Account it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various trials,

Blessed is the man who endures trial, for when proved he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to those who love him.

But every one is tempted when he is drawn away by his desires, and enticed;

Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he offered up Isaac his son on the altar?

And in like manner also was not Rahab the harlot justified by works, when she received the messengers and sent them out another way?