12 Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for (A)in this same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Read full chapter

12 (A)Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has [a]been approved, he will receive (B)the crown of life which the Lord (C)has promised to those who (D)love Him.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. James 1:12 Or passed the test

11 We count those (A)blessed who endured. You have heard of (B)the [a]endurance of Job and have seen (C)the [b]outcome of the Lord’s dealings, that (D)the Lord is full of compassion and is merciful.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. James 5:11 Or steadfastness
  2. James 5:11 Lit end of the Lord

Bible Gateway Recommends