James 1:6

However, let him ask in faith, with no doubting, because he who doubts is like a sea wave driven and tossed by the wind—

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In The King James Version

But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

In Context

5But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask from the giving God, who gives to all liberally and does not reproach, and it will be given to him.

7such a man should not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord,

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Cross References

Mark 11:22So in answer Jesus said to them: “Have faith in God.

1 Timothy 2:8So I desire that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or argument.

Hebrews 11:6Now without faith it is impossible to please Him, because the one approaching God must believe that He exists and that He becomes a rewarder of those who earnestly seek Him.

2 Peter 2:17These are waterless springs, clouds driven by a storm, for whom the blackest of the darkness has been reserved forever.

Matthew Henry on James 1:3-13

Necessity of Faith and Patience; Evil of Indecision. ( a. d. 61.) 2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. 4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. 5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea… Read the whole commentary →

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