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# Connecting Statement:
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James reminds the believers who have fled that God does not cause temptation; he tells them how to avoid temptation.
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# Blessed is the man who endures testing
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"The man who endures testing is fortunate" or "The man who endures testing is well off"
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# endures testing
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remains faithful to God during hardships
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# passed the test
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he has been approved by God
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# receive the crown of life
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Eternal life is spoken of as if it were a wreath of leaves placed on the head of a victorious athlete. Alternate translation: "receive eternal life as his reward" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor]])
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# has been promised to those who love God
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This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "God has promised to those who love him" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive]])
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