The Jess Connolly Podcast Episode 94: Bible Babes - Part Six with Meredith Knox
Aug 11, 2025
Meredith Knox, a passionate pastor and scripture scholar, joins to explore the relationship between faith and works, diving into James 2:14-26. They discuss personal anecdotes that showcase faith in action, emphasizing how genuine belief leads to meaningful deeds. The duo also highlights the value of community in understanding scripture, comparing it to teamwork in sports. Plus, they share plans for a family pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, adding a personal touch to their faith journey.
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Faith Must Show Fruit
- James challenges a faith that claims belief but lacks action, calling such faith "dead."
- Meredith and Jess read James as pastoral correction, not contradiction to Paul.
Paul And James Are Complementary
- Paul and James address different problems: Paul corrects works-based salvation and James corrects fruitless faith.
- Understanding audience and purpose resolves apparent contradictions.
Begin With Author And Audience
- Start Bible study by asking who wrote the text and who it was written to before asking what it means to you.
- Use context as your primary filter to avoid quick, personal interpretations.