Biblical Quote on Wealth and Consequences
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What is the consequence of not being patient and self-indulgent?

  • Being blessed by the Lord
  • Being judged by the Lord (correct)
  • Receiving the precious fruit of the earth
  • Having a steadfast heart

    • Who is the righteous person mentioned in the passage?

  • The harvester
  • The laborer who mowed the fields
  • The prophet who spoke in the name of the Lord (correct)
  • Job

    • What is the result of the prayer of faith?

  • The sick person will receive riches and wealth
  • The sick person will remain steadfast
  • The Lord will condemn the sick person
  • The Lord will raise him up and forgive his sins (correct)

    • Why should the brothers not swear?

    <p>So that they may not fall under condemnation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Lord mentioned in the passage?

    <p>To be compassionate and merciful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of not being patient and waiting for the coming of the Lord?

    <p>Being judged by the Lord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should the sick person call for prayer?

    <p>The elders of the church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the prophets mentioned in the passage?

    <p>They were steadfast and patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Warning to the Rich

    • Riches have rotted, and garments are moth-eaten, symbolizing the decay of wealth and material possessions.
    • Gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will serve as evidence against the rich and consume their flesh like fire.
    • The rich have laid up treasure in the last days, but their wealth will not bring them comfort.

    Exploitation of Laborers

    • Laborers who worked in the fields were not paid fairly, and their wages are crying out against the rich.
    • The cries of the harvesters have reached the Lord of hosts, indicating that God is aware of the injustice.

    Condemnation of the Rich

    • The rich have lived in luxury and self-indulgence, fattening their hearts in a day of slaughter.
    • They have condemned and murdered the righteous person, who does not resist them.

    Call to Patience

    • The brothers are called to be patient until the coming of the Lord, just like the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth.
    • The coming of the Lord is at hand, and the brothers should establish their hearts and not grumble against one another.

    Examples of Suffering and Patience

    • The prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord are examples of suffering and patience.
    • The steadfastness of Job is a notable example of remaining steadfast in the face of adversity.

    Principles of Living

    • The brothers are instructed not to swear, but to let their "yes" be yes and their "no" be no to avoid condemnation.

    The Prayer of Faith

    • Those who are suffering should pray, and those who are cheerful should sing praise.
    • The sick should call for the elders of the church, who will pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord.
    • The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise them up, forgiving their sins if they have committed any.

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    This passage from the Bible warns against the accumulation of wealth and the mistreatment of laborers. It highlights the consequences of greed and injustice.

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