James 1:14
James 1:14 in Multiple Translations
But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed.
But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
but each man is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed.
But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire.
Temptations come from our own evil desires that lead us astray and entrap us.
But euery man is tempted, when hee is drawen away by his owne concupiscence, and is entised.
and each one is tempted, by his own desires being led away and enticed,
But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own lust and enticed.
But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed.
But every man is tempted by his own concupiscence, being drawn away and allured.
But people strongly desire to do evil [PRS] things, and as a result they are tempted by those desires {those desires stimulate them} to do something evil [PRS, DOU].
We do it to ourselves. Whenever we think about things we want for ourselves, and we don’t think about things God wants us to do, we just trick ourselves. Then we go ahead and do wrong things. You know, if we keep on doing those bad things, we will die.
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Study Notes — James 1:14
- Context
- Cross References
- James 1:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on James 1:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on James 1:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on James 1:14
- Trapp's Commentary on James 1:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on James 1:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on James 1:14
- Cambridge Bible on James 1:14
- Barnes' Notes on James 1:14
- Whedon's Commentary on James 1:14
- Sermons on James 1:14
Context — Good and Perfect Gifts
14But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed.
15Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. 16Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Mark 7:21–22 | For from within the hearts of men come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness. |
| 2 | Ephesians 4:22 | to put off your former way of life, your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; |
| 3 | Matthew 15:18 | But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these things defile a man. |
| 4 | Hebrews 3:13 | But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. |
| 5 | Romans 7:13 | Did that which is good, then, become death to me? Certainly not! But in order that sin might be exposed as sin, it produced death in me through what was good, so that through the commandment sin might become utterly sinful. |
| 6 | Proverbs 4:23 | Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life. |
| 7 | Isaiah 44:20 | He feeds on ashes. His deluded heart has led him astray, and he cannot deliver himself or say, “Is not this thing in my right hand a lie?” |
| 8 | James 4:1–2 | What causes conflicts and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from the passions at war within you? You crave what you do not have; you kill and covet, but are unable to obtain it. You quarrel and fight. You do not have, because you do not ask. |
| 9 | Matthew 5:28 | But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. |
| 10 | Genesis 6:5 | Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time. |
James 1:14 Summary
This verse, James 1:14, tells us that we are tempted because of our own evil desires, which can lure us away from God's will. It's like having a desire that grows and grows until it becomes too strong to resist, leading us to sin (as seen in James 1:15). To understand this, remember that God is not the one tempting us (James 1:13), but rather our own desires can lead us astray. By recognizing our own desires and weaknesses, we can begin to resist temptation and live a life that honors God, as encouraged in verses like 1 Corinthians 10:13.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the source of temptation according to James 1:14?
According to James 1:14, each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed, indicating that our own desires are the source of temptation, not God (as seen in James 1:13).
How does this verse relate to the concept of sin and death?
This verse is connected to the idea that sin leads to death, as seen in James 1:15, which states that after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death, a concept also found in Romans 6:23.
Can we blame God for our temptations?
No, according to James 1:13, God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone, so we should not blame Him for our temptations, but rather recognize our own role in giving in to evil desires (James 1:14).
How can we resist temptation according to the Bible?
While James 1:14 does not directly answer this question, other verses like 1 Corinthians 10:13 and Ephesians 6:10-18 provide guidance on resisting temptation through God's power and putting on the armor of God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some evil desires in my own heart that could be luring me away from God's will?
- How can I recognize when I am being enticed by my own desires, and what steps can I take to resist them?
- In what ways do my desires and actions have the potential to lead to sin and death, as described in James 1:15?
- What role does self-reflection and awareness play in recognizing and resisting the temptations that come from my own evil desires?
Gill's Exposition on James 1:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on James 1:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on James 1:14
Trapp's Commentary on James 1:14
Ellicott's Commentary on James 1:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on James 1:14
Cambridge Bible on James 1:14
Barnes' Notes on James 1:14
Whedon's Commentary on James 1:14
Sermons on James 1:14
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Principles of the Most Holy War by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive power of the tongue and the importance of refraining from engaging in harmful conversations. He highlights the need for holi |
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True Holiness by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing true holiness distinct from counterfeit or Old Testament holiness. It addresses the fear or lack of understanding of holiness a |
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Blood Covenant - Part 13 by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the presence and influence of the devil in the world. He explains that the devil operates in the air and on earth, seeking to devour those w |
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Overcome Sin by Anton Bosch | In this sermon, the speaker begins by explaining that they have started a new series on the book of Revelation in the adult Bible class. However, for the Sunday morning meeting, th |
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The Heart of the Matter by Don McClure | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the nature of the world and how it constantly tries to distract people from God. He emphasizes the temptation that is prevalent in society, p |
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Avoiding Sin's Sudden Traps by Mack Tomlinson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of David and Bathsheba from the Bible. David, while casually observing the sunset, sees Bathsheba and is immediately tempted by her |
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Conquered (A Message for Men) by Glenn Meldrum | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of being conquered by God. He emphasizes the importance of coming near to God and allowing Him to capture our hearts. The preache |







