James 1:13

New Century Version

When people are tempted, they should not say, “God is tempting me.” Evil cannot tempt God, and God himself does not tempt anyone.

Cross References

Genesis 22:1

After these things God tested Abraham’s faith. God said to him, “Abraham!” And he answered, “Here I am.”

Genesis 3:12

The man said, “You gave this woman to me and she gave me fruit from the tree, so I ate it.”

Isaiah 63:17

Lord, why are you making us wander from your ways? Why do you make us stubborn so that we don’t honor you? For our sake come back to us, your servants, who belong to you.

Matthew 4:7

Jesus answered him, “It also says in the Scriptures, ‘Do not test the Lord your God.’ ”

James 1:12

When people are tempted and still continue strong, they should be happy. After they have proved their faith, God will reward them with life forever. God promised this to all those who love him.

James 1:14

But people are tempted when their own evil desire leads them away and traps them.

James 1:2

My brothers and sisters, when you have many kinds of troubles, you should be full of joy,