New Testament · SCRIPTURE
James 3:16
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For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice.
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For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work.
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For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed.
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For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed.
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For where jealousy and self-interest [are], there [are] disorder and every evil thing.
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James 3
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.
18 Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness.
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