We are learning what it takes to keep from slipping back words by a loss of footing, when we face life's many trails and troubles of which there are many of varying kinds and types. Some are of our own making while others just pop up out of the blue, but how we respond is what determines our outcome and profit through them all. Yes, we are to profit through them all as they mold and build Christ's character within us in and through GODS eyes.
James 1:12-18 "Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried[2], he shall receive the crown[1] of life[3], which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away[1] of his own lust, and enticed[2]. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. Do not err, my beloved brethren. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above[1], and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. Of his own will[1] begat he us with the word of truth[2], that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures." (KJV)
James 1:12-18 "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial[2], for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown[1] of life[3], which God has promised to those who love him. Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am being tempted by God," for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured[1] and enticed[2] by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above[1], coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. Of his own will[1] he brought us forth by the word of truth[2], that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures." (ESV)
James 1:12-18 "Blessed is the one who does not lose their footing when temptation strikes; they are [1]crowned the victor; their lives prove the [2]currency and character of their [3]design. The [4]verdict: No contradiction can distract from the love of the LORD. (Love inspires faith. [Galatians 5:6] The word, [1, G4735] stephanos, means a mark of royal rank, or a wreath of garland, which was given as a prize to victors in public games. Yet life as GOD sees it is a gift, not a reward. [James 1:17-25] Thus even our reward is a gift because our enduring and steadfastness is not something we engage in with our diligence and willpower, but the energy ignites within us by the revelation of the Word of truth, when heard. The word, [2, G1348] dokimos, means accepted, particularly of coins and money; thus, currency. The Greek word for [3, G1096] birth is, ginomai. The verdict, [4, G1861] epaggello, means official announcement.) Do not say, "I am scrutinized by GOD" when you feel enticed. He is not in the teasing business; evil offers no attraction to GOD for GOD to be tempted by it, neither is he experimenting with our design! (GOD cannot be both the source of light and darkness. Every temptation is an attempt of darkness to intercept light. [James 1:17]) Temptation employs lust to [1]lure someone into a trap (just like in hunting or fishing), one is deceived by the attraction of the [2]bait. Our own private desires can snare us. (The word, [1, G1828] exelko , means to lure as in hunting or fishing, and [2, G1185 from the base of G1388] deleatzo, comes from the word, [G1388] dolos, to deceive by bait.) When passion conceives, it becomes the parent of sin. Sin's mission is to murder us. My dear Friends, do not go wandering off into deception. (By giving credit to temptation, thinking that it could possibly be GOD'S way of speaking to you!) Without exeception GOD'S gifts are only good, its perfection cannot be improved upon. They come from [1]above, (where we originate from), proceeding like light rays from its source, the Father of lights, with whom there is no distortion or even a shadow of shifting to obstruct or intercept the light nor a hint of a hidden agenda. (The word, [1, G509] anouthen, means from above. John 3:3, 13) It was his delight [1]resolve to give birth to us; we were conceived by the [2]unveiled logic of GOD. We lead the exhibition of his handiwork, like first fruits introducing the rest of the harvest he anticipates. (The word, [1, G1014] boulomai, means the affectionate desire and delight resolve of GOD. Truth, [2, G255] alethea, is from (G1 and G2990) a , a negative + lanthano, meaning hidden; that which is unveiled; the word of truth.) (The Mirror, with editing)
May the LORD prove his light within us.
No comments:
Post a Comment