1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings.

9 Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. 10 But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed.

12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. 13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.”

1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. 2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3 knowing this , that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

1. James The author of the epistle, traditionally identified as James the Just, the half-brother of Jesus and a leader in the early Jerusalem church. Known for his wisdom and leadership, James played a crucial role in the early Christian community. 2. God The one true God of …

James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

James Chapter 1 (Original 1611 KJV Bible) This is the text and a scan of the actual, original, first printing of the 1611 King James Version, the 'HE' Bible, for James Chapter 1. The KJV does not get more original or authentic than this.

1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. 3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. 4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing*.

Testing Your Faith - James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes who are in the Dispersion: Greetings. Consider it all.

1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.