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11 For the sun rises with [a](A)a scorching heat and (B)withers the grass; and its flower falls off and the beauty of its appearance is destroyed; so too the rich man in the midst of his pursuits will fade away.

12 (C)Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has [b]been approved, he will receive (D)the crown of life which the Lord (E)has promised to those who (F)love Him. 13 Let no one say when he is tempted, “(G)I am being tempted [c]by God”; for God cannot be tempted [d]by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone.

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  1. James 1:11 Lit the
  2. James 1:12 Or passed the test
  3. James 1:13 Lit from
  4. James 1:13 Lit of evil things

11 For the sun rises with scorching heat(A) and withers(B) the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed.(C) In the same way, the rich will fade away even while they go about their business.

12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial(D) because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life(E) that the Lord has promised to those who love him.(F)

13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone;

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