James 1:14

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to James · 1st century AD · Brother of Jesus and leader of the church in Jerusalem

But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.

Context

12Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

13Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:

14But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.

15Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.

16Do not err, my beloved brethren.