James
1:12; 5:7-12
1:12Blessed
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.
Patience in Suffering
5:7Be patient, then,
brothers, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its
valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains. 8You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is
near. 9Don't grumble against each other, brothers, or you
will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!
10Brothers, as an example of patience
in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. 11As you know, we consider blessed those who have persevered. You
have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The
Lord is full of compassion and mercy.
12Above all, my brothers, do not
swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. Let your "Yes" be yes,
and your "No," no, or you will be condemned.
