James 5:20 meaning and explanation

consider this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and cover over a multitude of sins.

James 5:20, Berean Standard Bible

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James closes his letter by urging his readers to bring back anyone who wanders from the truth (verse 19), and verse 20 gives the reason this effort matters. The one who turns a sinner from error saves that person's soul from death and covers over a multitude of sins.

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