The Book of James

New Testament5 Chapters • 108 Verses

Quick Facts

Testament
New Testament
Chapters
5
Verses
108
Author
James

Book Summary

James is a practical letter emphasizing that genuine faith produces good works, addressing topics like trials, wisdom, and taming the tongue.

Main Themes

Faith and Works

Faith without works is dead.

Practical Wisdom

Wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, and gentle.

Key Verses in James

"James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ,To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations:Greetings."
James 1:1
"Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you."
James 1:21
"Faith and DeedsWhat good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him?"
James 2:14
"but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison."
James 3:8
"Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."
James 4:10

Chapters in James

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