because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord,

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

You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone.

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

You believe that God is one; well and good. Even the demons believe that – and tremble with fear.

But would you like evidence, you empty fellow, that faith without works is useless?

You see that his faith was working together with his works and his faith was perfected by works.

Or do you think the scripture means nothing when it says, “The spirit that God caused to live within us has an envious yearning”?

You also be patient and strengthen your hearts, for the Lord’s return is near.

Happy is the one who endures testing, because when he has proven to be genuine, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him.

Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God,” for God cannot be tempted by evil, and he himself tempts no one.

For if someone merely listens to the message and does not live it out, he is like someone who gazes at his own face in a mirror.

Think of how we regard as blessed those who have endured. You have heard of Job’s endurance and you have seen the Lord’s purpose, that the Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

he should know that the one who turns a sinner back from his wandering path will save that person’s soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins.

Adulterers, do you not know that friendship with the world means hostility toward God? So whoever decides to be the world’s friend makes himself God’s enemy.