James 1:9 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

But the person [who must live] in humble circumstances should be happy over being lifted up [spiritually by God].

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Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:

Let the brother in humble circumstances glory in his elevation [as a Christian, called to the true riches and to be an heir of God],

But let the brother of low degree glory in his high estate:

Brothers and sisters who are poor should find satisfaction in their high status.

Now a humble brother should glory in his exaltation,

But let the brother of low condition glory in his exaltation: