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The thief on the cross — deathbed conversion with no works is consistent with James 2 because James addresses ongoing Christian life

The Debate Over James 2: Catholic or Protestant View 00:55:24 – 00:55:55

Handling the apparent exception of the thief on the cross

The thief on the cross had no works whatsoever after believing — he died immediately after his conversion. Mike argues this is consistent with James 2 because James is addressing Christians living life over time. Had the thief lived, his faith would have produced works. James is not talking about the moment of conversion but about the long-term pattern of a Christian's life.

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