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# Connecting Statement:
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James changes topics from a rebuke of the rich people to an exhortation to the believers.
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# General Information:
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In closing, James reminds the believers about the Lord's coming and gives several short lessons on how to live for the Lord.
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# So be patient
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"Because of this, wait and be calm"
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# until the Lord's coming
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This phrase refers to the return of Jesus, when he will begin his kingdom on the earth and judge all people. AT: "until Christ's return" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
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# the farmer
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James makes an analogy using farmers and believers to teach what it means to be patient. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
# Make your hearts strong
James is equating the believers' hearts to their will to remain committed. AT: "Stay committed" or "Keep your faith strong" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
# the Lord's coming is near
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"the Lord will return soon"
# translationWords
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/brother]]
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* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/lord]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/harvest]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/heart]]