James 1

Trials and Temptations

12 *4 Macc 9.8.God will bless you, if you don’t give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life,*1.12 a glorious life: The Greek text has "the crown of life." In ancient times an athlete who had won a contest was rewarded with a crown of flowers as a sign of victory. just as he rewards everyone who loves him.