JAMES—NOTE ON James 2:23 James uses Genesis 15:6 in a way that complements rather than contradicts Paul (Romans 4:1; Galatians 3:6). James sees Genesis 15:6 as having been fulfilled (see James 2:22) in Abraham’s offering of Isaac (Genesis 22:1). James focuses on Abraham’s act of obedience, while Paul highlights God’s declaration of Abraham’s righteousness. See note on James 2:21.

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