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1 | Various Questions on James 1:9-12 | NT general Archive 1 | Morant61 | 101890 | ||
Greetings Pam! I appreciate the kind words. I hope you enjoy the books. Allow me to attempt to respond to your questions. 1) James 1:9-11: As I understand the passage, James is calling for balance in one's view of one's self. The lowly should look to who they are in Christ. There is an equality in Christ that is not found in society. So, those who are lowly should not despise themselves, but consider their position in Christ. Conversely, those who are 'high' in terms of the world, should consider their frailty. According to v. 11, all that he has will pass away in due time. So, in summary, James is advocating a balanced view of one's self. 2) James 1:12: I actually studied the crowns a few years ago. My personal view is that there are really only two crowns. The crown of life which all believers will receive and the martyrs crown which only those who have died for their faith will receive. In terms of the three options listed, I really don't agree with any of them completely. I don't see the Crown of Life as being eternal life, but rather, the symbol of victory which every believer will receive. In other words, James isn't saying, "Finish the race and you will get eternal life". Rather, he is saying, "Finish the race and you will get a symbol of your victory'. I don't know if that made sense or not! :-) Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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2 | Various questions on James 1:9-12 | NT general Archive 1 | Pam D | 101904 | ||
Dear Tim, I think I understand what you are saying about vs 9-11, that Jesus puts all BELIEVERS, the rich and poor alike on equal footing so to speak because of their positions in Jesus. So don't trust in your social position or wealth. But I still don’t get what these verses are saying. Vs 9 - Is the high position of the poor brother his position in Christ? Vs 10 - Is the rich man saved? If so, is his low position the fact that he is not saved? Also it seems to be saying that HE, himself, will pass away not his stuff. I noticed that the NIV translates verse 10 very differently from the NASB. The NASB translates the verb as “Let” rather than “should”. NIV “But the one who is rich SHOULD take pride in his low position, because HE will pass away like a wild flower.” NASB “and LET the rich man glory in his humiliation, because like the flowering grass HE will pass away.” Does the translation make a difference in how we should understand this verse? Also, I'm not sure I get what you mean by a "Symbol of victory". Crowns are rewards for our service to Jesus, right? Thanks so much for taking the time to answer my questions. Blessings, Pam |
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3 | Various questions on James 1:9-12 | NT general Archive 1 | EdB | 101949 | ||
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