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James 1:18
He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we would be a kind of firstfruits of His creation.
James 1:18 · Berean Standard Bible
James 1:18 in other translations
Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
Of his own will he gave birth to us by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of first fruits of his creatures.
Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of first fruits of his creatures.
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In context
15 Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.
16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers.
17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.
18 He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we would be a kind of firstfruits of His creation.
19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
20 for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.
21 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls.
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