Grace to You: Radio Podcast Dead Faith B
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Jan 27, 2026 
John MacArthur, Bible teacher and pastor known for decades of sermons and books. He outlines three signs of dead faith and contrasts them with actions that reveal real faith. He draws on James, Matthew, and Acts to show why works accompany saving belief. He examines Simon Magus and explores how struggling with sin can signal true regeneration.
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Faith Is Proven By Its Fruit
- John MacArthur argues that faith without works is empty confession and counterfeit salvation.
- He insists a life’s fruit reveals whether faith is genuine, not a past profession or ritual.
Compassion Reveals True Belief
- MacArthur uses the example of a hungry, naked brother to show false compassion.
- He explains that Christ will judge people by compassionate deeds toward the needy, not mere words.
You Can't Show Faith Without Works
- James challenges the claim of faith without works by demanding demonstration.
- MacArthur emphasizes that saving faith cannot be shown apart from righteous deeds.
