James 3:2
The Scripture
(2) For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
James writes to his brothers about the importance of asking God for wisdom, emphasizing that true wisdom is a divine gift rather than something to be earned. He warns that a lack of faith is like a dead person, and that believers must rely on God's help. The chapter also encourages honesty and the pursuit of righteousness.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
I Kings 8:46II Chronicles 6:36Proverbs 20:9Ecclesiastes 7:20Isaiah 64:6Romans 3:10Romans 7:21Galatians 3:22Galatians 5:17I John 1:8I John 1:9I John 1:10
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Matthew 5:29Matthew 5:30Luke 11:34Matthew 10:28I Corinthians 15:44I Corinthians 8:13