James 1:9
The Scripture
(9) Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:
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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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
James 2:5James 2:6Deuteronomy 15:7Deuteronomy 15:9Deuteronomy 15:11Psalms 62:9Proverbs 17:5Proverbs 19:1Luke 1:52Jeremiah 9:23Jeremiah 9:24Romans 5:2
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