James 5:9 Meaning
Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth before the door.
Context Explained
7Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.
8Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.
9Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth before the door.
10Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience.
11Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy.
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Related Cross References
Matthew 7:1
Both verses warn against judgment and emphasize the importance of forgiveness in community.
Colossians 3:13
This verse encourages believers to forgive one another, resonating with the message in James.
Romans 14:10
This verse reminds believers that they will stand before God's judgment, echoing James' warning.
Source: James 5:9