en_tn_condensed/jas/01/12.md

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/jit/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/jit/figs-activepassive)