^{7 Ref} Go on waiting calmly, my brothers, till the coming of the Lord, like the farmer waiting for the good fruit of the earth till the early and late rains have come.

^{8 Ref} Be as calm in your waiting; let your hearts be strong: because the coming of the Lord is near.

^{9 Ref} Say no hard things against one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged; see, the judge is waiting at the doors.

^{7 Ref} Be patient therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient over it, until it receives the early and late rain.

^{8 Ref} You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.

^{9 Ref} Don't grumble, brothers, against one another, so that you won't be judged. Behold, the judge stands at the door.