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NASB | James 1:5 ¶ But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | James 1:5 ¶ If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to everyone generously and without rebuke or blame, and it will be given to him. |
Bible Question:
I propose the following to those who would willingly undertake an experiment here, to explore a different way of interacting: Instead of answering a question with a combination of scripture verses and commentary, either one's own or from other sources, answer in verse only. That is, nothing but scripture would appear in your response, period. This should be sufficient, since "all Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work". (1Tim3:16,17), and in Luke 24:45, Jesus "...opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures", and in James 1:5, we are instructed "if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." We need not interject our limited understandings, personal insights and experiences, historical analyses or applications….that is, God will take of what we might otherwise presume to undertake. So, if you are willing to try something different, for this thread and only this thread, either 1) ask a question, or 2) post a response containing scripture and nothing but scripture. Of course, a response to a response would likewise follow this pattern. When asking a question, try to limit the setup for the question so as not to introducde too many ideas at once. For example, if you have concerns about this approach, please demonstrate it rather than explain it by quoting a verse that supports your concern, but let the verse speak for itself without extraneous input or explanation. You got game? Parable |
Bible Answer: Scripture ... Luk 24:25-27, 44-49, Jhn 20:9-10, Jam 1:2-8 ... God's day to you, Parable, If you read James 1:5, in its CONTEXT (at least vv 2-8), it is not about general wisdom, but specific wisdom for endurance in trials. CONTEXT is important in Luke 24:45, too (vv 44-49). The 11 didn't understand yet (John 20:9-10). He did it earlier (Luk 24:25-27). Searcher |