James 1:2
James · New Testament · Chapter 1
“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;”James 1:2
What Does James 1:2 Mean?
James 1:2 is found in the book of James, chapter 1, verse 2 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Temptation.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to James 1:2 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
1 Peter 1:6“Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:”James 1:12“Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.”2 Corinthians 12:9“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”Romans 5:3“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;”Matthew 5:10“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”Luke 6:22“Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake.”Philippians 1:29“For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;”Philippians 4:4“Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.”2 Peter 2:9“The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished:”Romans 8:17“And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.”2 Corinthians 4:8“We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;”Colossians 1:24“Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body’s sake, which is the church:”Revelation 2:10“Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.”Romans 8:35“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?”Matthew 5:12“Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.”1 Peter 4:13“But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”Job 23:10“But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.”Acts 5:41“And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.”Acts 16:25“And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.”Hebrews 10:34“For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance.”
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