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James 3:16 ยท KJV

"For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work."

King James Version

What does James 3:16 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

14But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.
15This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.
16For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.
17But 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.
18And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do envy and strife affect your relationships?

2

What does it mean for you to promote peace in your community?

3

When have you experienced confusion due to conflict?

Life Application

community

Actively seek to resolve conflicts and foster harmony in your relationships.

personal growth

Reflect on your motivations and seek to eliminate envy from your heart.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The wisdom from above reflects the character of Jesus, who embodies purity, peace, and mercy.

See also: Matthew 5:9

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