James 1:2

Good News Translation (US Version)

My friends, consider yourselves fortunate when all kinds of trials come your way,

Cross References

James 1:12

Happy are those who remain faithful under trials, because when they succeed in passing such a test, they will receive as their reward the life which God has promised to those who love him.

Philippians 1:29

For you have been given the privilege of serving Christ, not only by believing in him, but also by suffering for him.

2 Peter 2:9

And so the Lord knows how to rescue godly people from their trials and how to keep the wicked under punishment for the Day of Judgment,

Colossians 1:24

And now I am happy about my sufferings for you, for by means of my physical sufferings I am helping to complete what still remains of Christ's sufferings on behalf of his body, the church.

Revelation 2:10

Don't be afraid of anything you are about to suffer. Listen! The Devil will put you to the test by having some of you thrown into prison, and your troubles will last ten days. Be faithful to me, even if it means death, and I will give you life as your prize of victory.

Acts 5:41

As the apostles left the Council, they were happy, because God had considered them worthy to suffer disgrace for the sake of Jesus.

Hebrews 10:34

You shared the sufferings of prisoners, and when all your belongings were seized, you endured your loss gladly, because you knew that you still possessed something much better, which would last forever.

Philippians 2:17

Perhaps my life's blood is to be poured out like an offering on the sacrifice that your faith offers to God. If that is so, I am glad and share my joy with you all.

Romans 5:3

We also boast of our troubles, because we know that trouble produces endurance,

James 1:16

Do not be deceived, my dear friends!

James 1:19

Remember this, my dear friends! Everyone must be quick to listen, but slow to speak and slow to become angry.

James 5:11

We call them happy because they endured. You have heard of Job's patience, and you know how the Lord provided for him in the end. For the Lord is full of mercy and compassion.

Philippians 2:18

In the same way, you too must be glad and share your joy with me.