James 1:4
The Scripture
(4) But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
James begins by addressing believers who have been called to a good work, urging them to be pure and free from deceit. He warns that true faith is proven by actions, not just words, and that the letter will be tested with trials to reveal genuine faith. The chapter emphasizes that faith without works is dead.
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