James 1:12 Blessed is the man that endures temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life… I. Temptation, a testing, As INEVITABLE EXPERIENCE, a necessity of our condition. Needful to prove us, and develop strength and symmetry of character. Teaches us to feel for others. II. Temptation to be STEADFASTLY ENDURED TILL CONQUERED. Yielding is weakening. Love endures, God's grace sustains. III. CROWNING OF THE CONQUERER. Not of merit, but grace. (J. M. Sherwood, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. |
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