James 2:3

Contemporary English Version 1995

You must not give the best seat to the one in fancy clothes and tell the one who is poor to stand at the side or sit on the floor.

Cross References

2 Corinthians 8:9

You know our Lord Jesus Christ treated us with undeserved grace by giving up all his riches, so you could become rich.

James 2:6

You mistreat the poor. But isn't it the rich who boss you around and drag you off to court?

Jude 1:16

These people grumble and complain and live by their own selfish desires. They brag about themselves and flatter others to get what they want.

Isaiah 65:5

And then they say to others, “Don't come near us! We're dedicated to God.” Such people are like smoke, irritating my nose all day.

Proverbs 18:23

The poor must beg for help, but the rich can give a harsh reply.

Luke 23:11

Herod and his soldiers made fun of Jesus and insulted him. They put a fine robe on him and sent him back to Pilate.

James 2:2

Suppose a rich person wearing fancy clothes and a gold ring comes to one of your meetings. And suppose a poor person dressed in worn-out clothes also comes.