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James 1:3
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James 1:3
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3 After all, you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.
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James 1:3
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James 1:3
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3 You know you learn to endure by having your faith tested.
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James 1:12
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James 1:12
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12 Those who stand firm during testing are blessed. They are tried and true. They will receive the life God has promised to those who love him as their reward.
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James 1:12
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James 1:12
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Trials and Temptations
12 (A) God will bless you, if you don't give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life,[a] just as he rewards everyone who loves him.
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- 1.12 a glorious life: The Greek text has “the crown of life.” In ancient times an athlete who had won a contest was rewarded with a crown of flowers as a sign of victory.
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