LAW.
Point 1
The Failure of
Favoritism
James 2:1–4
The Standard
“Our GLORIOUS Lord Jesus Christ”
In His presence, all human glory is dust.
The Command
“Do not hold your faith… with FAVORITISM.”
James 2:1
The Test
Who gets the seat?
The Action
“You pay special attention to the one wearing fine clothes.”
James 2:3
The Verdict
“Have you not become judges with EVIL MOTIVES?”
James 2:4
Point 2
The Reversal
Of Values
James 2:5–7
Divine Election
“Did not God choose the POOR of this world?”
James 2:5
True Wealth
Promised to those who love Him.
The Irony
Treason
To honor those who blaspheme Christ is treason against the King.
James 2:7
Point 3
The Victory of
The Royal Law
James 2:8–9
The Royal Law
“You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
Leviticus 19:18 / James 2:8
The Contrast
Convicted
You cannot keep the law of Love by violating the dignity of your brother.
Transgressors
Conclusion
One Identity
Redeemed
In the Church, wealth and poverty must disappear.
We are all BROTHERS.
Invitation
Break The Cycle
God’s Plan
God’s Plan
Living the Word
Faith in Action
Waupaca Church of Christ