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