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VerseD: James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger

James 1:19, CSB

God is in control and cares for us, so we are empowered to be like Him with others and even ourselves: more patient, more willing to listen, desiring to love before we react.

VerseD: James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry

James 1:19, NIV‬

We are created in God’s image, so let us follow Christ’s example of listening, asking questions, and only then offering advice or insight, honoring the image of God in each of us.

VerseD: James 1:19

Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger

James‬ ‭1:19‬, ‭ESV‬

In such a divided world, let us follow the example of God: listen well, and respond as necessary in wisdom. We don’t need to answer everything, just be faithful to our gracious Lord.

VerseD: James 1:19

This you know, my beloved brethren. But everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger;
James 1:19, NASB

As some say, “Listen twice, speak once.” Put another way, be patient. Maybe walk a mile in their shoes. As Jesus did, foregoing anger against those who revile Him to offer forgiveness.