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Reflect: Look deeper at the preached and written Word. How does the issue of adding human requirements to God’s free grace manifest in modern Christianity, and what are some contemporary equivalents to the circumcision debate? Peter says, “We believe that we will be saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus, just as they will” (v. 11). Why is that statement so remarkable? James appeals to Scripture after hearing testimonies from Peter, Paul, and Barnabas. Why is it important that Scripture—not experience alone—settles doctrinal questions? The sermon states that the gospel reconciles us both vertically to God and horizontally to one another. Where do you see evidence of this dual reconciliation in your own church community or personal life? Why does James still ask Gentile believers to avoid certain practices if those practices do not contribute to salvation? How does understanding that Christ’s yoke is easy and His burden is light change the way we approach obedience and spiritual disciplines? Respond: Choose one or two of these applications from Sunday’s message to put into practice this week. Thank God every day this week that your salvation rests entirely on Christ, not your performance. Identify one area where you’ve been tempted to believe “Jesus plus…” and intentionally replace that lie with the truth of the gospel. Look for one opportunity this week to limit a personal preference for the sake of encouraging another believer or promoting unity. Share the gospel with one person this week, emphasizing that salvation is a gift received by grace through faith in Christ alone. 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