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Connecting Statement:
James reminds the believers who have fled that God does not cause temptation; he tells them how to avoid temptation.
Blessed is the man who endures testing
"The man who endures testing is fortunate" or "The man who endures testing is well off"
endures testing
remains faithful to God during hardships
passed the test
he has been approved by God
receive the crown of life
Eternal life is spoken of as if it were a wreath of leaves placed on the head of a victorious athlete. Alternate translation: "receive eternal life as his reward" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
has been promised to those who love God
This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "God has promised to those who love him" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)