James 4:12
The Scripture
(12) There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
James describes a conflict between two brothers, one rich and one poor, who clash over the distribution of their father’s inheritance. The chapter emphasizes that faith without works is dead, and that true love is shown through actions that help the needy. It warns that the rich man’s heart is hardened and he will not be saved.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Isaiah 33:22Matthew 10:28Luke 12:5Hebrews 7:25I Samuel 25:10Job 38:2Romans 2:1Romans 9:20Romans 14:4Romans 14:13
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