James 1:13

God's Word

When someone is tempted, he shouldn’t say that God is tempting him. God can’t be tempted by evil, and God doesn’t tempt anyone.

Cross References

Genesis 22:1

Later God tested Abraham and called to him, “Abraham!” “Yes, here I am!” he answered.

Genesis 3:12

The man answered, “That woman, the one you gave me, gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

Isaiah 63:17

O Lord, why do you let us wander from your ways and become so stubborn that we are unable to fear you? Return for the sake of your servants. They are the tribes that belong to you.

Matthew 4:7

Jesus said to him, “Again, Scripture says, ‘Never tempt the Lord your God.’ ”

James 1:12

Blessed are those who endure when they are tested. When they pass the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

James 1:14

Everyone is tempted by his own desires as they lure him away and trap him.

James 1:2

My brothers and sisters, be very happy when you are tested in different ways.