James 3:13

Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.

Cross References (44)

  • Galatians 5:23 (62)

    gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

  • James 3:17 (55)

    But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit,

  • Matthew 5:5 (44)

    Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

  • Colossians 3:12 (26)

    Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentl

  • 1 Peter 2:12 (23)

    Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good

  • Titus 3:2 (19)

    to malign no one, and to be peaceable and gentle, showing full consideration to everyone.

  • 2 Timothy 2:25 (18)

    He must gently reprove those who oppose him, in the hope that God may grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of th

  • Philippians 1:27 (18)

    Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only he

  • 1 Peter 3:15–16 (17)

    But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for

  • 1 Timothy 6:11 (16)

    But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentle

  • Ecclesiastes 8:1 (15)

    Who is like the wise man? Who knows the interpretation of a matter? A man’s wisdom brightens his face, and the sternness

  • James 2:18 (14)

    But someone will say, “You have faith and I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith

  • James 1:21 (13)

    Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can

  • 1 Peter 2:9 (12)

    But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtu

  • 1 Timothy 4:12 (12)

    Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.

  • Matthew 11:29 (11)

    Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

  • Job 28:28 (11)

    And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”

  • Psalms 107:43 (11)

    Let him who is wise pay heed to these things and consider the loving devotion of the LORD.

  • Daniel 2:21 (11)

    He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to th

  • 2 Corinthians 10:1 (10)

    Now by the mildness and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am humble when face to face with you, but bol

  • Galatians 6:4 (10)

    Each one should test his own work. Then he will have reason to boast in himself alone, and not in someone else.

  • 2 Corinthians 8:24 (9)

    In full view of the churches, then, show these men the proof of your love and the reason for our boasting about you.

  • Psalms 149:4 (9)

    For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.

  • Matthew 21:5 (9)

    “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donk

  • Galatians 6:1 (9)

    Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But

  • 1 Peter 3:1–2 (9)

    Wives, in the same way, submit yourselves to your husbands, so that even if they refuse to believe the word, they will b

  • Psalms 45:4 (9)

    In your splendor ride forth in victory on behalf of truth and humility and justice; may your right hand show your awesom

  • Ephesians 4:2 (9)

    with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

  • Isaiah 61:1 (9)

    The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to

  • Zephaniah 2:3 (9)

    Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you wil

  • Isaiah 11:3–4 (9)

    And He will delight in the fear of the LORD. He will not judge by what His eyes see, and He will not decide by what His

  • James 3:1 (9)

    Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.

  • Jeremiah 9:12 (9)

    Who is the man wise enough to understand this? To whom has the mouth of the LORD spoken, that he may explain it? Why is

  • Numbers 12:3 (9)

    Now Moses was a very humble man, more so than any man on the face of the earth.

  • Psalms 25:9 (8)

    He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way.

  • Ecclesiastes 8:5 (8)

    Whoever keeps his command will come to no harm, and a wise heart knows the right time and procedure.

  • 1 Peter 3:4 (8)

    but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God

  • Jeremiah 9:23 (8)

    This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealt

  • 1 Corinthians 6:5 (8)

    I say this to your shame. Is there really no one among you wise enough to arbitrate between his brothers?

  • 2 Chronicles 2:12–13 (8)

    And Hiram added: “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who made the heavens and the earth! He has given King David a

  • Matthew 7:24 (8)

    Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.

  • Isaiah 60:6 (8)

    Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold an

  • Isaiah 29:19 (6)

    The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

  • Hebrews 13:5 (6)

    Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you