James 1:5

1:5 But if anyone is deficient in wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without reprimand, and it will be given to him.

James 1:10

1:10 But the rich person’s pride should be in his humiliation, because he will pass away like a wildflower in the meadow. ¹ 

James 3:1

The Power of the Tongue

3:1 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers and sisters, ²  because you know that we will be judged more strictly. ³ 

James 3:13

True Wisdom

3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct he should show his works done in the gentleness that wisdom brings. ⁴ 

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¹ tn Grk “a flower of grass.”

² tn Grk “brothers.” See note on the phrase “brothers and sisters” in 1:2.

³ tn Grk “will receive a greater judgment.”

⁴ tn Grk “works in the gentleness of wisdom.”