James 2:5
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 2:5 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
James 2:5 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which h..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
James 2:5 — KJV
“Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? of the: or, of that”
— James 2:5 (KJV)
James 2:5 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 2:5
“But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:”
Shares key themes with James 2:5: beloved, brethren, hath
“Wherefore Levi hath no part nor inheritance with his brethren; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD thy God promised him.”
Shares key themes with James 2:5: brethren, hath, god
“And now the LORD your God hath given rest unto your brethren, as he promised them: therefore now return ye, and get you unto your tents, and unto the land of your possession, which Moses the servant of the LORD gave you on the other side Jordan.”
Shares key themes with James 2:5: brethren, hath, god
“The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. the rich...: Heb. many are the lovers of the rich”
Shares key themes with James 2:5: hath, poor, rich
“And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the kingdom of God's sake,”
Shares key themes with James 2:5: brethren, hath, god
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