James 1:14 bbe — But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire.

Bible in Basic English

"But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire."

— James 1:14, Bible in Basic English

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James 1 — Context

11

For when the sun comes up with its burning heat, the grass gets dry and the grace of its form is gone with the falling flower; so the man of wealth comes to nothing in his ways.

12

There is a blessing on the man who undergoes testing; because, if he has God's approval, he will be given the crown of life, which the Lord has said he will give to those who have love for him.

13

Let no man say when he is tested, I am tested by God; for it is not possible for God to be tested by evil, and he himself puts no man to such a test:

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But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire.

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Then when its time comes, desire gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is of full growth, gives birth to death.

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Do not be turned from the right way, dear brothers.

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Every good and true thing is given to us from heaven, coming from the Father of lights, with whom there is no change or any shade made by turning.

James 1:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does James 1:14 say?
James 1:14 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire.”
Where is James 1:14 in the Bible?
James 1:14 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James, chapter 1, verse 14.
Who wrote James?
James is traditionally attributed to James, half-brother of Jesus, leader of the Jerusalem church. It was written c. AD 44–49.
What is the book of James about?
James is the New Testament's closest cousin to Old-Testament wisdom literature — pungent, practical, and uncompromising. Faith without works is dead. The tongue is a fire. The prayers of a righteous man avail much. It calls Christians to walk their talk.
What are the major themes of James?
James explores themes including Faith and Works, Wisdom, Speech, Suffering, Prayer. These themes shape the meaning and context of James 1:14.
What translation should I read James 1:14 in?
James 1:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize James 1:14?
James 1:14 reads (BBE): “But every man is tested when he is turned out of the right way by the attraction of his desire.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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