James 3:6
The Scripture
(6) And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
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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