James 4:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 4:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
James 4:6 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
James 4:6 — KJV
“But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.”
— James 4:6 (KJV)
James 4:6 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 4:6
“Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.”
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“And they said unto him, Wherefore saith my lord these words? God forbid that thy servants should do according to this thing:”
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“And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me.”
Shares key themes with James 4:6: saith, god, humble
“Furthermore the LORD was angry with me for your sakes, and sware that I should not go over Jordan, and that I should not go in unto that good land, which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance:”
Shares key themes with James 4:6: giveth, more, god
“Yet ye have forsaken me, and served other gods: wherefore I will deliver you no more.”
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