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James 1:17

17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

Cross References for James 1:17

Isaiah 60:19 - The sun will no more be your light by day, nor will the brightness of the moon shine on you, fo... Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:19 Click to read the verse Isaiah 60:19

John 1:9 - The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world. Click to read the verse John 1:9 Click to read the verse John 1:9

Isaiah 45:7 - I form the light and create darkness, I bring prosperity and create disaster; I, the Lord, do a... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:7

2 Corinthians 4:6 - For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to giv... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:6 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:6

1 John 1:5 - Walking in the Light This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is ligh... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:5 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:5

Deuteronomy 32:4 - He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wr... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:4 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:4

Job 25:3 - Can his forces be numbered? Upon whom does his light not rise? Click to read the verse Job 25:3 Click to read the verse Job 25:3

Deuteronomy 4:19 - And when you look up to the sky and see the sun, the moon and the stars—all the heavenly array—... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:19 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:19

Revelation 21:23 - The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light,... Click to read the verse Revelation 21:23 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:23

Revelation 1:4 - Greetings and Doxology John, To the seven churches in the province of Asia: Grace and peace to ... Click to read the verse Revelation 1:4 Click to read the verse Revelation 1:4

Romans 6:23 - For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Click to read the verse Romans 6:23 Click to read the verse Romans 6:23

Proverbs 19:14 - Houses and wealth are inherited from parents, but a prudent wife is from the Lord. Click to read the verse Proverbs 19:14 Click to read the verse Proverbs 19:14

Job 1:21 - and said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the L... Click to read the verse Job 1:21 Click to read the verse Job 1:21

1 John 1:7 - But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and th... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:7 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:7

Numbers 11:17 - I will come down and speak with you there, and I will take of the Spirit that is on you and put... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:17 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:17

Genesis 6:6 - The Lord was grieved that he had made man on the earth, and his heart was filled with pain. Click to read the verse Genesis 6:6 Click to read the verse Genesis 6:6

1 Samuel 15:29 - He who is the Glory of Israel does not lie or change his mind; for he is not a man, that he sho... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 15:29 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 15:29

Numbers 23:19 - God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a son of man, that he should change his mind. Does he... Click to read the verse Numbers 23:19 Click to read the verse Numbers 23:19

Malachi 3:6 - “I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed. Click to read the verse Malachi 3:6 Click to read the verse Malachi 3:6

Psalms 84:11 - For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he w... Click to read the verse Psalms 84:11 Click to read the verse Psalms 84:11

Jeremiah 32:40 - I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never stop doing good to them, and I will... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 32:40 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 32:40

Matthew 7:11 - If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more ... Click to read the verse Matthew 7:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 7:11

Isaiah 46:10 - I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say: My p... Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:10 Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:10

Psalms 122:6 - Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure. Click to read the verse Psalms 122:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 122:6

Hebrews 6:17 - Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:17 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:17

Daniel 6:26 - “I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people must fear and reverence the God of Da... Click to read the verse Daniel 6:26 Click to read the verse Daniel 6:26

Judges 11:11 - So Jephthah went with the elders of Gilead, and the people made him head and commander over the... Click to read the verse Judges 11:11 Click to read the verse Judges 11:11

Isaiah 28:26 - His God instructs him and teaches him the right way. Click to read the verse Isaiah 28:26 Click to read the verse Isaiah 28:26

2 Timothy 2:25 - Those who oppose him he must gently instruct, in the hope that God will grant them repentance l... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:25 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:25

Genesis 41:16 - “I cannot do it,” Joseph replied to Pharaoh, “but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires.” Click to read the verse Genesis 41:16 Click to read the verse Genesis 41:16

2 Corinthians 3:5 - Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence come... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 3:5 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 3:5

Acts 6:3 - Brothers, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We... Click to read the verse Acts 6:3 Click to read the verse Acts 6:3

Isaiah 46:4 - Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:4

Hebrews 13:8 - Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:8 Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:8

Ezra 7:27 - Praise be to the Lord, the God of our fathers, who has put it into the king’s heart to bring ho... Click to read the verse Ezra 7:27 Click to read the verse Ezra 7:27

John 19:11 - Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Theref... Click to read the verse John 19:11 Click to read the verse John 19:11

Psalms 85:12 - The Lord will indeed give what is good, and our land will yield its harvest. Click to read the verse Psalms 85:12 Click to read the verse Psalms 85:12

Acts 7:23 - “When Moses was forty years old, he decided to visit his fellow Israelites. Click to read the verse Acts 7:23 Click to read the verse Acts 7:23

Genesis 41:38-39 - So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, one in whom is the spirit of God?” Click to read the verse Genesis 41:38-39 Click to read the verse Genesis 41:38-39

1 Corinthians 4:7 - For who makes you different from anyone else? What do you have that you did not receive? And if... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:7

James 3:17 - But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, sub... Click to read the verse James 3:17 Click to read the verse James 3:17

John 8:12 - The Validity of Jesus’ Testimony When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light... Click to read the verse John 8:12 Click to read the verse John 8:12

Revelation 22:5 - There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, fo... Click to read the verse Revelation 22:5 Click to read the verse Revelation 22:5

Exodus 28:3 - Tell all the skilled men to whom I have given wisdom in such matters that they are to make garm... Click to read the verse Exodus 28:3 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:3

Proverbs 2:6 - For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. Click to read the verse Proverbs 2:6 Click to read the verse Proverbs 2:6

Exodus 31:3-6 - and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of... Click to read the verse Exodus 31:3-6 Click to read the verse Exodus 31:3-6

Exodus 35:30 - Bezalel and Oholiab Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the Lord has chosen Bezalel son of... Click to read the verse Exodus 35:30 Click to read the verse Exodus 35:30

John 3:27 - To this John replied, “A man can receive only what is given him from heaven. Click to read the verse John 3:27 Click to read the verse John 3:27

Exodus 35:31 - and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of... Click to read the verse Exodus 35:31 Click to read the verse Exodus 35:31

James 1:5 - If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding faul... Click to read the verse James 1:5 Click to read the verse James 1:5

Psalms 19:7 - The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, ma... Click to read the verse Psalms 19:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 19:7

Numbers 11:25 - Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke with him, and he took of the Spirit that was on ... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:25 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:25

Acts 5:31 - God exalted him to his own right hand as Prince and Savior that he might give repentance and fo... Click to read the verse Acts 5:31 Click to read the verse Acts 5:31

1 Chronicles 29:14 - “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Eve... Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 29:14 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 29:14

1 John 4:10 - This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrif... Click to read the verse 1 John 4:10 Click to read the verse 1 John 4:10

Romans 12:6-8 - We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. If a man’s gift is prophesying, let h... Click to read the verse Romans 12:6-8 Click to read the verse Romans 12:6-8

Titus 3:3-5 - At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions an... Click to read the verse Titus 3:3-5 Click to read the verse Titus 3:3-5

Luke 11:13 - If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more w... Click to read the verse Luke 11:13 Click to read the verse Luke 11:13

Job 23:13 - “But he stands alone, and who can oppose him? He does whatever he pleases. Click to read the verse Job 23:13 Click to read the verse Job 23:13

Ephesians 1:18 - I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18

Hosea 14:8 - O Ephraim, what more have I to do with idols? I will answer him and care for him. I am like a g... Click to read the verse Hosea 14:8 Click to read the verse Hosea 14:8

Psalms 119:176 - I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands. Click to read the verse Psalms 119:176 Click to read the verse Psalms 119:176

Daniel 2:27-30 - Daniel replied, “No wise man, enchanter, magician or diviner can explain to the king the myster... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:27-30 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:27-30

Daniel 2:22 - He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him. Click to read the verse Daniel 2:22 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:22

1 John 5:11-12 - And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Click to read the verse 1 John 5:11-12 Click to read the verse 1 John 5:11-12

Psalms 36:9 - For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. Click to read the verse Psalms 36:9 Click to read the verse Psalms 36:9

Ecclesiastes 3:14 - I know that everything God does will endure forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing tak... Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 3:14 Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 3:14

Psalms 102:27 - But you remain the same, and your years will never end. Click to read the verse Psalms 102:27 Click to read the verse Psalms 102:27

Hebrews 1:12 - You will roll them up like a robe; like a garment they will be changed. But you remain the same... Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:12 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:12

Daniel 2:21 - He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise an... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:21 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:21

Acts 11:18 - When they heard this, they had no further objections and praised God, saying, “So then, God has... Click to read the verse Acts 11:18 Click to read the verse Acts 11:18

Psalms 89:34 - I will not violate my covenant or alter what my lips have uttered. Click to read the verse Psalms 89:34 Click to read the verse Psalms 89:34

Ecclesiastes 2:19 - And who knows whether he will be a wise man or a fool? Yet he will have control over all the wo... Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 2:19 Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 2:19

1 Samuel 10:12 - A man who lived there answered, “And who is their father?” So it became a saying: “Is Saul also... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 10:12 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 10:12

James 3:15 - Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. Click to read the verse James 3:15 Click to read the verse James 3:15

1 Chronicles 29:19 - And give my son Solomon the wholehearted devotion to keep your commands, requirements and decre... Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 29:19 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 29:19

1 Chronicles 22:12 - May the Lord give you discretion and understanding when he puts you in command over Israel, so ... Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 22:12 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 22:12

2 Chronicles 1:11-12 - God said to Solomon, “Since this is your heart’s desire and you have not asked for wealth, rich... Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 1:11-12 Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 1:11-12

1 Kings 4:29 - Solomon’s Wisdom God gave Solomon wisdom and very great insight, and a breadth of understanding... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 4:29 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 4:29

Daniel 1:17 - To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and lea... Click to read the verse Daniel 1:17 Click to read the verse Daniel 1:17

Exodus 36:1-2 - 36 So Bezalel, Oholiab and every skilled person to whom the Lord has given skill and ability to... Click to read the verse Exodus 36:1-2 Click to read the verse Exodus 36:1-2

Psalms 87:7 - As they make music they will sing, “All my fountains are in you.” Click to read the verse Psalms 87:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 87:7

2 Corinthians 9:15 - Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 9:15 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 9:15

John 15:5 - “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fr... Click to read the verse John 15:5 Click to read the verse John 15:5

Hosea 13:14 - “I will ransom them from the power of the grave; I will redeem them from death. Where, O death,... Click to read the verse Hosea 13:14 Click to read the verse Hosea 13:14

Job 38:36 - Who endowed the heart with wisdom or gave understanding to the mind? Click to read the verse Job 38:36 Click to read the verse Job 38:36

Job 39:17 - for God did not endow her with wisdom or give her a share of good sense. Click to read the verse Job 39:17 Click to read the verse Job 39:17

Daniel 2:21-22 - He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise an... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:21-22 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:21-22

Isaiah 40:14 - Whom did the Lord consult to enlighten him, and who taught him the right way? Who was it that t... Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:14 Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:14

Job 28:12 - “But where can wisdom be found? Where does understanding dwell? Click to read the verse Job 28:12 Click to read the verse Job 28:12

Job 28:20 - “Where then does wisdom come from? Where does understanding dwell? Click to read the verse Job 28:20 Click to read the verse Job 28:20

Job 36:3 - I get my knowledge from afar; I will ascribe justice to my Maker. Click to read the verse Job 36:3 Click to read the verse Job 36:3

Matthew 11:25-26 - Rest for the Weary At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, be... Click to read the verse Matthew 11:25-26 Click to read the verse Matthew 11:25-26

Hebrews 1:11-12 - They will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment. Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:11-12 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:11-12

Genesis 1:14-15 - And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to separate the day from the night... Click to read the verse Genesis 1:14-15 Click to read the verse Genesis 1:14-15

Matthew 13:11-12 - He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but n... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11-12 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11-12

Ephesians 2:8 - For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the g... Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:8 Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:8

Matthew 19:17 - “Why do you ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. If you w... Click to read the verse Matthew 19:17 Click to read the verse Matthew 19:17

Mark 10:18 - “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. Click to read the verse Mark 10:18 Click to read the verse Mark 10:18

Luke 18:19 - “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. Click to read the verse Luke 18:19 Click to read the verse Luke 18:19

Exodus 4:11-12 - The Lord said to him, “Who gave man his mouth? Who makes him deaf or mute? Who gives him sight ... Click to read the verse Exodus 4:11-12 Click to read the verse Exodus 4:11-12

Matthew 21:3 - If anyone says anything to you, tell him that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right ... Click to read the verse Matthew 21:3 Click to read the verse Matthew 21:3

Ephesians 2:3-5 - All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our sinful nature and f... Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:3-5 Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:3-5

Ephesians 4:8-11 - This is why it says: “When he ascended on high, he led captives in his train and gave gifts to ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:8-11 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:8-11

2 Corinthians 5:18 - All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of r... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:18 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:18

Philippians 1:29 - For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suff... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:29 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:29

1 Thessalonians 3:12 - May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 3:12 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 3:12

Psalms 19:1-8 - Psalm 19 For the director of music. A psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; the... Click to read the verse Psalms 19:1-8 Click to read the verse Psalms 19:1-8

Genesis 1:2-5 - Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit... Click to read the verse Genesis 1:2-5 Click to read the verse Genesis 1:2-5

1 Corinthians 12:4-12 - There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:4-12 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:4-12

Romans 11:29-30 - for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. Click to read the verse Romans 11:29-30 Click to read the verse Romans 11:29-30