(S) Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister[d] or judges them(T) speaks against the law(U) and judges it. James 4 Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? We’re going to start a business and make a lot of money.” You don’t know the first thing about tomorrow. Hit bottom, and cry your eyes out. In fact, if you know the right thing to do and don’t do it, that, for you. They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it deep inside yourselves. 4 What causes fights and quarrels(A) among you? Think again. Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? Purify your inner life. Do you think they just happen? 4 1 Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Do you think they just happen? (R), 11 Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. And do you suppose God doesn’t care? Because you know you’d be asking for what you have no right to. All rights reserved worldwide. Purify your inner life. 4-6 You’re cheating on God. (I) 5 Or do you think Scripture says without reason that he jealously longs for the spirit he has caused to dwell in us[b]? And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, “Today—at the latest, tomorrow—we’re off to such and such a city for the year. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. You’re spoiled children, each wanting your own way. (J) 6 But he gives us more grace. Quit dabbling in sin. (M) Wash your hands,(N) you sinners, and purify your hearts,(O) you double-minded. James 4:4-6 The Message (MSG) 4-6 You’re cheating on God. The fun and games are over. Think again. 4 1-2 Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Because you know you’d be asking for what you have no right to. God is in charge of deciding human destiny. You’re supposed to be honoring the Message, not writing graffiti all over it. 13-15 And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, “Today—at the latest, tomorrow—we’re off to such and such a city for the year. God is in charge of deciding human destiny. (C) You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you’ll get on your feet. All such vaunting self-importance is evil. Do you think they just happen? All such vaunting self-importance is evil. God is in charge of deciding human destiny. (Y), 13 Now listen,(Z) you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.”(AA) 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it deep inside yourselves. It’s God’s Word, his Message, his Royal Rule, that takes a beating in that kind of talk. Don’t they come from your desires that battle(B) within you? And do you suppose God doesn’t care? When you judge the law, you are not keeping it,(V) but sitting in judgment on it. Think again. 7-10 So let God work his will in you. In fact, if you know the right thing to do and don’t do it, that, for you, is evil. $3.99 a month puts a library of commentaries, study notes, and Greek & Hebrew language tools right in your pocket. Say a quiet. Quit dabbling in sin. (Q) 10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. An allusion to covenant unfaithfulness; see Hosea 3:1. As it is, you are full of your grandiose selves. Say a quiet yes to God and he’ll be there in no time. And why not? They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it deep inside yourselves. The fun and games are over. You lust for what you don’t have and are willing to kill to get it. You’re nothing but a … The proverb has it that “he’s a fiercely jealous lover.” And what he gives in love is far better than anything else you’ll find. Get serious, really serious. You’re nothing but a wisp of fog, catching a brief bit of sun before disappearing. You want what isn’t yours and will risk violence to get your hands on it. to God and he’ll be there in no time. 2 You desire but do not have, so you kill. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. Think again. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. (P) 9 Grieve, mourn and wail. James 4 The Message Bible << James 3 | James 4 | James 5 >> Friendship with the World. James 4 1 What causes fights and quarrels among you? (AD) 17 If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.(AE). If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way. You’re spoiled children, each wanting your own way. The Message ... It’s God’s Word, his Message, his Royal Rule, that takes a beating in that kind of talk. It’s common knowledge that “God goes against the willful proud; God gives grace to the willing humble.”. 2-3 You wouldn’t think of just asking God for it, would you? If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way. All such boasting is evil. 4-6 You’re cheating on God. We’re going to start a business and make a lot of money.” You don’t know the first thing about tomorrow. (AB) 15 Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will,(AC) we will live and do this or that.” 16 As it is, you boast in your arrogant schemes. It’s God’s Word, his Message, his Royal Rule, that takes a beating in that kind of talk. It’s common knowledge that “God goes against the willful proud; God gives grace to the willing humble.”, So let God work his will in you. Do you think they just happen? Instead, make it a habit to say, “If the Master wills it and we’re still alive, we’ll do this or that.”. The proverb has it that “he’s a fiercely jealous lover.” And what he gives in love is far better than anything else you’ll find. 11-12 Don’t bad-mouth each other, friends. Copyright © 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. You’re supposed to be honoring the Message, not writing graffiti all over it. $3.99 a month puts a library of commentaries, study notes, and Greek & Hebrew language tools right in your pocket. 4 1-2 Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Who do you think you are to meddle in the destiny of others? Who do you think you are to meddle in the destiny of others? They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it deep inside yourselves. Think again. What is your life? 4 You adulterous(F) people,[a] don’t you know that friendship with the world(G) means enmity against God? Or do you think Scripture says without reason that he jealously longs for the spirit he has caused to … You lust for what you don't have and are willin... Read verse in The Message Bible 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. You’re supposed to be honoring the Message, not writing graffiti all over it. You’re nothing but a wisp of fog, catching a brief bit of sun before disappearing. Get serious, really serious. 12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge,(W) the one who is able to save and destroy. You’re cheating on God. 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 Eugene H. Peterson by NavPress Publishing. Who do you think you are to meddle in the destiny of others? Don’t bad-mouth each other, friends. Do you think they just happen? And why not? You want what isn’t yours and will risk violence to get your hands on it. James 4 / James 4:4 4 You're cheating on God. Instead, make it a habit to say, “If the Master wills it and we’re still alive, we’ll do this or that.”. Resist the devil,(L) and he will flee from you. 13-15 And now I have a word for you who brashly announce, “Today—at the latest, tomorrow—we’re off to such and such a city for the year. You lust for what you don’t have and are willing to kill to get it. 16-17 As it is, you are full of your grandiose selves. Get down on your knees before the Master; it’s the only way you’ll get on your feet. Quit playing the field. 2 You desire but do not have, so you kill. Hit bottom, and cry your eyes out. We’re going to start a business and make a lot of money.” You don’t know the first thing about tomorrow. If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way. You do not have because you do not ask God. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud    but shows favor to the humble.”[c](K), 7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. 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