James 2:12

12 In every way, then, speak and act as people who will be judged by the law of freedom.

James 2:12 Meaning and Commentary

James 2:12

So speak ye, and so do
Both words and actions should be taken care of; it becomes men to observe what they say, and what they do; for both sinful words and works are transgressions of the law, and will be brought to judgment; every idle word, as well as every evil work, both open and secret, men must give an account of in the day of judgment: wherefore it is incumbent on them so to behave,

as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty:
(See Gill on James 1:25) with which compare ( Romans 2:12 Romans 2:16 ) . Heathens will be judged by the law of nature, Jews by the law of Moses, and those who live under the Gospel dispensation, according to the Gospel of Christ.

James 2:12 In-Context

10 Anyone who tries to keep all of the Law but fails at one point is guilty of failing to keep all of it.

11 The one who said, Don't commit adultery, also said, Don't commit murder. So if you don't commit adultery but do commit murder, you are a lawbreaker.

12 In every way, then, speak and act as people who will be judged by the law of freedom.

13 There will be no mercy in judgment for anyone who hasn't shown mercy. Mercy overrules judgment.

14 My brothers and sisters, what good is it if people say they have faith but do nothing to show it? Claiming to have faith can't save anyone, can it?