James 3:15
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 3:15 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
James 3:15 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish. sensual: or, natural" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
James 3:15 — KJV
“This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish. sensual: or, natural”
— James 3:15 (KJV)
James 3:15 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 3:15
“No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls: for the price of wisdom is above rubies. coral: or, Ramoth”
Shares key themes with James 3:15: wisdom, above
“He that cometh from above is above all: he that is of the earth is earthly, and speaketh of the earth: he that cometh from heaven is above all.”
Shares key themes with James 3:15: above, earthly
“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. partiality: or, wrangling”
Shares key themes with James 3:15: wisdom, above
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