James: A Chapter-by-Chapter Summary

Read James one chapter at a time, following what happens and why it matters.

About JamesPermalink

James gives wisdom for wholehearted faith, testing, speech, justice, humility, patience, and prayer.

Testament

New Testament

Genre

General epistle / wisdom

Chapters

5

Chapter index

James, chapter by chapterPermalink

Choose a chapter to open the complete summary, meaning, and key verse.

01

Wholehearted faithPermalink

James 1–2 · Trials, obedience, mercy, and faith with works

• Chapter 1 →
• Chapter 2 →

02

Wisdom in practicePermalink

James 3–5 · Speech, humility, wealth, patience, and prayer

• Chapter 3 →
• Chapter 4 →
• Chapter 5 →

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