James 1:4
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 1:4 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
James 1:4 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
James 1:4 — KJV
“But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”
— James 1:4 (KJV)
James 1:4 in Context — About the Book of James
James, the Lord's brother, writes the New Testament's wisdom book — blunt, practical, allergic to empty religion. Ask God for wisdom and He gives generously; faith without works is dead; the tongue is a fire; and the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
Cross-References for James 1:4
“Let there more work be laid upon the men, that they may labour therein; and let them not regard vain words. Let there...: Heb. Let the work be heavy upon the men”
Shares key themes with James 1:4: let, work, may
“And Jonathan said to the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over unto the garrison of these uncircumcised: it may be that the LORD will work for us: for there is no restraint to the LORD to save by many or by few.”
Shares key themes with James 1:4: let, work, may
“He sealeth up the hand of every man; that all men may know his work.”
Shares key themes with James 1:4: let, work, may
“That say, Let him make speed, and hasten his work, that we may see it: and let the counsel of the Holy One of Israel draw nigh and come, that we may know it!”
Shares key themes with James 1:4: let, work, may
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
Shares key themes with James 1:4: let, work, may
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