James 5:12-14

Christian Standard Bible

Truthful Speech

¹² Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath.^(A) But let your “yes” mean “yes,” and your “no” mean “no,” so that you won’t fall under judgment.^[a]

Effective Prayer

¹³ Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises.^{(B) 14} Is anyone among you sick? He should call for the elders of the church, and they are to pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.^(C)