New Testament · SCRIPTURE
James 3:15
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Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.
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This wisdom descendeth not from above, but [is] earthly, sensual, devilish.
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This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, sensual, and demonic.
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This wisdom is not [a wisdom] that cometh down from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.
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This is not the wisdom coming down from above, but [is] earthly, unspiritual, demonic.
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James 3
13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
14 But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth.
15 Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.
16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice.
17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
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