James 1:15
"Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death...." — James 1:15 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.”James 1:15 (NIV)
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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James 1:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the James chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Romans 8:38For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,
Hebrews 11:5By faith Enoch was taken from this life, so that he did not experience death; he could not be found, because God had taken him away. For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God.
Hebrews 11:19Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and figuratively speaking, he did receive Isaac back from death.
Hebrews 11:37They were stoned; they were sawed in two; they were put to death by the sword. They went about in sheepskins and goatskins, destitute, persecuted and mistreated—
Romans 8:2because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death.
Romans 8:6The mind of sinful man is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace;
Romans 8:13For if you live according to the sinful nature, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live,
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in James 1:15. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does James 1:15 mean?
"Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death...." — James 1:15 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of James 1:15?
James 1:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the James chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does James 1:15 read in other translations?
James 1:15 is available in NIV, KJV, ESV, NLT, MSG, and NASB on this page. Open the compare view to read them side by side.