James 1:12-16

New Life Version

¹² The man who does not give up when tests come is happy. After the test is over, he will receive the crown of life. God has promised this to those who love Him.

God Does Not Tempt Us

¹³ When you are tempted to do wrong, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God cannot be tempted. He will never tempt anyone. ¹⁴ A man is tempted to do wrong when he lets himself be led by what his bad thoughts tell him to do. ¹⁵ When he does what his bad thoughts tell him to do, he sins. When sin completes its work, it brings death.

¹⁶ My Christian brothers, do not be fooled about this.