what do you need reconciled? if you want to reconcile Gods word, understand that it doesn't contradict itself, there is an order. it works as a plan. like building a house. just a foundation plan? is that enough to have walls and a roof? paul doesn't oppose James, you just are misundertstanding Paul. it seems like you think the word of God is just random, this guy said this, this other guy said this different thing. that's not correct way to look at it. look at it like how does what James said and paul said work together. you are choosing paul over James. put the 2 together and you will have a fuller understanding. the only reason you cant reconcile the 2 is because you think its one or the other. add pauls wisdom to james wisdom. 1+_1=2. to reconcile what you are asking, simply tell yourself all of Gods word is correct. simple. you just wont accept anything but a statement or 2 from paul. cant disregard Gods word, we put it together, by prayer and petition for understanding. none of it cancels out the rest. its an order. I cant really tell you any clearer. maybe just pray about it ask God to reconcile it for you and study it. No judgement for ya. God Loves you tho. I honestly just care about the Lords opinion and obedience is definitely not something God is displeased with, so I'm at peace completely with Gods word