4 Bible Verses about Exemplified
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Be followers (imitators) of me, even as I also am of Christ.
For this you were called because Christ also suffered for you. He left you an example (a copy for imitation) (a model) that you should follow in his steps.
All the Jews know the way I first lived as a youth among my own nation at Jerusalem.
From Thematic Bible
Access to God » Exemplified
Moses alone may come near Jehovah. The others may not. The people must not come along with Moses.
Moses cut two more stone tablets. Early the next morning he carried them up Mount Sinai, just as Jehovah commanded. Jehovah came down in a cloud and stood with him as Moses called upon the name of Jehovah! Jehovah then passed in front of him and called out: I, Jehovah, am a God who is full of compassion and pity. I am not easily angered and show great love and faithfulness. read more.
I keep my promise for thousands of generations and forgive evil and sin. But I will not fail to punish children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generation for the sins of their fathers.
Adoption » Exemplified
He told me: 'Your son Solomon will build my Temple and my courtyards because I have chosen him to be my son. I will be his father.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Israel
Learn this lesson by heart: Jehovah your God disciplined you like parents discipline their children.
He humbled you (allowed you to suffer) with hunger and then fed you with manna. Neither you nor your fathers had seen this before. He did this to teach you that a person cannot live on bread alone but must live on all (everything) (every word) that proceeds from the mouth of Jehovah.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Joseph
Dear brothers, do not be sad or angry with yourselves that you sold me. God sent me ahead of you to save lives.
God sent me ahead of you to make sure that you would have descendants on the earth, and to save your lives in an amazing way. It was not you who sent me here, but God. He has made me like a father to Pharaoh. He made me lord over his entire household, and ruler of Egypt.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » hezekiah
But Hezekiah was conceited. So he did not repay Jehovah for his kindness. Jehovah became angry with him, with Judah, and with Jerusalem. Hezekiah and the people living in Jerusalem humbled themselves when they realized they had become conceited. Thus Jehovah did not vent his anger on them during Hezekiah's time.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Manasseh
When he experienced distress, he begged Jehovah his God to be kind and humbled himself in front of the God of his ancestors.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
They said to one another: Truly we are guilty concerning our brother, because we saw his distress when he pleaded with us, yet we would not listen. Therefore this distress has come upon us.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Josiah
You had a change of heart and humbled yourself in front of Jehovah when you heard my words against this place and those who live here. I said that those who live here would be destroyed and cursed. You also tore your clothes in distress and cried in front of me. So I will listen to you,' declares Jehovah.
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Prodigal son
Father, the son said: 'I have sinned against God and against you. I am not fit to be called your son.'
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Jonah
My life was leaving me and I remembered Jehovah! My prayer came to you, into your Holy Temple.
Afflictions of the The Wicked » Exemplified
If you do not, he will send his worst plagues to strike you, your officials, and everyone else in your country. Then you will find out that no one can oppose Jehovah.
Just before dawn, Jehovah looked down from the column of fire and smoke and threw the Egyptian camp into a panic. He made the wheels of their chariots come off. They could hardly move. Then the Egyptians shouted: Let us get out of here! Jehovah is fighting for Israel! He is against us!
Afflictions of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Uzziah
Uzziah held an incense burner in his hand. He became angry. As his anger with the priests grew, a skin disease broke out on his forehead. This happened in front of the priests in Jehovah's Temple as Uzziah was at the incense altar. When the chief priest Azariah and all the priests turned toward him, a skin disease was on his forehead. They rushed him away. Uzziah was in a hurry to get out because Jehovah had inflicted him with the disease. King Uzziah had a skin disease until the day he died. Since he had a skin disease, he lived in a separate house and was barred from Jehovah's Temple. His son Jotham was in charge of the royal palace and governed the country.
Afflictions of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Ahaziah
The country of Moab rebelled against Israel after the death of King Ahab of Israel. King Ahaziah of Israel fell off the balcony on the roof of his palace in Samaria and was seriously injured. He sent some messengers and said to them: Go to consult Baalzebub, the god of the Philistine city of Ekron, to find out whether or not I will recover from this. Jehovah's angel commanded Elijah, the prophet from Tishbe, Go and meet the messengers of King Ahaziah. Ask them: 'Why are you going to consult Baalzebub, the god of Ekron? Do you think there is no god in Israel?' read more.
Tell the king Jehovah says: 'You will not recover from your injuries. You will in fact die!' Elijah did as Jehovah commanded.
Afflictions of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Gehazi
Naaman's leprosy will come upon you. You and your descendants will have it from generation to generation! When Gehazi left, he had the disease. His skin was as white as snow.
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Exemplified
After this, King Jehoshaphat of Judah allied himself with King Ahaziah of Israel, who led him to do evil. Jehoshaphat joined him in making ships to go to Tarshish. They made the ships in Ezion Geber. Eliezer was the son of Dodavahu from Mareshah. He prophesied against Jehoshaphat. He said: Jehovah will destroy your work because you have allied yourself with Ahaziah. The ships were wrecked and could not go to Tarshish.
A prophet, Jehu son of Hanani, went to meet the king. He said to him: Do you think it is right to help those who are wicked and to take the side of those who hate Jehovah? What you have done has brought Jehovah's anger upon you.
He asked: Will you go with me to attack Ramoth? Jehoshaphat replied: I am ready when you are. My army is ready. We will join you.
Solomon loved many women. They were of the Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, Zidonians, and Hittites. Jehovah warned the children of Israel about these nations. He said: You are not to take wives from them and they are not to take wives from you. They will certainly turn your hearts to go after their gods. Solomon loved his wives anyway. He had seven hundred wives, daughters of kings, and three hundred other wives. His wives influenced his heart to turn away. read more.
When Solomon was old he allowed his heart to be turned away to other gods by his wives. His heart was no longer true to Jehovah his God as the heart of his father David had been. Solomon went after Ashtoreth, the goddess of the Zidonians, and Milcom, the disgusting god of the Ammonites. Solomon did evil in the eyes of Jehovah. He did not walk in Jehovah's ways with all his heart as David his father did. Then Solomon put up a high place for Chemosh, the disgusting god of Moab, in the mountain near Jerusalem. And for Molech, the disgusting god worshipped by the children of Ammon. He did likewise for all his strange wives, who made offerings with burning of perfumes to their gods.
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Exemplified » Judas iscariot
Then Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, went to the chief priests. He asked them: What are you willing to give me to deliver him to you? They paid him thirty pieces of silver. He continued to seek opportunity to turn him over to them.
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Exemplified » Rehoboam
But he paid no attention to the opinion of the elders. He went to the young men who were his advisors: What is your opinion? He asked: What answer are we to give to this people? They want me to lighten the burdens placed on them by my father.
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Exemplified » Israel
You brought godless foreigners into my holy place. You dishonored my temple when you offered fat and blood to me. You rejected my promise so that you could do all your disgusting things.
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Exemplified » israelites
After these things were done, the captains came to me and said: The people of Israel and the priests and Levites have not kept themselves separate from the people of the lands. They have taken part in the disgusting ways of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Jebusites, the Ammonites, the Moabites, the Egyptians, and the Amorites. They have taken their daughters as wives for themselves and for their sons. They have mingled the holy race with peoples around them. In fact the leaders and officials were first to do this evil.
Ambition » Exemplified » AntiChrist
He opposes and exalts himself above every so-called god and object of worship. As a result, he seats himself in the sanctuary of God and declares (promotes) himself to be like God. (Ezekiel 28:2)
Ambition » Exemplified » Sons of zebedee
What is your desire? he asked. She said to him: Let my two sons be seated, the one at your right hand, and the other at your left, in your kingdom.
Ambition » Exemplified » Adam and eve
God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened. Then you will be like God, knowing good and evil. When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.
Ambition » Exemplified » Sennacherib
You defy Jehovah and through your servants you say: 'With my many chariots I ride up the high mountains, up the slopes of Lebanon. I cut down its tallest cedars and its finest cypresses. I travel to its most distant borders and its most fertile forests.
Ambition » Exemplified » Shebna
What right do you have here? Who are your relatives here that you have cut out a tomb here for yourself, cutting a tomb on the height, and carving a habitation for yourself in the rock?
Ambition » Exemplified » Builders of babel
Then they said: Let us build ourselves a city, with a lofty tower that reaches into space, so that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered over the face of the whole earth.
Ambition » Exemplified » Miriam and aaron
They asked: Did Jehovah speak only through Moses? Did he not also speak through us? Jehovah heard their complaint.
Ambition » Exemplified » Korah, &c
They came together to confront Moses and Aaron. They said: You have gone far enough! Everyone in the whole congregation is holy. Jehovah is among them. Why do you set yourselves above Jehovah's assembly?
Ambition » Exemplified » Diotrephes
I wrote something to the congregation. But Diotrephes, who loves to have the preeminence among them, did not receive us.
Apostates » Exemplified
After Amaziah came back from defeating the Edomites, he brought the gods of the people of Seir, set them up as his gods, bowed down to them, and burned sacrifices to them.
Amaziah turned away from Jehovah. So conspirators in Jerusalem plotted against him. Amaziah fled to Lachish, but they sent men to Lachish after him and killed him there.
Apostates » Exemplified » Hymeneus and alexander
Keep the faith and maintain a good conscience! Some have rejected these things and have suffered shipwreck to their faith. Among these are Hymenaeus and Alexander. I handed them over to Satan, so that they will be taught not to blaspheme.
Apostates » Exemplified » Professed disciples
After this many of his disciples returned to their old ways. They did not walk with him anymore.
Assurance » Exemplified
It is for this reason that I suffer these things. But I am still full of confidence, because I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to keep safe until that day what he has entrusted to me.
The Lord will deliver me from every evil work. He will save me to his heavenly kingdom. To him is the glory forever and ever. Amen.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for you are with me. Your rod and your staff they comfort me.
You will guide me with your counsel, and afterward you give me honor (glory). Who have I in heaven but you? I desire none on earth except you. My flesh and my heart fail: God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever.
Assurance » Saints privileged to have » Exemplified » By david
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for you are with me. Your rod and your staff they comfort me.
You will guide me with your counsel, and afterward you give me honor (glory). Who have I in heaven but you? I desire none on earth except you. My flesh and my heart fail: God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever.
Assurance » Saints privileged to have » Exemplified » By paul
It is for this reason that I suffer these things. But I am still full of confidence, because I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to keep safe until that day what he has entrusted to me.
The Lord will deliver me from every evil work. He will save me to his heavenly kingdom. To him is the glory forever and ever. Amen.
Backsliding » Exemplified
But they were hard-hearted, and went against your authority. They turned their backs on your law, and murdered your prophets. These prophets gave witness against them with the purpose of turning them back again to you. They did much to make you angry.
They have already turned from the way I commanded them to live. They made a statue of a calf for themselves. They have bowed down to it and offered sacrifices to it. They said: Israel, here is your god who brought you out of Egypt.'
Jehovah said to me: Treacherous Judah was more reprehensible than unfaithful Israel.
For Israel behaved stubbornly like a stubborn heifer. Will Jehovah now feed them as a lamb in a large place.
Backsliding » Exemplified » Peter
In front of everybody, he replied: I do not know what you are talking about. When he reached the gate, another saw him and said: This man was with Jesus the Nazarene. Again he denied with an oath: I have no knowledge of the man. read more.
A few moments later, those who were near approached and said to Peter: Indeed, you are one of them, because the way you speak gives you away. Then with curses and oaths he said: I do not know the man! And immediately a rooster crowed.
Backsliding » Exemplified » saul
I am sorry that I made Saul king. He has turned away from me and disobeyed my commands. Samuel was angry. All night long he pleaded with Jehovah.
Being Devoted to God » Exemplified » Timothy
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you shortly that I may be encouraged when I know your circumstances. For I have no man likeminded, who will truly care for you. They all seek their own interest and not the things of Jesus Christ. read more.
But you know of his proven worth. It was like a son with his father that he served with me to further the good news.
Being Devoted to God » Exemplified » Epaphroditus
because for the work of Christ he came near to death, risking his life to supply that which was lacking in your service toward me.
Being Devoted to God » Exemplified » Paul
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Being Devoted to God » Exemplified » Joanna, &c
Also healed was Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod's steward, and Susanna. There were many others, who supported them out of their private substance.
Blasphemy » Exemplified » Sennacherib
The Assyrian emperor sent his chief official to insult the living God. May Jehovah your God hear these insults and punish those who spoke them. So pray to God for those of our people who survive.'
Tell King Hezekiah of Judah: 'Do not let your God in whom you trust deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be put under the control of the king of Assyria.
Whom are you defying and slandering? Against whom are you shouting? Who are you looking at so arrogantly? It is the Holy One of Israel!
Blasphemy » Exemplified » The danite
The Israelite woman's son began cursing Jehovah's name and treating it with contempt. So they brought him to Moses.
spiritual Blindness » Exemplified
I do not want you to be ignorant of this secret, lest you should be wise in your own conceits (estimation). Blindness has happened to Israel, until the fullness of the nations comes in.
spiritual Blindness » Exemplified » Scribes and pharisees
You blind guides! You strain out the gnat and swallow the camel!
Woe to you, you blind guides! You say, 'When you swear by the temple, it is nothing.' Then you say, 'When you swear by the gold of the temple, you are obligated.'
spiritual Blindness » Exemplified » Churches of laodicea
You say, I am rich and have become wealthy and have need of nothing." You do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Elijah
Then he said in answer: I have not made trouble for Israel. You and your family have. You have disobeyed Jehovah's commands and have gone after the Baals.
Elijah said: By the life of Jehovah of armies, whose servant I am, I will certainly let him see me today.
holy Boldness » Exemplified
He entered the synagogue and spoke boldly reasoning and persuading about the kingdom of God. He did this for three months.
So Moses went back to Jehovah and said: These people have committed such a serious sin! They made a god out of gold for themselves.
Barnabas led him to the apostles. He declared to them how he had seen the Lord in The Way, and that he had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Abraham
The men left there and went toward Sodom. Abraham still stood before Jehovah. Abraham came near and said: Will you destroy the righteous with the wicked? Suppose there were fifty righteous within the city. Would you also destroy the place and not spare it because the righteous people are there? read more.
Surely you would not do that! Would you slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous should be as the wicked? Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Jehovah said: If I find in Sodom fifty righteous within the city, I will spare the entire place for their sakes. Then Abraham answered and said: Indeed now, I who am only dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah: Suppose there were five less than the fifty righteous. Would you destroy the entire city for lack of five? So He (God) said: If I find there forty-five, I will not destroy it. Abraham spoke again: Suppose there should be forty found there? God replied: I will not do it for the sake of forty. Abraham then said: Do not be angry, and let me speak. Suppose thirty should be found there? God replied: I will not do it if I find thirty there. Abraham then said: Indeed now, I have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah: Suppose twenty should be found there? God replied: I will not destroy it for the sake of twenty. Abraham again queried: Please do not be angry as I speak once more: Suppose ten should be found there? God said: I will not destroy it for the sake of ten.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » jacob
Then Jacob was by himself. A man was fighting with him till dawn. The man saw that he was not able to overcome Jacob. He gave him a blow in the hollow part of his thigh, so that his leg was damaged. He said to him: Let me go now, for the dawn is near. But Jacob said: I will not let you go till you have given me your blessing. read more.
Then he asked: What is your name? And he said, Jacob. The man said: Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel (He Struggles With God), because you have struggled with God and with men and you have won. Jacob said: Please tell me your name. The man answered: Why do you ask for my name? Then he blessed Jacob there.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Aaron
Aaron took his incense burner, as Moses told him. He ran into the middle of the assembly, because the plague had already begun among the people. He put incense on the incense burner to make peace with Jehovah for the people. He stood between those who had died and those who were still alive. The plague stopped.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » David
David answered: You come out to fight me with a sword and a spear and a dagger. But I come out to fight you in the name of Jehovah of Hosts. He is the Almighty God of Israel's army. You have insulted him!
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Shadrac
If it is so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the blazing furnace. He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. If not you should know O king that we will not serve your gods. We will not worship the golden image that you set up!
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Nehemiah
I replied: Am I the sort of man to go in flight? What man, in my position, would go into the Temple to keep safe? I will not go in.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Peter and john
Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said: You rulers of the people, and elders of Israel, If we are on trial for a good deed done to a sick man, concerning how this man was made well; Let it be known to you and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you impaled and whom God raised from the dead, even by him this man stands before you healed. read more.
This is the stone that was rejected by you builders. It became the chief corner stone. There is no salvation in anyone else. For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. They observed the confidence of Peter and John. Yet they thought they were uneducated (not formally educated) and ordinary men. They were amazed and recognized them as having been with Jesus.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Daniel
Daniel knew that the decree was signed. He went into his house. His windows were open in his chamber toward Jerusalem. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, like he did before.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Joseph of arimathea
Joseph of Arimathaea was a prominent council member who also was looking for the Kingdom of God. He boldly approached Pilate and asked for Jesus' body.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Apollos
He spoke boldly in the synagogue. But when Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him home and explained God's word more accurately.
holy Boldness » Exemplified » Stephen
You obstinate men who are uncircumcised in heart and ears. You always resist the Holy Spirit as your fathers did.
overmuch Care » Exemplified » Persons who offered to follow Christ
overmuch Care » Exemplified » Martha
Chastity » Exemplified
Abimelech had not come near her. He said: Lord, I am innocent! Would you destroy my people and me?
Do you know what you have done? Abimelech shouted. If someone had slept with her, you would have made our whole nation guilty! So Abimelech charged all the people, saying: He who touches this man or his wife will certainly be put to death.
Chastity » Exemplified » Joseph
Soon his master's wife began to desire Joseph and asked him to go to bed with her. He refused, and said to her: My master does not have to concern himself with anything in the house, because I am here. He has put me in charge of everything he has. No one in this house is greater than I. He has kept nothing back from me except you. You are his wife. How could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God? read more.
She kept asking Joseph day after day. He refused to go to bed with her or be with her.
Chastity » Exemplified » Ruth
He said: You are blessed of Jehovah, my daughter: for this kindness is greater than what you showed earlier. You have not pursued younger men, whether poor or rich. And now, my daughter, have no fear. I will do for you whatever you say, for it is clear to all my townspeople that you are a woman of virtue.
Chastity » Exemplified » Boaz
Rest here tonight. In the morning, if he wants to redeem you, for it is right for a relation to do this, very well, let him do so. But if he will not, then as surely as Jehovah lives, I will do so.
Good Children » Exemplified
David obeyed his father. He got up early the next morning and left someone else in charge of the sheep. He loaded the supplies and started off. He reached the army camp just as the soldiers were taking their places and shouting the battle cry.
Joseph got in his chariot and went to Goshen to meet his father. When they met, Joseph threw his arms around his father's neck and cried for a long time.
Hurry back to my father and tell him, 'This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of Egypt. Come here to me immediately!
wicked Children » Exemplified » Esau
When Esau was forty he married Judith the daughter of Beeri the Hittite and Basemath the daughter of Elon the Hittite. These two women brought a lot of grief to his parents, Isaac and Rebekah.
wicked Children » Exemplified » Adrammelech and sharezer
While he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, Adrammelech and Sharezer assassinated him. They escaped to the land of Ararat. His son Esarhaddon succeeded him as king.
wicked Children » Exemplified » Sons of samuel
The sons did not follow their father's example but turned to dishonest ways of making money. They took bribes and denied people justice.
wicked Children » Exemplified » Children at beth-el
Elisha left Jericho to go to Bethel. On the way some boys came out of a town and taunted and made fun of him. They shouted: Get out of here, baldy!
Church of laodicea » Exemplified » Self-delusion
You say, I am rich and have become wealthy and have need of nothing." You do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.
Church of laodicea » Exemplified » Self-righteousness
You say, I am rich and have become wealthy and have need of nothing." You do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.
Communion of saints » Exemplified
They continued devoting themselves to doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
The apostles performed many wonders among the people. They were all with one accord in Solomon's porch.
Communion of saints » Exemplified » Jonathan
Communion of saints » Exemplified » Daniel
Then Daniel went back to his house, and explained everything to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, his companions: that they would request mercies from the God of heaven concerning this secret. And they would request that Daniel and his companions would not perish with the rest of the wise men of Babylon.
Communion of saints » Exemplified » Paul
When he had spoken he kneeled down and prayed with them all. They all wept profusely, and fell on Paul's neck and kissed him. (embraced him) (hugged him) (Genesis 45:14) What grieved them most was his statement that they would not see him again. They accompanied him to the ship.
Communion of saints » Exemplified » David
Communion of saints » Exemplified » Apostles
They all continued united in earnest prayer. The women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers were also there.
Communion with God » Exemplified » jacob
Then Jacob was by himself. A man was fighting with him till dawn. The man saw that he was not able to overcome Jacob. He gave him a blow in the hollow part of his thigh, so that his leg was damaged. He said to him: Let me go now, for the dawn is near. But Jacob said: I will not let you go till you have given me your blessing. read more.
Then he asked: What is your name? And he said, Jacob. The man said: Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel (He Struggles With God), because you have struggled with God and with men and you have won. Jacob said: Please tell me your name. The man answered: Why do you ask for my name? Then he blessed Jacob there.
Communion with God » Exemplified » moses
Jehovah would speak with Moses in person (intimately) (face to face) just as someone speaks with a friend. Moses would then return to the camp. But the young man who was his helper, Joshua son of Nun, stayed in the Tent. Moses said to Jehovah: It is true that you have told me to lead these people to that land, but you did not tell me whom you would send with me. You said that you know me well and are pleased with me. If you are, tell me your plans, so that I may serve you and continue to please you. Remember also that you have chosen this nation to be your own. read more.
Jehovah replied: I will go with you and give you peace. Moses said: If you are not going with us, please do not make us leave this place. If you do go with us, everyone will know that you are pleased with your people and with me. That way, we will be different from the rest of the people on earth. Jehovah said to Moses: I will do this thing of which you have spoken. You have found favor in my sight. I have known you by name. Then Moses said: Please show me your glory! Jehovah said: I will make all my goodness pass in front of you. I will call out my name, JEHOVAH. I will be kind to anyone I want to. I will be merciful to anyone I want to. But he said: You cannot see my face, because no one may see me and live. Then Jehovah said: Look, there is a place near me. Stand by this rocky cliff. When my glory passes by, I will put you in a crevice in the cliff and cover you with my hand until I have passed by. Then I will take my hand away, and you will see my back, but my face must not be seen.
Communion with God » Exemplified » Abraham
Jehovah went his way as soon as he finished speaking with Abraham. Abraham returned to his place.
Communion with God » Exemplified » Enoch
Communion with God » Exemplified » Noah
This is the ACCOUNT OF NOAH. Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time. He walked with God.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Paul
To the weak I became as the weak, that I might gain the weak. I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Shobi
David went to the town of Mahanaim. Shobi son of Nahash came from Rabbah in Ammon, Machir son of Ammiel came from Lo-Debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite came from Rogelim. Here is a list of what they brought: sleeping mats, blankets, bowls, pottery jars, wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, Also honey, yogurt, sheep, and cheese. They brought food for David and the others because they knew that everyone would be hungry, tired, and thirsty from being out in the desert.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Elijah
She said to Elijah: What have I to do with you, O man of God? Have you come to put God in mind of my sin, and to put my son to death? He said: Give your son to me. And lifting him out of her arms, he took him up to his room and put him down on his bed.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » David
But when they were sick, I wore sackcloth. I humbled myself with fasting. My prayer returned unanswered. I walked around as if I were mourning for my friend or my brother. I was bent over as if I were mourning for my mother.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Nehemiah
After I heard these words I sat down on the ground and cried for days. I ate no food and offered prayer to the God of heaven.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Pharaoh's daughter
She opened it and saw a baby boy. He was crying, and she felt sorry for him. This is one of the Hebrew babies, she said.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Jews
Many of the Jews came to Martha and Mary, to console them about their brother.
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Job
Compassion and sympathy » Exemplified » Job's friends
Job's three friends heard about all the terrible things that happened to him. Each of them came from his home: Eliphaz of Teman, Bildad of Shuah, and Zophar of Naama. They agreed they would go together to sympathize with Job and comfort him.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Apostles
They taught daily in the temple and in every house. They did not cease to teach and preach Jesus Christ.
Peter and the other apostles answered: We must obey God rather than men. The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom you killed. You hanged him on a stake. God exalted him to his right hand to be a Prince and a Savior, to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. read more.
We are witnesses of these things. The Holy Spirit, which God gave to those who obey him, also witnessed.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Man born blind
He answered: I do not know if he is a sinner. One thing I know, I was blind and now I see.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Stephen
Which of the prophets have your fathers not persecuted? They killed those who announced in advance the coming of the righteous one whom you have betrayed and murdered.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Church in pergamos
I know where you live and where the throne of Satan is. You cling to my name and have not denied my faith, even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness. He was killed among you, where Satan dwells.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Martyrs
I saw thrones, and they sat on them, and judgment was given to them. I also saw the people who were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God. They had not worshiped the beast or his image. They had not received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands. They lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Timothy
Fight the good fight of the faith! Lay hold on everlasting life! You were called and confessed the good confession in the sight of many witnesses.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » John
I, John, your brother and companion in tribulation and kingdom and perseverance (patience) of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, because of the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Peter
Simon Peter answered him: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of everlasting life! We believe and know that you are the Holy One of God.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Peter and john
They stood them in their presence and asked: By what power or by what name do you do this? Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said: You rulers of the people, and elders of Israel, If we are on trial for a good deed done to a sick man, concerning how this man was made well; read more.
Let it be known to you and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you impaled and whom God raised from the dead, even by him this man stands before you healed. This is the stone that was rejected by you builders. It became the chief corner stone. There is no salvation in anyone else. For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Martha
She said: Yes Lord, I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God who is to come into the world.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified » Paul
He spoke boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus. He had a dispute with the Greek speaking Jews and they made attempts to kill him.
Confessing Christ » Exemplified
Confession of sin » Exemplified
Jehovah sent poisonous snakes among the people. They bit the people, and many of the Israelites died. The people came to Moses and said: We sinned when we criticized Jehovah and you. Pray to Jehovah so that he will take the snakes away from us. So Moses prayed for the people.
The Israelites gathered at Mizpah. They drew some water, poured it out in front of Jehovah and fasted that day. They confessed: We have sinned against Jehovah. So Samuel judged Israel in Mizpah.
They said to Samuel: Please pray to Jehovah your God for us, that we will not die. We now realize that we have added to all our sins the evil of asking for a (human) king.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Nehemiah
Let your ear now take note and let your eyes be open. Please give ear to the prayer of your servant. At this time, day and night I pray for the children of Israel, your servants. I put before you the sins of the children of Israel that we have done against you: truly, my father's people and I are sinners. We have done great wrong against you. We have not obeyed the orders, the rules, and the decisions, which you gave to your servant Moses.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » David
After David had everyone counted, he felt guilty and told Jehovah: What I did was stupid and terribly wrong. Jehovah, please forgive me.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » saul
Then Saul told Samuel: I have sinned by not following Jehovah's command or your instructions. I was afraid of the people and listened to them.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Aaron
He said to Moses: Please, do not make us suffer this punishment for our foolish sin.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Levites, ne 9:4
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Thief
We are indeed justly condemned for we receive the due reward of our deeds. But this man has done nothing wrong.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Daniel
And I prayed to Jehovah my God, and made confession, and said, Oh, Jehovah, the great and fear-inspiring (awesome) God, who keeps his covenant and loving kindness for those who love him and keep his commandments.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » Peter
When Simon Peter saw this he fell down at Jesus' knees. He said: Depart from me for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Confession of sin » Exemplified » -ezra
I said, O my God, shame keeps me from lifting up my face (praying) to you (being in your presence), my God: for our sins have increased higher than our heads and our evil-doing has come up to heaven.
Contempt » Exemplified » False teachers
For, His letters, they say, are weighty and strong. But his bodily presence is weak and his speech of no account.
Contempt » Exemplified » Nabal
This is what he said: Who does this David think he is? That son of Jesse is just one more slave on the run from his master. There are too many of them now days. What makes you think I would give you the bread and water, and the meat that I cooked for my own servants? I do not even know where you are from.
Contempt » Exemplified » Children of belial
Some good-for-nothing people asked: How can this man save us? They despised him and would not bring him presents. He did not respond.
Contempt » Exemplified » Michal
When the Ark of Jehovah came to the City of David, Saul's daughter Michal looked out of a window and saw King David leaping and dancing in Jehovah's presence. She despised him in her heart.
Contempt » Exemplified » Hagar
Abram had intercourse with Hagar, and she conceived. When she knew she was pregnant, she began to despise her mistress.
Contentment » Exemplified » Paul
I am not saying this because I am in need; for I have learned to be content in whatever state I am. I know how to be poor. I also know how to live with abundance. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to have abundance and to suffer need.
Contentment » Exemplified » Barzillai
The king said to him: Come with me to Jerusalem. I will take care of you. Barzillai answered: I do not have long to live. Why should I go with Your Majesty to Jerusalem? I am already eighty years old. Nothing gives me pleasure any more. I cannot taste what I eat and drink. I cannot hear the voices of singers. I would only be a burden to my lord the king. read more.
I will cross the river with you. But I will only go a little way on the other side. You do not have to be so kind to me. Please let me return to my hometown. There I can someday be buried near my father and mother. My servant Chimham can go with you. You can treat him as your own.
Contentment » Exemplified » Agur
Remove far from me vanity and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with food necessary for me. If I am full I could deny you and say, Who is Jehovah? Or if I am poor and steal, I could take God's name in vain.
Contentment » Exemplified » Shunammite
he said to Gehazi: Ask her what I can do for her in return for all the trouble she has had in providing for our needs. Maybe she would like me to go to the king or the army commander and put in a good word for her. I have all I need here among my own people, she answered.
Contentment » Exemplified » David
Your boundary lines mark out pleasant places for me. Indeed, my inheritance is beautiful to me.
Covetousness » Exemplified » saul
Saul and his men spared Agag's life and did not kill the best sheep and cattle, the best calves and lambs, or anything else that was good. They destroyed only what was useless or worthless.
Why then did you not obey the voice of Jehovah? Why did you pounce on the plunder? Why did you do evil in the sight of Jehovah?
Covetousness » Exemplified » Ahab
Ahab said to Naboth: Give me your garden so that I may have it for a garden of sweet plants. Since it is near my house let me give you a better vine-garden in exchange. If it seems good to you, let me give you its value in money. But Naboth said to Ahab, God forbid that I give you the heritage of my fathers. Ahab returned to his house bitter and angry because Naboth the Jezreelite said to him: I will not give you the heritage of my fathers. Stretching himself on the bed with his face turned away, he would not eat.
Covetousness » Exemplified
Your rulers are rebels, friends with thieves. They all love bribes and run after gifts. They never defend orphans. They do not listen to the widows' pleas.
They went astray, forsaking the right way. They followed the way of Balaam, the son of Beor, who loved the wages of wrongdoing.
Woe to them! They went in the way of Cain, and ran riotously in the error of Balaam for hire, and perished in the rebellious talk of Korah.
After giving it much thought, I made a protest to the chiefs and the rulers, and said to them: Everyone of you is collecting interest from his brothers. I organized a big meeting of protest.
They are dogs with mighty appetites. They never have enough! They are shepherds who lack understanding. They all turn to their own way and each one seeks dishonest (unjust) gain.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Eli's sons
The sons of Eli were corrupt. They did not know Jehovah. The priests had a custom with the people. If any man offered sacrifice, the priest's servant came while the flesh was boiling, with a fork of three teeth in his hand. He stuck it into the pan, kettle, caldron or pot. All that the flesh-hook brought up the priest took for himself. So they did in Shiloh to all the Israelites that came there.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Judas
Then Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, went to the chief priests. He asked them: What are you willing to give me to deliver him to you? They paid him thirty pieces of silver.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Gehazi
when Elisha's servant Gehazi said to himself: My master has let Naaman get away without paying a thing! He should have accepted what that Syrian offered him. By the living God Jehovah I will run after him and get something from him. He ran after Naaman. When Naaman saw a man running after him, he got down from his chariot to meet him, and asked: What is wrong? Nothing is wrong, answered Gehazi. But my master sent me to tell you that just now two members of the group of prophets in the hill country of Ephraim arrived. He would like you to give them three thousand pieces of silver and two changes of fine clothes. read more.
Please take six thousand pieces of silver, Naaman replied. He tied the silver in two bags and gave them and two changes of fine clothes to two of his servants, and sent them on ahead of Gehazi. They reached the hill where Elisha lived. Gehazi took the two bags and carried them into the house. Then he sent Naaman's servants back.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Laban
I have been in your house twenty years! I was your servant for fourteen years because of your daughters. I kept your flock for six years. You changed my wages ten times.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Samuel's sons
The sons did not follow their father's example but turned to dishonest ways of making money. They took bribes and denied people justice.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Achan
When I saw among the spoils a quality Babylonish garment, and two hundred shekels of silver, and a wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight, then I coveted them, and took them. I hid them in the earth in the middle of my tent.
Covetousness » Exemplified » Felix
He hoped that Paul would give him money to free him. He sent for him frequently and conversed with him.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » Elisha
Elisha became ill with the disease that caused his death. Jehoash, king of Israel, came down to him, and weeping over him said: My father, my father, the chariot of Israel and its horsemen!
Elisha died and they buried him. Now in the spring of the year, armed bands of Moabites frequently came, overrunning the land.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » moses
Moses the servant of Jehovah died there in the land of Moab, according to the word of Jehovah.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » isaac
Isaac took his last breath and died. He joined his ancestors in death at a very old age. His sons Esau and Jacob buried him.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » jacob
Jacob finished giving these instructions to his sons. He pulled his feet into his bed. He took his last breath and joined his ancestors in death.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » Aaron
Moses removed Aaron's priestly robes and put them on Eleazar. There on the top of the mountain Aaron died, and Moses and Eleazar came back down.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » Abraham
Then he took his last breath and died at a very old age. After a long and full life, he joined his ancestors in death.
the Death of saints » Exemplified » Joshua
the Death of saints » Exemplified » Dorcas
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified
This man obtained a field with the reward of his wickedness; and falling headlong, he burst open and all his intestines spilled out. (Matthew 27:5 says he hanged himself. The rope broke or the branch on which it was tied broke. Then he fell to the ground and burst open.)
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Athaliah
They seized her and took her to the palace. There at the Horse Gate they killed her.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Korah, &c
and the earth opened up to swallow them, their families, the followers of Korah, and all their property.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Ahab
A stray arrow wounded the king of Israel a wound where his breastplate was joined to his clothing. He said to the chariot driver: Go to the side. Take me away from the fight for I am badly wounded.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Jezebel
He said: Take her and throw her out the window. So they threw her down with force. Her blood splattered on the wall and on the horses. She was crushed under their feet.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Belshazzar
In that night Belshazzar the Chaldean King was slain.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Haman
So Haman was put to death by hanging him on the pillar he made for Mordecai. Then the king's rage subsided.
Death of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Herod
Immediately the angel of God killed him, because he did not give God the glory. He was eaten by worms and died.
Deceit » Exemplified » Rebecca and jacob
Go to the flock and pick out two fat young goats. I will cook them and make some of that food your father likes so much.
Jacob answered: I am your older son Esau. I have done as you told me. Please sit up and eat some of the meat that I brought you. Then you can give me your blessing.
Deceit » Exemplified
You will not die, the serpent said to the woman. God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened. Then you will be like God, knowing good and evil.
Now the serpent was craftier than any of the wild animals Jehovah God had made. He said to the woman: Did God really say, you must not eat from any tree in the garden?
([Psalm of David]) Why do you brag about the evil you have done, O mighty man? The loving kindness of God endures continually! Your tongue makes up wickedness. It is like a sharp razor, you master of deceit.
Deceit » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Then they killed a goat and dipped Joseph's robe in its blood. They took the robe to their father and said: We found this. Does it belong to your son?
Deceit » Exemplified » David
Right there in front of everyone, he pretended to be insane. He acted confused and scratched up the doors of the town gate. He drooled in his beard.
Deceit » Exemplified » Laban
Yet he has cheated me. He changed my wages ten times. However, God did not let him harm me.
Deceit » Exemplified » Pharaoh
Moses answered: As soon as I leave you, I will pray to Jehovah. Tomorrow the swarms of flies will go away from you, your officials, and your people. But you must stop tricking us by not letting the people go to offer sacrifices to Jehovah.
Deceit » Exemplified » Herod
He sent them to Bethlehem. He said: Search diligently for the young child. When you find him, bring me word so I may come and bow down to him also.
Deceit » Exemplified » Chief priests
It was just two days until the feast of the Passover and the unleavened bread. The chief priests and the scribes sought how they might quietly capture and kill him.
Deceit » Exemplified » Job's friends
Decision » Exemplified » Asa
Asa heard the prophet Oded's words of prophecy. He was encouraged and put away the detestable idols from all of Judah, Benjamin, and the cities he had captured in the mountains of Ephraim. He also repaired Jehovah's altar in front of Jehovah's entrance hall.
Decision » Exemplified » Caleb
Caleb told the people to be quiet and listen to Moses. Caleb said: Let us go now and take possession of the land. We should be more than able to conquer it.
Decision » Being Devoted to God » Exemplified » Joshua
If you are not willing to serve him, decide today whom you will serve, the gods your ancestors worshiped in Mesopotamia or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are now living. As for my family and me, we will serve Jehovah.'
Decision » Exemplified » moses
Moses stood in the gate of the camp and said: Who is on Jehovah's side? Come to me. All the sons of Levi came to him.
Decision » Exemplified » David
You have probed my heart. You have confronted me at night. You have tested me like silver, but you found nothing wrong. I have decided that my mouth will not sin.
Decision » Exemplified » Paul
Why do you weep and break my heart? Paul answered: For I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.
Decision » Exemplified » Peter
Simon Peter answered him: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of everlasting life!
Decision » Exemplified » Ruth
Ruth replied: Do not ask me to leave you! Let me go with you. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God.
Denial of Christ » Exemplified
The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, has glorified his Son Jesus. You handed him over to Pilate. When he was determined to let him go you denied him. You disowned the Holy and Righteous One and requested a murderer to be released to you.
Denial of Christ » Exemplified » Peter
Peter was seated in the square outside the house, and a servant-girl came to him. She said: You were with Jesus the Galilean. In front of everybody, he replied: I do not know what you are talking about. When he reached the gate, another saw him and said: This man was with Jesus the Nazarene. read more.
Again he denied with an oath: I have no knowledge of the man. A few moments later, those who were near approached and said to Peter: Indeed, you are one of them, because the way you speak gives you away. Then with curses and oaths he said: I do not know the man! And immediately a rooster crowed. Peter remembered what Jesus told him: Before the rooster crows you will deny me three times. He went out and wept bitterly.
Despair » Exemplified » Cain
Cain said to Jehovah: My punishment is more than I can bear. You are driving me from the land today. I will be hidden from your presence. I will be a restless (homeless) wanderer on the earth. And whoever finds me will kill me.
Despair » Exemplified » Ahithophel
Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been followed. He saddled his donkey and went back to his hometown. He arranged his affairs in order and he hanged himself. He was buried in the family grave.
Despair » Exemplified » Judas
Diligence » Exemplified » Paul
You may remember, brothers, our labor and hardship. We worked day and night that we would not burden any of you when we preached the good news of God to you.
Diligence » Exemplified » hezekiah
Hezekiah incorporated Moses' teachings and commands into worship and dedicated his life to serving God. Whatever he did for the worship in God's Temple, he did wholeheartedly, and he succeeded.
Diligence » Exemplified » Titus
We send our brother with them, whom we have many times proved diligent in many things, but now much more diligent, by reason of the great confidence which he has in you.
Diligence » Exemplified » jacob
Many times I suffered from the heat during the day and from the cold at night. I was not able to sleep.
Diligence » Exemplified » Psalmist
Diligence » Exemplified » Apollos
This man had been instructed in God's way. Being fervent in spirit he spoke and taught accurately the things concerning Jesus, knowing only the baptism of John.
Diligence » Exemplified » Apostles
They taught daily in the temple and in every house. They did not cease to teach and preach Jesus Christ.
Diligence » Exemplified » Ruth
She gathered the heads of grain till evening. After crushing out the seed, it came to about an ephah of grain.
Diligence » Figurative » Exemplified » Ruth
She gathered the heads of grain till evening. After crushing out the seed, it came to about an ephah of grain.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » moses
Aaron is not going to enter the land I promised to give to Israel. He is going to die, because the two of you rebelled against my command at Meribah.
Moses raised his hand and hit the rock twice with the staff. Water came pouring out! All the people and their animals drank.
Take your staff and you and your brother Aaron gather the congregation. Right before their eyes, tell the rock to give up its water. In this way you will give the congregation water from the rock for them and their animals to drink.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » Adam and eve
When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.
And he said: Who told you that you were naked? Have you eaten from the tree that I commanded you not to eat from?
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » The prophet
But while they were seated at the table, the word of Jehovah came to the old prophet who had brought him back. Crying out to the man of God who came from Judah, he said: Jehovah says, 'because you have gone against the voice of Jehovah, and have not done as Jehovah ordered you, but have come back, and have taken food and water in this place where he said you were to take no food or water; your dead body will not be put to rest with your fathers.' read more.
After the meal he made the donkey ready for the prophet whom he had taken back.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » Israel
It was the fourth year of King Hezekiah, the seventh year of Hoshea son of Elah king of Israel. Shalmaneser king of Assyria came up against Samaria and laid siege to it. It was captured at the end of three years. Samaria was taken in the sixth year of Hezekiah's rule, which was the ninth year of Hoshea, king of Israel. The king of Assyria took Israel away as prisoners into Assyria. They placed them in Halah and in Habor on the river Gozan, and in towns of the Medes. read more.
They did not obey the voice of Jehovah their God. In fact they went against his agreement, even against everything ordered by Moses, the servant of Jehovah. They did not listen to or obey Jehovah.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » Nadab, &c
Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu each took an incense burner. They put burning coals and incense in it. Then in Jehovah's presence they offered this unauthorized fire.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » saul
You disobeyed Jehovah's command and did not completely destroy the Amalekites. That is why Jehovah is doing this to you.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » Jonah
Arise, go to Nineveh the great city and proclaim against her that Jehovah has seen their terrible wickedness. Jonah tried to run away from the presence of Jehovah (YHWH). He went to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. He paid the fare and boarded it to go with them to Tarshish away from the presence of Jehovah.
Disobedience to God » Exemplified » Pharaoh
But Pharaoh responded: Who is Jehovah, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I do not know Jehovah, and besides, I will not let Israel go.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Corinthians
For in eating every one goes ahead with out waiting for everybody else. One is hungry and another is drunk.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Elah
His servant Zimri, commander of half his war-carriages made plans to kill him. He was in Tirzah, drinking hard at the house of Arza, controller of the king's house in Tirzah. Zimri attacked and killed him. It was the twenty-seventh year that Asa was king of Judah.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Nabal
When Abigail came to Nabal, he was holding a banquet in his home. It was like a king's banquet. He was in a good mood and very drunk, so she did not tell him anything until dawn.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Uriah
David invited him for dinner. Uriah ate with David and drank so much that he got drunk. However he still did not go home. He went out and slept on his mat near the palace guards.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » benhadad
In the middle of the day they went out. But Benhadad was drinking in the tents with the thirty-two kings who were helping him.
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Noah
Drunkenness » Exemplified » Belshazzar
They drank wine, and praised the gods of gold, silver, copper, iron, wood, and of stone.
Early rising » Exemplified » samuel
Early the following morning he went off to find Saul. He heard that Saul had gone to the town of Carmel. There in Carmel he built a monument to himself. Then he went to Gilgal.
Early rising » Exemplified » David
David obeyed his father. He got up early the next morning and left someone else in charge of the sheep. He loaded the supplies and started off. He reached the army camp just as the soldiers were taking their places and shouting the battle cry.
Early rising » Exemplified » Abraham
Early the next morning Abraham came to the place where he had stood in front of Jehovah.
Early rising » Exemplified » jacob
Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had under his head. He set it up as a marker and poured oil on top of it.
Early rising » Exemplified » gideon
That is what happened. When Gideon got up early the next morning, he squeezed the wool and wrung enough dew out of it to fill a bowl with water.
Early rising » Exemplified » Joshua
Joshua rose early in the morning. They left Shittim for Jordan. He and all the children of Israel lodged there before they crossed over.
Early rising » Exemplified » Apostles
When they heard that, they entered into the temple early in the morning, and taught. But the high priest came, and those who were with him. He called the council together and all the senate of the children of Israel and sent to the prison to have them brought.
Election » Exemplified
If you were of the world, the world would love its own. I chose you out of the world. The world hates you because you are not of the world.
I do not speak about all of you. I know whom I have chosen! This way the scripture may be fulfilled: 'He that eats my bread lifted up his heel against me.'
Election » Exemplified » jacob
She was told: The older will serve the younger. It is written: I loved Jacob, and I hated Esau.
Election » Exemplified » Paul
It pleased God to separate me even from my mother's womb and call me through his grace.
Election » Exemplified » isaac
God said to Abraham: Do not be upset about the boy and your slave. Listen to what Sarah says, because through Isaac your descendants will carry on your name.
Election » Exemplified » Abram
You are Jehovah, the true God, who took Abram and made him yours, guiding him from Ur of the Chaldees, and gave him the name of Abraham;
Election » Exemplified » Rufus
Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine.
Election » Exemplified » Zerubbabel
On that day, declared Jehovah of Hosts, I will take you, my servant Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, declared Jehovah. I will make you important like a signet (signature) ring, because I have chosen you, proclaimed Jehovah of Hosts.
Envy » Exemplified
When the Jews saw the crowds they were filled with envy. They spoke against those things Paul spoke. They contradicted and blasphemed him.
The Jews were moved with jealousy so they gathered bad people who organized a crowd for a riot. They assaulted the house of Jason in order to bring them out to the crowd.
Envy » Exemplified » Joshua
Joshua son of Nun, who had been Moses' helper since he was a young man, spoke up and said to Moses: Stop them, sir! Moses asked him: Do you think you need to stand up for me? I wish all Jehovah's people were prophets and that Jehovah would put his Spirit on them!
Envy » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Joseph's brothers were jealous of him. His father kept thinking about the whole matter.
Envy » Exemplified » Edomites
Therefore as I live,' declares the Lord Jehovah, 'I will deal with you according to your anger and according to your envy, what you showed because of your hatred against them. I will make myself known among them when I judge you.
Envy » Exemplified » saul
Saul became very angry because he considered this saying to be insulting. He said: To David they credit tens of thousands but to me they credit only a few thousand. The only thing left for David is my kingdom.
Envy » Exemplified » Princes of babylon
Daniel was distinguished above the other commissioners and the governors because an excellent spirit (mind) was in him. Therefore the king thought to set him over the whole realm. Then the commissioners and the governors sought to find a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom. They could find no charge, nor error, nor fault, for he was faithful.
Envy » Exemplified » Laban's sons
Jacob heard that Laban's sons were saying: Jacob has taken everything that belonged to our father. He has gained all his wealth from him.
Envy » Exemplified » Haman
But all this is nothing to me as long as I see Mordecai the Jew seated by the king's gate.
Envy » Exemplified » Cain
He did not look with favor on Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his face was downcast (he had a bad attitude).
Envy » Exemplified » Chief priests
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » In pharaoh and the egyptians
Just before dawn, Jehovah looked down from the column of fire and smoke and threw the Egyptian camp into a panic. He made the wheels of their chariots come off. They could hardly move. Then the Egyptians shouted: Let us get out of here! Jehovah is fighting for Israel! He is against us!
If you do not, he will send his worst plagues to strike you, your officials, and everyone else in your country. Then you will find out that no one can oppose Jehovah. He could already have sent a terrible disease and wiped you from the face of the earth.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Ahaz, etc
When he had this trouble, King Ahaz became more unfaithful to Jehovah!
Jehovah his God handed him over to the king of Aram, who defeated him, captured many prisoners, and brought them to Damascus. He also handed him over to the king of Israel, who decisively defeated him. In one day Pekah, son of Remaliah, killed one hundred and twenty thousand soldiers in Judah because they had abandoned Jehovah the God of their ancestors. Zichri, a fighting man from Ephraim, killed Maaseiah, who was the king's son, Azrikam, who was in charge of the palace, and Elkanah, who was the king's second-in-command. read more.
The Israelites captured two hundred thousand women, boys, and girls from their relatives the Judeans. They also took a lot of goods from Judah and brought them to Samaria.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » hezekiah
But Hezekiah was conceited. So he did not repay Jehovah for his kindness. Jehovah became angry with him, with Judah, and with Jerusalem. Hezekiah and the people living in Jerusalem humbled themselves when they realized they had become conceited. Thus Jehovah did not vent his anger on them during Hezekiah's time.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Jehoram
A letter came to him from the prophet Elijah. It read: This is what Jehovah the God of your ancestor David says: You have not followed the ways of your father Jehoshaphat or the ways of King Asa of Judah. Instead, you have followed the ways of the kings of Israel. You, like Ahab's family, have caused Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to chase after foreign gods as if they were prostitutes. You have killed your brothers, your father's family. Your brothers were better than you. Jehovah will strike a great blow to your people, your sons, your wives, and all your property because you did this. read more.
You will be affected by a painful stomach disease and suffer until you die. Later Jehovah caused the Philistines and the Arabs who lived near the Ethiopians to become angry with Jehoram. They invaded Judah and stole the royal property from the palace. They led Jehoram's wives and sons away as prisoners. The only one left behind was Ahaziah, his youngest son. After this happened; Jehovah struck Jehoram with an incurable stomach disease. Two years later Jehoram died in terrible pain. No bonfire was built to honor him. The people had done this for his ancestors, but not him.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Uzziah
Uzziah held an incense burner in his hand. He became angry. As his anger with the priests grew, a skin disease broke out on his forehead. This happened in front of the priests in Jehovah's Temple as Uzziah was at the incense altar. When the chief priest Azariah and all the priests turned toward him, a skin disease was on his forehead. They rushed him away. Uzziah was in a hurry to get out because Jehovah had inflicted him with the disease. King Uzziah had a skin disease until the day he died. Since he had a skin disease, he lived in a separate house and was barred from Jehovah's Temple. His son Jotham was in charge of the royal palace and governed the country.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Joseph
Dear brothers, do not be sad or angry with yourselves that you sold me. God sent me ahead of you to save lives.
God sent me ahead of you to make sure that you would have descendants on the earth, and to save your lives in an amazing way. It was not you who sent me here, but God. He has made me like a father to Pharaoh. He made me lord over his entire household, and ruler of Egypt.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Manasseh
When he experienced distress, he begged Jehovah his God to be kind and humbled himself in front of the God of his ancestors.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Ahaziah
The country of Moab rebelled against Israel after the death of King Ahab of Israel. King Ahaziah of Israel fell off the balcony on the roof of his palace in Samaria and was seriously injured. He sent some messengers and said to them: Go to consult Baalzebub, the god of the Philistine city of Ekron, to find out whether or not I will recover from this. Jehovah's angel commanded Elijah, the prophet from Tishbe, Go and meet the messengers of King Ahaziah. Ask them: 'Why are you going to consult Baalzebub, the god of Ekron? Do you think there is no god in Israel?' read more.
Tell the king Jehovah says: 'You will not recover from your injuries. You will in fact die!' Elijah did as Jehovah commanded.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Josiah
You had a change of heart and humbled yourself in front of Jehovah when you heard my words against this place and those who live here. I said that those who live here would be destroyed and cursed. You also tore your clothes in distress and cried in front of me. So I will listen to you,' declares Jehovah.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
They said to one another: Truly we are guilty concerning our brother, because we saw his distress when he pleaded with us, yet we would not listen. Therefore this distress has come upon us.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Prodigal son
Father, the son said: 'I have sinned against God and against you. I am not fit to be called your son.'
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Israel
Learn this lesson by heart: Jehovah your God disciplined you like parents discipline their children.
He humbled you (allowed you to suffer) with hunger and then fed you with manna. Neither you nor your fathers had seen this before. He did this to teach you that a person cannot live on bread alone but must live on all (everything) (every word) that proceeds from the mouth of Jehovah.
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Jonah
My life was leaving me and I remembered Jehovah! My prayer came to you, into your Holy Temple.
Faith » Exemplified
What more shall I say? For the time will fail me if I tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets, who through faith subdued kingdoms, affected righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,
And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, did not receive the promise.
Faith » Exemplified » moses
By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the anger of the king. He endured, by seeing him who is invisible.
Faith » Exemplified » Daniel
Daniel knew that the decree was signed. He went into his house. His windows were open in his chamber toward Jerusalem. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, like he did before.
The king was very happy. He commanded that they take Daniel out of the den. So Daniel was taken out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found on him, because he trusted in his God.
Faith » Exemplified » Philippian jailor
He took them to his house and fed them. They rejoiced along with his entire house, having believed in God.
They said: Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your house.
Faith » Exemplified » Thessalonians
We continually remember your work of faith, labor of love, and patience, and your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, before our God and Father.
Faith » Exemplified » Colossians
We have heard about your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love you have for all the holy ones.
Faith » Exemplified » Joseph
By faith Joseph, when his end was near, mentioned the departure of the children of Israel. Then he gave orders concerning his bones.
Faith » Exemplified » isaac
Faith » Exemplified » jacob
By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph. He worshipped while leaning upon the top of his staff.
Faith » Exemplified » Rahab
By faith Rahab the harlot did not perish with the disobedient, after she welcomed the spies in peace.
Faith » Exemplified » Peter
Faith » Exemplified » Caleb
Caleb told the people to be quiet and listen to Moses. Caleb said: Let us go now and take possession of the land. We should be more than able to conquer it.
Faith » Exemplified » Lois
I am mindful of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.
Faith » Exemplified » Paul
I have fought the good fight! I have finished the course! I have kept the faith!
Faith » Exemplified » Enoch
By faith Enoch was moved (transferred) (removed) so that he would not see death. He was not found, because God had moved him away. Before he was moved away he saw that he had pleased God well. (Genesis 5:24)
Faith » Exemplified » Abel
By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain. Through this he was commended as righteous. God testified about his gifts. Thus through faith he still speaks even though he is dead.
Faith » Exemplified » Noah
By faith Noah, being warned by God about things not seen as yet, moved with godly respect. He prepared an ark to save his house. By his faith he condemned the world and became an heir of the righteousness that is according to faith.
Faith » Exemplified » Shadrach
If it is so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the blazing furnace. He will deliver us out of your hand, O king.
Faith » Exemplified » Sergius paulus
When he saw what was done the deputy believed. He was astonished at the teaching of God.
Faith » Exemplified » The disciples
We are sure you know all things and have no need that any man ask you questions. Because of this we believe you came from God.
Faith » Exemplified » Martha
She said: Yes Lord, I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God who is to come into the world.
Faith » Exemplified » Thomas
Faith » Exemplified » Romans
First, I thank my God for all of you through Jesus Christ, for your faith is reported throughout the whole world.
Faith » Exemplified » Woman who was a sinner
Faith » Exemplified » Samaritans
Many Samaritans of that city put faith (believed) in him because of what the woman said: He told me everything I have ever done.
Faith » Exemplified » Job
Faith » Exemplified » Stephen
The idea pleased the whole congregation. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of Holy Spirit, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch,
Faith » Exemplified » priests
The word of God increased. The number of the disciples greatly multiplied in Jerusalem. Even a great number of priests became obedient to the faith.
Faithfulness » Exemplified
So then those who have faith are blessed with the faithful Abraham.
Indeed Moses was faithful in His house, as a ministering servant, for a testimony of the things to be spoken afterwards.
But this is not the way I treat my servant Moses. He is the most faithful person in my household.
You saw that his heart was true to you, and made an agreement with him to give the land of the Canaanite, the Hittite, the Amorite and the Perizzite and the Jebusite and the Girgashite, even to give it to his seed, and you have done what you said; for righteousness is yours.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Paul
I did not shrink from declaring to you anything that was profitable, and teaching you publicly, and from house to house.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Timothy
I send Timothy, my beloved son faithful in the Lord, to you for this purpose. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ, just as I teach it in every congregation.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Joseph
he put him in charge of the other prisoners and of everything that was done in the jail. The jailer did not worry about anything, because Jehovah was with Joseph and made him successful in all that he did.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Antipas
I know where you live and where the throne of Satan is. You cling to my name and have not denied my faith, even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness. He was killed among you, where Satan dwells.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » David
Ahimelech asked the king: But whom among all your officials can you trust like David? Your Majesty, he is your son-in-law, the commander of your bodyguard. He is honored in your own household.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Hananiah
I appointed my brother Hanani, and Hananiah, the ruler of the tower, responsible for the government of Jerusalem. For he was a man of good faith, respecting God more than most.
Faithfulness » Exemplified » Daniel
Then the commissioners and the governors sought to find a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom. They could find no charge, nor error, nor fault, for he was faithful.
Fatherless » Exemplified
This is the genealogy of Terah. Terah became the father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran. And Haran became the father of Lot. While his father Terah was still alive, Haran died in Ur of the Chaldeans, in the land of his birth.
Fatherless » Exemplified » Joash
King Ahaziah's mother Athaliah learned of her son's murder. She gave orders for all the members of the royal family to be killed. Only Ahaziah's son Jehoash escaped. He was about to be killed with the others, but was rescued by his aunt Jehosheba, who was King Jehoram's daughter and Ahaziah's half sister. She hid him and his nurse in a bedroom in the Temple. Jehosheba took care of the boy and kept him hidden in the Temple for six years. During this time Athaliah ruled as queen. read more.
In the seventh year Jehoiada the priest sent for the officers in charge of the royal bodyguard and of the palace guards, and told them to come to the Temple. He made them agree under oath to what he planned to do. He showed them King Ahaziah's son Joash and gave them the following orders: When you come on duty on the Sabbath, one third of you are to guard the palace. One third are to stand guard at the Sur Gate. The other third are to stand guard at the gate behind the other guards. The two groups that go off duty on the Sabbath are to stand guard at the Temple to protect the king. You are to guard King Jehoash with drawn swords and stay with him wherever he goes. Anyone who comes near you is to be killed. The officers obeyed Jehoiada's instructions and brought their men to him, those going off duty on the Sabbath and those going on duty. He gave the officers the spears and shields that had belonged to King David and had been kept in the Temple. He stationed the men with drawn swords all around the front of the Temple, to protect the king. Then Jehoiada led Joash out and placed the crown on his head. He gave him a copy of the laws governing kingship. Then Jehoash was anointed and proclaimed king. The people clapped their hands and shouted: Long live the king!
Fatherless » Exemplified » Daughters of zelophehad
Zelophehad, son of Hepher, grandson of Gilead, descendant of Machir, whose father was Manasseh, belonged to the families of Manasseh, son of Joseph. Their names were Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. They came to Moses and stood in front of him, the priest Eleazar, the leaders, and the entire congregation at the entrance to the tent of meeting. They said: Our father died in the desert. He was not a part of Korah's followers who joined forces against Jehovah. He died for his own sin and left no sons. read more.
Why should our father's name be allowed to die out in his family because he had no son? Give us property among our father's relatives. So Moses brought their case to Jehovah.
Fatherless » Exemplified » Jotham
Think about it, Jotham continued: 'Were you really honest and sincere when you made Abimelech king? Have you respected Gideon's memory? Did you treat his family properly, as his actions deserved? My father fought for you. He risked his life to deliver you from the Midianites. Today you turned against my father's family. You killed his sons, seventy men on a single stone. And this because Abimelech, his son by his servant woman, is your relative, you have made him king of Shechem. read more.
If you have acted in truth and sincerity today to Gideon and his family then be happy with Abimelech and let him be happy with you. But if not, may fire blaze out from Abimelech and burn up the men of Shechem and Bethmillo. May fire blaze out from the men of Shechem and Bethmillo and burn Abimelech up.' Jotham ran away to Beer and lived there, for fear of Abimelech his brother.
Fatherless » Exemplified » Mephibosheth
The king asked him: Is there anyone left of Saul's family to whom I can show loyalty and kindness? I promised God I would. Ziba answered: There is still one of Jonathan's sons. He is crippled.
Fatherless » Exemplified » Esther
And he had been a father to Hadassah who is Esther, the daughter of his father's brother: for she had no father or mother. When her father and mother were dead, Mordecai took her for his daughter. She was very beautiful.
Godly Fear » Exemplified
No one in this house is greater than I. He has kept nothing back from me except you. You are his wife. How could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?
Godly Fear » Exemplified » Nehemiah
Earlier rulers who came before me made the people responsible for their upkeep, and took from them bread and wine at the rate of forty shekels of silver. Even their servants were lords over the people. But I did not do so, out of reverence for God.
Godly Fear » Exemplified » Abraham
Do not hurt the boy or harm him in any way! The angel said. Now I know that you truly obey God, because you were willing to offer him your only son.
Godly Fear » Exemplified » Noah
By faith Noah, being warned by God about things not seen as yet, moved with godly respect. He prepared an ark to save his house. By his faith he condemned the world and became an heir of the righteousness that is according to faith.
Godly Fear » Exemplified » Primitive Christians
The congregations throughout all Judea, Galilee and Samaria, were built up. They walked in deep respect for Jehovah and were comforted by the Holy Spirit and continued to grow.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » saul
At once Saul fell down and lay stretched out on the ground. He was terrified by what Samuel said. He was weak because he had not eaten anything all day and all night.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Philistines
There was panic among the army in the field. All the troops in the military post trembled with fear. The raiding party also trembled in fear. The earth shook, and there was a panic sent from God.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Midianites
Every man stood in his place around the camp. The army ran, and cried, and fled. The three hundred blew the trumpets. Jehovah set every man's sword against his companions. They turned on each other throughout all the army. The army fled to Beth-shittah in Zererath, and to the border of Abel-meholah, to Tabbath.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Adonijah's guests
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Adam
He (Adam) answered: I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Cain
You are driving me from the land today. I will be hidden from your presence. I will be a restless (homeless) wanderer on the earth. And whoever finds me will kill me.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Belshazzar
Then the king's countenance (appearance) changed in him. His thoughts troubled him. The joints of his loins were loosed, and his knees struck one against the other.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Felix
He reasoned about righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come. Felix trembled, and answered: Go your way for now. When I have time I will send for you.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Haman
Esther said: Our hater and attacker is this evil Haman. Then Haman was full of fear before the king and the queen.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Ahaz
A report was made to the house of David saying: Aram has allied itself with Ephraim. The heart of Ahaz and the heart of his people shook (their courage failed) as the trees of the forest shake before the wind.
unholy Fear » Exemplified » Pilate
Flattery » Exemplified » Woman of tekoah
I can rest easy now that you have given your decision. You know the difference between right and wrong just like an angel of God. I pray that Jehovah your God will be with you.
Your servant Joab has done this to view this matter from a different angle. You are as wise as an angel of God (messenger of God), who knows everything on earth.
Flattery » Exemplified » False prophets
The messenger who went to get Micaiah said to him: All the other prophets have prophesied success for the king. You had better do the same.
Flattery » Exemplified » Darius's advisorss
All the governors of the kingdom, the deputies and the governors, the counselors consulted together to establish a royal statute. They made a strong decree, that whoever prays to any god or man for thirty days, except to you, O king, shall be thrown into the den of lions.
Fools » Exemplified » Israel
My people are fools. They do not know me. They are stupid people. They do not understand. They are experts in doing wrong, and they do not know how to do good.
Fools » Exemplified » Rehoboam
But he paid no attention to the opinion of the elders. He went to the young men who were his advisors:
Forgiveness of injuries » Exemplified
The king ordered Joab, Abishai, and Ittai: Treat the young man Absalom gently for my sake. All the troops heard him give the commanders this order regarding Absalom.
David stopped his men by saying this to them. He did not let them attack Saul. Saul left the cave and went out onto the road.
Forgiveness of injuries » Exemplified » Joseph
Even though you planned evil against me, God planned good to come out of it. This was to keep many people alive, as he is doing now. You have nothing to fear. I will take care of you and your children. So he reassured them with kind words that touched their hearts.
Forgiveness of injuries » Exemplified » Solomon
King Solomon then sent for Adonijah and had him brought down from the altar. Adonijah went to the king and bowed low before him. The king said to him: You may go home.
Forgiveness of injuries » Exemplified » Stephen
He kneeled down and cried with a loud voice: Jehovah, do not charge this sin against them. After saying this he fell asleep in death.
Forsaking God » Exemplified
Woe to the sinful nation, people heavy with iniquity, a seed of evildoers, sons who are corrupt! They have forsaken Jehovah! They have despised the Holy One of Israel. They have turned away from him.
You left me, declares Jehovah. You turned your back on me. So I will stretch out my hand against you (use my power against you) and destroy you. I am tired of showing compassion to you.
Rehoboam established his kingdom and made himself strong. He and all Israel abandoned Jehovah's teachings.
So Edom rebelled against Judah's rule and is still independent today. At the same time Edom rebelled, Libnah rebelled because Jehoram had abandoned Jehovah the God of his ancestors.
Every morning and every evening they offer him incense and animal sacrifices burned whole. They present the offerings of bread on a table that is ritually clean, and every evening they light the lamps on the gold lamp stand. We do what Jehovah has commanded! But you have abandoned him!
Forsaking God » Exemplified » Children of israel
Again they cried to Jehovah for help! They said: 'We have sinned, because we turned away from you, Jehovah. We worshiped the idols of the Baals and the Ashtoreth (Greek: Astarte). Rescue us from our enemies. We will worship you!'
Forsaking God » Exemplified » saul
I am sorry that I made Saul king. He has turned away from me and disobeyed my commands. Samuel was angry. All night long he pleaded with Jehovah.
Forsaking God » Exemplified » Ahab
Then he said in answer: I have not made trouble for Israel. You and your family have. You have disobeyed Jehovah's commands and have gone after the Baals.
Forsaking God » Exemplified » Amon
Amon turned away from Jehovah the God of his fathers. He did not walk in his ways.
Forsaking God » Exemplified » balaam
They went astray, forsaking the right way. They followed the way of Balaam, the son of Beor, who loved the wages of wrongdoing.
Forsaking God » Exemplified » Many disciples
After this many of his disciples returned to their old ways. They did not walk with him anymore.
Glorifying God » Exemplified
The people marveled as they saw the mute speak, the crippled and lame walk, and the blind see. They glorified the God of Israel.
But when the people saw it, they marveled, and glorified God who had given such authority to men.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The multitude
The people marveled as they saw the mute speak, the crippled and lame walk, and the blind see. They glorified the God of Israel.
But when the people saw it, they marveled, and glorified God who had given such authority to men.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Paul
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Abraham
Yet, he looked to the promise of God. He did not waver through unbelief, but grew strong through faith. He gave the glory to God!
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The church at jerusalem
When they heard this they objected no more and praised God, saying: God has granted the people of the nations repentance to life.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Woman with infirmity
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Gentiles at antioch
And when the people of the nations heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of God. As many as were receptive to eternal life believed.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Leper
Glorifying God » Exemplified » David
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Man sick of the palsy
Immediately he rose up before them, took his bed and departed to his house, glorifying God.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Angels
Glory to God in the highest. Peace on earth among men with whom he is pleased.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » Mary » Mother of jesus
Mary said: My life magnifies Jehovah my God. (1 Samuel 2:1)
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The gentiles (non-jewish people) at antioch (of syria)
And when the people of the nations heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of God. As many as were receptive to eternal life believed.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The leper whom jesus healed
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The woman with infirmity
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The blind man
Immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God. All the people who saw it praised God.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The centurion
The centurion saw what was done and glorified God, saying: Certainly this was a righteous man.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » By jesus
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The congregation at jerusalem
I said, 'No Lord, for nothing defiled or unclean has at any time entered into my mouth.'
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The man sick with palsy
Immediately he rose up before them, took his bed and departed to his house, glorifying God.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The shepherds
The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » The angels
Glory to God in the highest. Peace on earth among men with whom he is pleased.
Glorifying God » Exemplified » By david
Gluttony » Exemplified
Some foreigners among the Israelites had a strong craving for other kinds of food. Even the Israelites cried again and said: If only we had meat to eat!
Let no one become immoral or unspiritual like Esau. He sold his birthright for a single meal! Afterward, you know, he wanted to receive (inherit) his father's blessing. He was turned back, because he could not find any way to change what he had done. He was in tears when he looked for it.
He said to Jacob: I am starving! Give me some of that red stuff. (That is why he was named Edom.) Jacob answered: I will give it to you if you give me your birthright as the firstborn son. Esau said: All right! I am about to die. What good are rights as firstborn to me? read more.
Jacob answered: First make a vow that you will give me your birthright. Esau made the vow and gave his rights as firstborn to Jacob. Jacob gave him some bread and some of the soup. He ate and drank and then got up and left. Esau did not care about his birthright.
In their heart they put God to the test by asking food according to their desire.
Gluttony » Exemplified » Belshazzar
King Belshazzar held a great feast for a thousand of his lords, and drank wine with them.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Exemplified » Israel
While the meat was still in their mouths, before they had even had a chance to chew it, Jehovah became angry with the people and struck them with a severe plague.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Israel
While the meat was still in their mouths, before they had even had a chance to chew it, Jehovah became angry with the people and struck them with a severe plague.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Herod
Dressed in royal apparel, Herod delivered a public address to the people on a special day. The people shouted: It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. Immediately the angel of God killed him, because he did not give God the glory. He was eaten by worms and died.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Haman
Then on that day Haman went out full of joy and glad in heart. When he saw Mordecai in the king's gate and he did not get to his feet or give any sign of fear before him, Haman was full of wrath against Mordecai. But controlling himself, he went to his house; and he sent for his friends and Zeresh, his wife. He gave them an account of the glories of his wealth. The number of children he had. He recalled the ways in which he had been honored by the king. How the king put him over the captains and servants of the king.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Exemplified » Belshazzar
King Belshazzar held a great feast for a thousand of his lords, and drank wine with them.
Hatred » Exemplified » Cain
While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him.
He did not look with favor on Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his face was downcast (he had a bad attitude).
Hatred » Exemplified » Enemies of the jews
Now on the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, which is the month Adar, when the time came for the king's order to be put into effect, on the very day when the enemies of the Jews hoped to rule over them the opposite occurred, and the Jews had rule over their enemies.
So the Jews overcame all their attackers with the sword and with death and destruction, and did to their enemies whatever they had a desire to do.
Hatred » Exemplified » saul
Saul became very angry because he considered this saying to be insulting. He said: To David they credit tens of thousands but to me they credit only a few thousand. The only thing left for David is my kingdom. He was jealous and suspicious of David from that day on.
Hatred » Exemplified » Esau
So Esau bore a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing with which his father had blessed him. Esau said to himself: The days of mourning for my father are near. Then I will kill my brother Jacob.
Hatred » Exemplified » Enemies of daniel
Then the commissioners and the governors sought to find a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom. They could find no charge, nor error, nor fault, for he was faithful. These men said: We shall not find any charge against Daniel, unless we find it against him in the Law of his God. Then these commissioners and governors assembled before the king, and said: King Darius, may you live for a very long time. read more.
All the governors of the kingdom, the deputies and the governors, the counselors consulted together to establish a royal statute. They made a strong decree, that whoever prays to any god or man for thirty days, except to you, O king, shall be thrown into the den of lions. Now, O king, establish the decree by signing the document. That it will not be changed, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be altered. King Darius signed the document for the decree. Daniel knew that the decree was signed. He went into his house. His windows were open in his chamber toward Jerusalem. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, like he did before. These men assembled together. They found Daniel making petition and supplication before his God. They approached the king about his decree: Did you sign a decree stating that every man that shall make petition to any god or man within thirty days, except to you, O king, shall be thrown into the den of lions? The king answered: The thing is true, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which may not be altered. Then they said: Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, does not show you respect, O king, nor the decree that you signed. He offers his prayer three times a day. Then the king, when he heard these words, was very displeased with himself. He was determined that Daniel not be delivered to him; and he labored all day to rescue him. Then these men assembled before the king and said: Know, O king that it is a law of the Medes and Persians, that no decree or statute that the king establishes may be changed.
Hatred » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Joseph's brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them. They hated Joseph and could not speak to him in a friendly way.
Hatred » Exemplified » Haman
Haman saw that Mordecai did not go before him and give him honor. Haman was very angry. But it was not enough for him to attack Mordecai only. They made clear to him who Mordecai's people were. So Haman made it his purpose to put an end to all the Jews, even Mordecai's people, through all the kingdom of Ahasuerus.
Hatred » Exemplified » Ahab
Ahab answered: There is one more, Micaiah son of Imlah. But I hate him because he never prophesies anything good for me, always something bad. The king should not say such things! Jehoshaphat replied.
Hatred » Exemplified » Men of gilead
Jephthah answered: You hated me so much that you forced me to leave my father's house. Why have you come to me now that you are in trouble?
Hatred to Christ » Exemplified » Jews
Pilate said to them: What am I to do with Jesus, the one called Christ? They all said: Put him to death. Impale him! What evil has he done? Pilate asked. But they shouted: Impale him!
Hatred to Christ » Exemplified » Chief priests
It was morning. The chief priests and those in authority conspired to put Jesus to death. They tied his hands with cords and led him to the ruler, Pilate.
Holiness » Exemplified » Paul
You and God are witnesses, how devoutly and righteously, without blame, we behaved toward you who believe!
Holiness » Exemplified » Israel
Israel was dedicated (consecrated) to Jehovah. It was the best part of the harvest. All who consumed it became guilty, and disaster struck them,' says Jehovah.
Holiness » Exemplified » Wives of patriarchs
The holy women of old, who hoped in God, adorned themselves this way, being submissive to their own husbands.
Holiness » Exemplified » David
Protect me, for I am a godly man. You are my God. Save your servant who trusts you.
Holiness » Exemplified » John the baptist
But Herod feared John. He knew he was a righteous and holy man so he kept him safe. That is why he listened to John but was perplexed.
Holiness » Exemplified » Prophets
He spoke by the mouth of his holy prophets from ages past.
Hope » Exemplified » Thessalonians
We continually remember your work of faith, labor of love, and patience, and your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, before our God and Father.
Hope » Exemplified » Abraham
In hope against hope Abraham believed that he might become a father of many nations, according to that which had been spoken: So your descendants will be.
Hope » Exemplified » David
Hope » Exemplified » Paul
I have hope toward God, which they also accept, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the righteous and the unrighteous.
Humility » Exemplified
Moses said: O Jehovah I am not a man of words. I have never been so, and am not now, even after what you have said to your servant. Talking is hard for me, and I am slow of tongue.
I am so insignificant. How can I answer you? I will put my hand over my mouth.
Humility » Exemplified » Manasseh
When he experienced distress, he begged Jehovah his God to be kind and humbled himself in front of the God of his ancestors.
Humility » Exemplified » hezekiah
Hezekiah and the people living in Jerusalem humbled themselves when they realized they had become conceited. Thus Jehovah did not vent his anger on them during Hezekiah's time.
Humility » Exemplified » Josiah
You had a change of heart and humbled yourself in front of God when you heard my words against this place and those who live here. You humbled yourself, tore your clothes in distress, and cried in front of me. So I will listen to you, proclaims Jehovah.
Humility » Exemplified » David
Yet my people and I cannot really give you anything. This is because everything is a gift from you, and we have only given back what is yours already.
Humility » Exemplified » Woman of canaan
She said: Yes, Lord; but even the dogs take the scraps from under their masters' table.
Humility » Exemplified » Abraham
Then Abraham answered and said: Indeed now, I who am only dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah:
Humility » Exemplified » jacob
I am less than nothing in comparison with all your love and your faithfulness to me your servant. I only had a stick in my hand when I traveled across Jordan. Now I have become two armies.
Humility » Exemplified » John the baptist
I need to be baptized by you, John said. Why are you coming to me?
Humility » Exemplified » gideon
Gideon replied: But Jehovah, how can I rescue Israel? My clan is the weakest in the tribe of Manasseh. I am the least important member of my family.
Humility » Exemplified » Isaiah
Woe to me! I cried. I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips (a sinner) and I live among a people of unclean (filthy) lips (speech) (language). My eyes have seen the King, Jehovah of Hosts.
Humility » Exemplified » Joshua
And Joshua ripped his clothes, and fell to the earth upon his face before the Ark of Jehovah until evening. He threw dust on his head. The elders of Israel did the same.
Humility » Exemplified » Paul
serving the Lord with all lowliness of mind, and with tears, and with trials that came on me by the plots of the Jews.
Humility » Exemplified » Peter
When Simon Peter saw this he fell down at Jesus' knees. He said: Depart from me for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
Hypocrites » Exemplified » Judas
Hypocrites » Exemplified » Simon
Simon also believed. When he was baptized he continued with Philip, amazed by the miracles and signs he saw. When the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them. Peter and John prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Spirit. read more.
They were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus but had not yet received the Spirit. So they laid their hands on them and they received the Holy Spirit. When Simon saw the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered them money. Simon said: Give me this power that on whomever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Spirit. Peter said to him: Your money will perish with you, because you think that the gift of God may be purchased with money. You have no part or share in this matter for your heart is not right in the sight of God. Repent of this wickedness, and pray to God, that the thought in your heart may be forgiven you. For I perceive that you are full of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity.
Hypocrites » Exemplified » Cain
As time went by, Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to Jehovah.
Hypocrites » Exemplified » Ananias
But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. They kept back part of the money. His wife was also knowledgeable of the transaction. They brought part of the funds to the apostles. Peter said: Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit, and to keep back part of the money from the land sale? read more.
While it remained, was it not your own? And after it was sold, was it not in your power? Why did you conceive this thing in your heart? You have not lied to men, but to God. Hearing these words Ananias fell down and died. Great fear came over all those who heard these things. The young men arose, covered him up, and carried him out, and buried him. About three hours later, his wife, not knowing what was done, came in. Peter said to her: Tell me whether you sold the land for such a price? And she said: Yes, we did.
Idleness and sloth » Exemplified » Thessalonians
We say this because we hear that there are people among you who are lazy and who do nothing except meddle in other people's business.
Idleness and sloth » Exemplified » Watchmen
Israel's watchmen are blind. They all lack knowledge they are all mute dogs. They cannot bark. They just lie around and dream, they love to sleep.
Idolatry » Exemplified
The people saw that Moses delayed coming down from the mountain. They gathered around Aaron. They said to him: We do not know what has happened to Moses, the man who led us out of Egypt. Make gods to lead us.
They made themselves servants of disgusting things. Even though Jehovah said: You should not do this.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Ahaz
He burned sacrifices in the valley of Ben Hinnom. He sacrificed his son by burning him alive. This was one of the disgusting things done by the nations that Jehovah had driven out from the land Israel possessed.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Manasseh
He built heathen altars in the Temple of Jehovah. The same Temple that Jehovah spoke of when he said: In Jerusalem will I put my name. And he built altars for all the stars of heaven in the two outer courts of the Temple of Jehovah. He made his own son pass through fire. He burned him as an offering to Molech. He practiced reading the future; gave positions to those who had control of spirits and to wonder-workers. He did much evil in the eyes of Jehovah and provoked him to anger. read more.
He made an image of the goddess Asherah and set it in the Temple of Jehovah. This is the same Temple that Jehovah said to David and to Solomon his son: In this house, and in Jerusalem, the town which I have made mine out of all the tribes of Israel, I will put my name forever (for a very long time).
Idolatry » Exemplified » Judah
Judah, you have as many gods as you have cities. You have set up many altars in Jerusalem to sacrifice to Baal. You have as many detestable altars as there are streets in Jerusalem.'
Idolatry » Exemplified » People of lystra
Seeing what Paul did, the crowd lifted up their voice, saying in Lycaonian: The gods have come down to us, becoming like men. They called Barnabas, Jupiter; and Paul, Mercurius, because he was the chief speaker.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Sennacherib
While he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, Adrammelech and Sharezer assassinated him. They escaped to the land of Ararat. His son Esarhaddon succeeded him as king.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Jeroboam
After asking for advice, the king made two golden calves. He said: You have been worshiping in Jerusalem long enough. Israel, here are your gods who brought you out of Egypt.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Micah
He returned them to his mother. She took two hundred of the pieces of silver and gave them to a metalworker. The metalworker made an idol, carving it from wood and covering it with the silver. It was placed in Micah's house. Micah had his own place of worship. He made some idols and an ephod, and appointed one of his sons as his priest.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Ahab
It was as if he copied the evil ways of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat. He took as his wife Jezebel, daughter of Ethbaal, king of Zidon, and became a servant and worshipper of Baal.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Amon
He followed all the practices of his father. He was a servant and worshipper of the false gods to which his father had been a servant.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Belshazzar
You lifted yourself up against the Lord of heaven. They have brought the vessels of his house before you and your lords, wives and concubines. They drank wine from them. You praise the gods of silver and gold, of copper, iron, wood, and stone, which you do not see, nor hear, nor know. You have not glorified the God whose hand holds your breath and life.
Idolatry » Exemplified » Nebuchadnezzar
Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold. He set it up in the plain of Dura, the province of Babylon. It was ninety feet tall and nine feet wide.
Ignorance of God » Exemplified
For forty years I was grieved with this generation. I said: It is a people who go astray in their hearts, and they have not known my ways.
The bull knows its owner, and donkey knows where its master feeds it. But Israel does not know. My people do not understand!
Ignorance of God » Exemplified » False prophets
Israel's watchmen are blind. They all lack knowledge they are all mute dogs. They cannot bark. They just lie around and dream, they love to sleep. They are dogs with mighty appetites. They never have enough! They are shepherds who lack understanding. They all turn to their own way and each one seeks dishonest (unjust) gain.
Ignorance of God » Exemplified » Paul
I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and a violent aggressor. I was shown mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
Ignorance of God » Exemplified » Gentiles
However at that time, you did not know God. You were in bondage to things that are really not gods at all.
Ignorance of God » Exemplified » Pharaoh
But Pharaoh responded: Who is Jehovah, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I do not know Jehovah, and besides, I will not let Israel go.
Ignorance of God » Exemplified » Jews
[Jesus said: Father, forgive them for they do not know what they do.](This verse not found in older manuscripts.) They cast lots and divided his garments among themselves.
Industry » Exemplified
He was of the same trade as Paul. So he stayed with them and worked at their tentmaker trade.
We labor, working with our own hands. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it;
Industry » Exemplified » David
Are these all the sons you have? Samuel asked. There is still the youngest one, Jesse answered. He is tending sheep. Samuel responded: Send someone to get him. We will not continue until he gets here.
Industry » Exemplified » Jeroboam
Jeroboam was a capable and responsible man. Solomon saw that he was a good worker and made him overseer of all the work given to the sons of Joseph.
Industry » Exemplified » Jewish elders
The responsible men of the Jews went on with their building and progressed rapidly. The teaching of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah, the son of Iddo, helped them. They went on building till it was complete. They kept the word of the God of Israel, and the orders of Cyrus, and Darius, and Artaxerxes, king of Persia. The construction of this house was complete on the third day of the month Adar, in the sixth year of the rule of Darius the king.
Industry » Exemplified » Rachel
While he was still speaking with them, Rachel came with her father's sheep, for she was a shepherdess.
Industry » Exemplified » jacob
You both know that I have worked for your father with all my strength.
Industry » Exemplified » Jethro's daughters
When he was old enough, she took him to the king's daughter, who adopted him. She named him Moses because she said: I pulled him out of the water.
Industry » Exemplified » Ruth
Ruth the Moabitess said to Naomi: Now let me go into the fields and pick up the heads of grain after anyone in whose eyes I find favor. She said to her: Go, my daughter. So she went and picked up the heads of grain in the field after the cutters. By chance she went into that part of the field owned by Boaz, who was of the family of Elimelech.
Industry » Exemplified » Dorcas
Peter went to them right a way. When he arrived they brought him into the upper chamber. All the widows stood by him weeping and showing the coats and garments that Dorcas made while she was with them.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Nabal
David thought: I guarded this man's possessions in the desert for nothing! Not one of his possessions was missing. Yet, he paid me back with evil when I was good to him.
David sent ten young men to Nabal. David said to them: Go up to Carmel and go to Nabal, and say kind words to him in my name. Say to him: 'May you live long! May you, your home, and all you have prosper! I hear that your sheepshearers are with you. Your shepherds have been with us. We have not mistreated them. Nothing of theirs has been missing as long as they have been in Carmel. read more.
Ask your shepherds. They will tell you the same thing. My servants are your servants. You are like a father to me. This is a day for celebrating. Please be kind and share some of your food with us.' David's men went to Nabal and gave him David's message. They waited for Nabal's answer. This is what he said: Who does this David think he is? That son of Jesse is just one more slave on the run from his master. There are too many of them now days. What makes you think I would give you the bread and water, and the meat that I cooked for my own servants? I do not even know where you are from.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Men of keilah
Will the citizens of Keilah hand my men and me over to Saul? David asked. Jehovah answered: They will hand you over.
David and his men went to Keilah and fought the Philistines. They drove off their livestock, and overwhelmingly defeated them. So David rescued the people who lived in Keilah.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Joash
King Joash forgot that Zechariah's father had always been a loyal friend. So when the people of Judah plotted to kill Zechariah, Joash joined them and gave orders for them to stone him to death in the courtyard of the Temple. As Zechariah was dying, he said: I pray that Jehovah will see this and punish all of you.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Laban
You both know that I have worked for your father with all my strength. Yet he has cheated me. He changed my wages ten times. However, God did not let him harm me.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » saul
He said: David, you are a better person than I am. You treated me with kindness when I was cruel to you.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Chief butler
Yet the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph. In fact he forgot him.
Ingratitude » Exemplified » Israel
Moses cried out to Jehovah: What should I do with these people? They are almost ready to stone me!
Ingratitude to God » Exemplified » Israel
Ingratitude to God » Exemplified » saul
Samuel said to Saul: You are little in your own eyes. Even though you are a leader of all of the tribes of Israel that Jehovah anointed king over Israel. Jehovah sent you on a mission. He said: Go and destroy those sinners, the Amalekites. Fight against them until every one is dead. Why then did you not obey the voice of Jehovah? Why did you pounce on the plunder? Why did you do evil in the sight of Jehovah?
Ingratitude to God » Exemplified » David
You are that man! Nathan said to David. And this is what the Lord Jehovah the God of Israel says: 'I made you king of Israel and rescued you from Saul. I gave you his kingdom and his wives. Then I made you king over Israel and Judah. If this had not been enough, I would have given you twice as much. Why have you disobeyed my commands? Why did you do this evil thing? You had Uriah killed in battle! You let the Ammonites kill him. Then you took his wife!
Ingratitude to God » Exemplified » Nebuchadnezzar
O you king, the Most High God gave Nebuchadnezzar your father the kingdom, and greatness, and glory, and majesty. Because of the greatness he gave him, all the peoples, nations, and languages trembled and feared before him. Whom he chose he killed and whom he chose he kept alive. Whom he chose he raised up, and whom he chose he put down. But when his heart was lifted up, and his spirit was hardened with pride he dealt proudly. He was deposed from his kingly throne and they took his glory from him: read more.
He was driven from the sons of men, and his heart was made like the beasts. His dwelling was with the wild donkeys. He was fed with grass like oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven until he knew that the Most High God rules in the kingdom of men, and that he sets up over it whomever he will.
Ingratitude to God » Exemplified » Lepers
Jesus answered: Were all ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Were the others not willing to return with this foreigner to give glory to God?
Injustice » Exemplified » Pilate
Pilate saw that he could do nothing. The people were ready to cause much trouble. He took water and washed his hands in front of the people. He said: The blood of this man is not on my hands. You are responsible. The people answered: Let his blood be on us, and on our children. He set Barabbas free. He had Jesus whipped. Then he commanded that he be put to death on the stake.
Injustice » Exemplified
and threw Joseph in the same prison where the king's prisoners were kept. While Joseph was in prison,
Injustice » Exemplified » Sons of samuel
The sons did not follow their father's example but turned to dishonest ways of making money. They took bribes and denied people justice.
Injustice » Exemplified » Judas
Injustice » Exemplified » Jews
Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away. Truth has fallen in the street, and honesty cannot come in.
Injustice » Exemplified » Ahab, 1ki 21:10
Injustice » Exemplified » Festus
After two years Porcius Festus succeeded Felix. Felix was willing to show the Jews a favor. He left Paul in prison.
the Joy of God over his people » Exemplified
Praise Jehovah your God! He delighted in you and made you king of Israel. Jehovah's love for Israel is long lasting, he has made you king, to be their judge in righteousness.
Justice » Exemplified » Solomon
One day two women who were prostitutes came to the king. One of them said: Your Majesty, this woman and I live in the same house. I gave birth to a baby boy at home while she was there. Two days after my child was born she also gave birth to a baby boy. Only the two of us were there in the house. No one else was there. read more.
One night she accidentally rolled over on her baby and smothered it. She got up during the night and took my son from my side while I was asleep. She took him to her bed and put the dead child in my bed. The next morning I woke up and was going to nurse my baby. It was dead. I looked at it more closely and saw that it was not my child. The other woman said: The living child is mine, and the dead one is yours! The first woman answered back: The dead child is yours, and the living one is mine! They argued before the king. King Solomon said: Each of you claims that the living child is hers and that the dead child belongs to the other one. He sent for a sword. When it arrived, he said: Cut the living child in two and give each woman half of it. With a heart full of love for her son the real mother said: Please, Your Majesty, do not kill the child! Give it to her! But the other woman said: Do not give it to either of us cut it in two. Then Solomon said: Do not kill the child! Give it to the first woman. She is the real mother.
Justice » Exemplified » Josiah
Do you become a king because you are competing in cedar? Did not your father eat and drink and do justice and righteousness? Then it was well with him.
Justice » Exemplified » samuel
The people answered: You have not cheated us or oppressed us. You have not taken anything from anyone.
Justice » Exemplified » Joseph
Joseph was a member of the council and a good and righteous man. He was from Arimathaea a city of the Jews and was looking for the kingdom of God.
Justice » Exemplified » David
Justice » Exemplified » moses
Moses became angry and said to Jehovah: Do not accept their offering. I have not taken anything from them, not even a donkey. And I have not mistreated any of them.
Justification before God » Exemplified » Paul
I count all things to be loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. I suffered the loss of all things. Yet I count them as refuse (garbage) (dung) that I may gain Christ. I want to be united with him. I no longer want a righteousness of my own that is gained by obeying the law. The righteousness from God is by faith in Christ.
Justification before God » Exemplified » Abraham
He believed in Jehovah. Jehovah considered Abram's faith as his righteousness.
Liberality » Exemplified » David
You, your sons, and your servants will farm the land for your master Saul's family and bring in the harvest. This will provide food for them. Mephibosheth will always be a guest at my table. Ziba had fifteen sons and twenty servants.
David replied: Do not be afraid. I will be kind to you for the sake of your father Jonathan. I will give you back all the land that belonged to your grandfather Saul. You will always be welcome at my table.
Liberality » Exemplified » Shunammite
Let us build a small room on the roof, and put a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp in it. He can stay there when he visits us.
Elisha went to Shunem, where a rich woman lived. She invited him to a meal. From that time on every time he went to Shunem he would have his meals at her house.
Liberality » Exemplified » Judah
All the officials and all the people were filled with joy. They brought money and dropped it into the box until it was full. When the Levites brought the box to the king's officers and they saw a lot of money. The king's scribe and the chief priest's officer would empty the box and put it back in its place. They would do this every day. They collected a lot of money.
Liberality » Exemplified » Stephanas
I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus. For they have supplied what was lacking on your part.
Liberality » Exemplified » Jews
Some of the heads of families gave to the store for the work twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand, two hundred pounds of silver. That which the rest of the people gave was twenty thousand darics of gold, and two thousand pounds of silver, and sixty-seven priests' robes.
Liberality » Exemplified » Nebuzaradan
Today, I am removing the chains from your hands. If you would like to come with me to Babylon, come, and I will look after you. But if you do not want to come with me to Babylon, do not come. The whole land is yours. Go wherever you want. If you wish to remain, then go back to Gedaliah, son of Ahikam and grandson of Shaphan, whom the king of Babylon appointed to govern the cities of Judah. Live among the people with him, or go anywhere you want. The captain of the guard gave Jeremiah some food and a present and let him go.
Liberality » Exemplified » Barzillai
Here is a list of what they brought: sleeping mats, blankets, bowls, pottery jars, wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils,
Liberality » Exemplified » Church of antioch
The disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief to the brothers in Judea. They sent it to the elders through Barnabas and Saul.
Liberality » Exemplified » Nehemiah
Some of the heads of families gave money for the work. The Tirshatha gave to the store a thousand darics of gold, fifty basins, and five hundred and thirty priests' robes.
Liberality » Exemplified » Barnabas
Joses, who was surnamed Barnabas by the apostles, (this meaning: The son of consolation,) was a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus. He sold his land and brought the money to the apostles.
Liberality » Exemplified » Job
I was eyes to the blind, and feet to the lame. I was a father to the needy! I championed the cause of the stranger.
Liberality » Exemplified » Princes of israel
The leaders of Israel, the heads of the households, those tribal leaders who helped in the census came to give their offerings.
Liberality » Exemplified » Lydia
When she and her household were baptized she came to us saying, If you judge me to be faithful to God, come to my house, and stay there. She absolutely insisted that we come.
Liberality » Exemplified » Paul
You know that my own hands ministered to my necessities, and to those who were with me.
Liberality » Exemplified » Primitive Christians
They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all men, as every man had need.
Liberality » Exemplified » Dorcas
A disciple named Tabitha was at Joppa. Her name, when translated means Dorcas. This woman did many good works and gave gifts of mercy.
Liberality » Exemplified » Boaz
Pull some heads of grain out of what has been corded up and drop them for her to take. Say no sharp word to her.
Liberality » Exemplified » Joanna
Also healed was Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod's steward, and Susanna. There were many others, who supported them out of their private substance.
Longsuffering Of God » Exemplified
But he is compassionate. He forgave their sin. He did not destroy them. He restrained his anger many times. He did not display all of his fury.
For my name's sake I will be patient. For my glory's sake I will hold my anger back from you, and not destroy you.
Longsuffering Of God » Exemplified » Manasseh
Jehovah spoke to Manasseh and his people. But they would not pay attention. So Jehovah made the army commanders of the king of Assyria invade Judah. They took Manasseh captive, put a hook in his nose, put him in bronze shackles, and brought him to Babylon. When he experienced distress, he begged Jehovah his God to be kind and humbled himself in front of the God of his ancestors. read more.
He prayed to Jehovah. And Jehovah accepted his prayer and listened to his request. Jehovah brought him back to his kingdom in Jerusalem. Then Manasseh knew that Jehovah is God.
Longsuffering Of God » Exemplified » Paul
For this I obtained mercy, which in me as the foremost sinner Jesus Christ might show his long-suffering. This is for an example to those who should later believe in him for eternal life.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Joseph of arimathea
A disciple of Jesus named Joseph, a rich man from Arimathea, went to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus. Pilate commanded that it be given to him. Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth. read more.
He laid it in his own new tomb, which he had cut out of the rock. Then he rolled a great stone in front of the door of the tomb, and departed.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Peter
When they had eaten Jesus said to Simon Peter: Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these? He said: Yes Lord; you know I have affection for you. Jesus said to him: Feed my lambs. He spoke to him a second time: Simon, son of John, do you love me? He replied: Yes Lord, you know I have affection for you. Then Jesus said: Shepherd my sheep. The third time Jesus said to him: Simon, son of John, do you have affection for me? Peter was grieved. Because he said to him the third time, do you have affection for me? Peter replied: Lord, you know all things; you know I have affection for you! Jesus said to him: Feed my sheep.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Mary magdalene
Mary stood outside the tomb weeping. She stooped and looked into the tomb.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Certain women
Jesus turned to them and said: Daughters of Jerusalem do not weep for me but weep for yourselves and for your children.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Thomas
Thomas, who is called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples: Let us also go that we may die with him.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Paul
Why do you weep and break my heart? Paul answered: For I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.
Love to Christ » Exemplified » Penitent woman
She loved much! She has many sins and they are forgiven. When little is forgiven, little love is shown.
Love to man » Exemplified » Epaphroditus
because for the work of Christ he came near to death, risking his life to supply that which was lacking in your service toward me.
I find it necessary to send Epaphroditus to you. He is my brother and fellow-worker and fellow-soldier, and your messenger and minister to my need. He longed to see you and was worried because you had heard that he was sick.
Love to man » Exemplified
They continued daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house. They ate their food with gladness and singleness of heart.
You were at times publicly insulted and mistreated. Other times you were ready to join those who were being treated in this way. You shared the sufferings of prisoners. When all your belongings were seized, you endured your loss gladly. This is because you knew that you possessed something much better, which would last forever.
Love to man » Exemplified » Paul
O Corinthians, we have spoken openly to you, our (figurative) heart is wide open (enlarged). We do not restrict you, but you are restricted by your own affections.
Love to man » Exemplified » Thessalonians
Timothy came from you to us, and brought us good news about your faith and love. We want you to have good memories of us always, and that you desire to see us just as we also desire to see you.
Love to man » Exemplified » Colossians
We have heard about your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love you have for all the holy ones.
Love to man » Exemplified » Joseph
He kissed all his brothers and wept on them. Afterward his brothers talked with him.
Love to man » Exemplified » Aquila
Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus. They have risked their own necks for my life. I not only thank them but also the congregations of the nations give thanks.
Love to man » Exemplified » moses
He chose to share the bad treatment with the people of God, rather than enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
Love to man » Exemplified » Ruth
Ruth replied: Do not ask me to leave you! Let me go with you. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. Wherever you die, I will die. That is where I will be buried. May Jehovah's worst punishment come upon me if I let anything but death separate me from you!
Love to man » Exemplified » Jonathan, &c 1sa 20:17
Love to man » Exemplified » Lydia
When she and her household were baptized she came to us saying, If you judge me to be faithful to God, come to my house, and stay there. She absolutely insisted that we come.
Lying » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Then they killed a goat and dipped Joseph's robe in its blood. They took the robe to their father and said: We found this. Does it belong to your son?
Lying » Exemplified » Michal
Lying » Exemplified » saul
Samuel went up to Saul. Saul said: Jehovah bless you, Samuel! I have obeyed Jehovah's command.
Lying » Exemplified » Prophet of bethel
Then he said: I am a prophet like you. An angel said to me by the word of Jehovah, Take him back with you and give him food and water. But he lied to him.
Lying » Exemplified » Gibeonites
They said: From a very far country, your servants came because of the name of Jehovah your God, for we have heard about him and all he did in Egypt; and all that he did to the two kings of the Amorites, that were beyond Jordan, to Sihon king of Heshbon, and to Og king of Bashan, which was at Ashtaroth. Our elders and all the inhabitants of our country spoke to us, saying: 'Take provisions with you for the journey, and go to meet them, and say to them: We are your servants. Therefore make a treaty with us.' read more.
We took hot fresh bread for our provision out of our houses on the day we came to you. Now it is dry, and it is moldy: These bottles of wine, which we filled, were new and now they are cracked. Our garments and shoes have become old by reason of the very long journey.
Lying » Exemplified » David
The king ordered me to do something, David answered the priest Ahimelech, and he told me: No one must know anything about this mission I am sending you to do. I have stationed my young men at a certain place.
Lying » Exemplified » Sarah
Sarah denied saying: I did not laugh! She was afraid. He said: But you did laugh!
Lying » Exemplified » jacob
Jacob answered: I am your older son Esau. I have done as you told me. Please sit up and eat some of the meat that I brought you. Then you can give me your blessing.
Lying » Exemplified » Peter
Lying » Exemplified » Gehazi
Nothing is wrong, answered Gehazi. But my master sent me to tell you that just now two members of the group of prophets in the hill country of Ephraim arrived. He would like you to give them three thousand pieces of silver and two changes of fine clothes.
Lying » Exemplified » Samson
Delilah told Samson: You made a fool of me. What is the truth? Please tell me how someone could tie you up.
Lying » Exemplified » Cain
Jehovah asked Cain: Where is your brother Abel? I do not know, he replied. Am I my brother's keeper?
Lying » Exemplified
Lying » Exemplified » Cretans
One of them, a prophet of their own, said: Cretans are always liars, evil beasts, and idle gluttons.
Lying » Exemplified » Job's friends
Malice » Exemplified
Remember what Joab did to me by killing the two commanders of Israel's armies, Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether. You remember how he murdered them in time of peace. This was revenge for deaths they had caused in time of war. He killed innocent men. I bear the responsibility for what he did. I suffer the consequences.
Abner arrived in Hebron. Joab took him aside at the gate, as though he wanted to speak privately with him. There he stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner was murdered because he had killed Joab's brother Asahel.
King David arrived at Bahurim. A man who was a distant cousin of Saul came out cursing. His name was Shimei, son of Gera.
There is also Shimei son of Gera, from the town of Bahurim in Benjamin. He cursed me with a bitter curse the day I went to Mahanaim. When he met me at the Jordan River, I gave him my solemn promise in the name of Jehovah, saying, 'I will not have you killed by the sword.' However you must not let him go unpunished. You know what to do. You must make sure he is put to death.
Joab received news of this for Joab had been one of Adonijah's supporters. He was not on Absalom's side. Then Joab went in flight to the Tent of Jehovah and put his hands on the corners of the altar. When King Solomon heard about this he sent Benaiah son of Jehoiada to kill him. Benaiah went to the Tent of Jehovah and told Joab: Come out. Joab said: No! Let me die here. So Benaiah returned to the king and gave him the answer Joab gave him. read more.
The king said: Do as he said. Kill him there and bury him in the earth. This will remove the guilt of his senseless murders from my father's family and me. Jehovah will punish Joab for those murders he committed without my father David's knowledge. Joab killed two innocent men who were better men than he: Abner, commander of the army of Israel, and Amasa, commander of the army of Judah. Jehovah will repay him for the blood Joab shed. The blood will fall on Joab and on his descendants as long as they live. Jehovah will always give success to David's descendants who sit on his throne.
Malice » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
They said to one another: Look, here comes the hero of those dreams! Let us kill him and throw him into a water pit. We can say that some wild animal ate him. Then we will see what happens to those dreams.
Malice » Exemplified » saul
He was jealous and suspicious of David from that day on. The next day Jehovah let a distressing spirit take control of Saul. He began acting like a crazy man inside his house. David came to play the harp for Saul as usual. This time Saul had a spear in his hand. Saul balanced the spear in his hand and said: I will give David a blow! I will pin him to the wall. David got away from him twice.
Malice » Exemplified » Esau
So Esau bore a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing with which his father had blessed him. Esau said to himself: The days of mourning for my father are near. Then I will kill my brother Jacob.
Malice » Exemplified » Presidents
Then the commissioners and the governors sought to find a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom. They could find no charge, nor error, nor fault, for he was faithful. These men said: We shall not find any charge against Daniel, unless we find it against him in the Law of his God. Then these commissioners and governors assembled before the king, and said: King Darius, may you live for a very long time. read more.
All the governors of the kingdom, the deputies and the governors, the counselors consulted together to establish a royal statute. They made a strong decree, that whoever prays to any god or man for thirty days, except to you, O king, shall be thrown into the den of lions. Now, O king, establish the decree by signing the document. That it will not be changed, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be altered. King Darius signed the document for the decree.
Malice » Exemplified » Edomites
Because you have had everlasting enmity and have delivered the sons of Israel to the power of the sword (to die by warfare) at the time of their calamity, at the time of the punishment of the end.'
Malice » Exemplified » Haman
Haman saw that Mordecai did not go before him and give him honor. Haman was very angry. But it was not enough for him to attack Mordecai only. They made clear to him who Mordecai's people were. So Haman made it his purpose to put an end to all the Jews, even Mordecai's people, through all the kingdom of Ahasuerus.
Malice » Exemplified » Diotrephes
If I come, I will remind you of what he does. He unjustly accuses us with wicked words and is never satisfied. He does not allow the brothers to greet one another and he throws them out of the congregation.
Malice » Exemplified » Cain
He did not look with favor on Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his face was downcast (he had a bad attitude).
Malice » Exemplified » Herodias
Martyrdom » Exemplified
We should not be like Cain who was of the evil one, and killed his brother. Why did he murder him? It was because his works were evil, and his brother's were righteous.
While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him.
When Jezebel massacred the prophets of Jehovah, Obadiah took a hundred of them, and hid them secretly in a hole in the rock, fifty at a time, and gave them bread and water.
Saul was still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord. He went to the high priest.
He said: I have been zealous for Jehovah, the God of hosts. The children of Israel have not kept your agreement (covenant). They have destroyed your altars. They killed your prophets with the sword. I, even I, am the only one living. Now they seek to take my life too.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » Ahimelech and his fellow priests
The king said to Doeg: You turn around and attack the priests. Doeg the Edomite turned around and attacked the priests. That day he killed eighty-five men who wore the linen ephod. He also killed the people of Nob, the city of the priests. Using his sword, he killed men and women, children and infants, cows, donkeys, and sheep.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » Antipas
I know where you live and where the throne of Satan is. You cling to my name and have not denied my faith, even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness. He was killed among you, where Satan dwells.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » Urijah
They brought Uriah from Egypt and took him to King Jehoiakim. The king executed Uriah and threw his body into the burial ground for the common people.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » Peter
Truly, truly, I tell you, when you were young you dressed yourself and walked wherever you wanted. But when you become old, you stretch out your hands and another dresses you, and carries you where you do not want to go. Now this he spoke, signifying by what manner of death he should glorify God. After he spoke he said: Follow me.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » John the baptist
Martyrdom » Exemplified » Stephen
They threw him out of the city, and stoned him. And the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet. His name was Saul.
Martyrdom » Exemplified » James
Meekness » Exemplified
But we were gentle when we were with you, like a mother taking care of her children.
We labor, working with our own hands. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it;
The people in their bitterness said David should be stoned. This caused him great distress. They were thinking of their sons and daughters. But David found strength in Jehovah his God.
Abishai son of Zeruiah said to the king: Why should this dead dog curse my lord the king? Let me go over there and cut off his head! What business is this of yours? The king said to Abishai and his brother Joab. If Jehovah told him to curse me who am I to stop him? David said to Abishai and to all his officials: My own son is trying to kill me. Why should you be surprised at this Benjaminite? Jehovah told him to curse. Leave him alone and let him curse. read more.
Perhaps Jehovah will acknowledge my misery and give me some blessings to take away this curse.
Meekness » Exemplified » moses
God's Mercy » Exemplified
Lot still hesitated. So the angels seized his hand and the hands of his wife and two daughters and rushed them to safety outside the city, for Jehovah was merciful.
You have been so kind to me and saved my life, and you have granted me such mercy. But I cannot go to the mountains. Disaster would catch up to me there, and I would soon die.
God's Mercy » Exemplified » Epaphroditus
Indeed he was sick and near to death. But God had mercy on him; and not on him only, but also on me, that I might not have sorrow upon sorrow.
God's Mercy » Exemplified » Paul
I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and a violent aggressor. I was shown mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
Miracles through evil agents » Exemplified
Then Pharaoh sent for his wise men and sorcerers. These Egyptian magicians did the same thing using their magic spells.
Miracles through evil agents » Exemplified » Witch of endor
Saul ordered his officials: Find me a woman who is a medium. I will go and consult her. There is one in Endor, they answered. Saul disguised himself. He put on different clothes. After dark he went with two of his men to see the woman. Consult the spirits for me and tell me what is going to happen, he said to her: Call up the spirit of the man I name. The woman answered: You know what King Saul has done? He forced the fortunetellers and mediums to leave Israel. Are you trying to trap me and get me killed? read more.
Saul made a sacred vow. By the living God Jehovah I promise that you will not be punished for doing this, he told her. Whom shall I call up for you? The woman asked. Samuel, he answered. The woman saw Samuel. She screamed and said to Saul, Why have you tricked me? You are King Saul! Do not be afraid! The king said to her. What do you see? She answered: I see a spirit coming up from the earth. The spirit, what does it look like? He asked. It is an old man, she answered. He wears a cloak. Saul knew it was Samuel. So he bowed to the ground in respect.
Missionaries » Exemplified
Those who were scattered abroad because of the persecution of Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word only to the Jews. Some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene. When they came to Antioch they spoke to the Greeks and preached the Lord Jesus.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Hannah
Hannah prayed: My heart rejoices in Jehovah. My horn (strength) (power) is exalted in Jehovah. I speak against (mock) my enemies because I rejoice in your salvation. No one is as holy as Jehovah. There is none beside you. Neither is there any rock like our God. Boast no more so proudly. Remove arrogance from your mouth. Jehovah is a God of knowledge, and he measures his actions (deeds). read more.
The bows of the mighty are broken. Those who stumbled are girded with strength. Those who were full have hired themselves out for food. The hungry have ceased to hunger. The barren has borne seven. She who has had many sons has languished. Jehovah kills and makes alive. He brings down to the grave and brings up. Jehovah takes away and He gives riches. He brings low and lifts up high. He raises the poor from the dust. He lifts up the needy from the dunghill to set them among the princes. He causes them to inherit a throne of glory (honor). The pillars of the earth are Jehovah's. He sets the world on them. He guards the feet of his holy ones. The wicked are silenced in darkness. Man will not prevail by strength. The adversaries of Jehovah will be broken to pieces. He thunders in the heavens against them. Jehovah will judge the ends of the earth. He will give strength to His king and exalt the horn (power) of His anointed.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Shadrach
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego answered and said to the king: O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If it is so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the blazing furnace. He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. If not you should know O king that we will not serve your gods. We will not worship the golden image that you set up!
Missionaries » Exemplified » Barnabas
Joses, who was surnamed Barnabas by the apostles, (this meaning: The son of consolation,) was a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus. He sold his land and brought the money to the apostles.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Andrew
He found his brother Simon first. He said to him: We have found the Messiah (Christ). He took him to Jesus. Jesus looked at him, and said: You are Simon the son of John: you will be called Cephas (meaning: Peter).
Missionaries » Exemplified » Captive maid
She said to her mistress: I wish my master could go to the prophet who lives in Samaria! He would cure him of his leprosy.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Apollos
This man had been instructed in God's way. Being fervent in spirit he spoke and taught accurately the things concerning Jesus, knowing only the baptism of John.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Aquila
He spoke boldly in the synagogue. But when Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him home and explained God's word more accurately.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Leper
Missionaries » Exemplified » Restored demoniac
He went away and told others in Decapolis what great things Jesus had done for him. They all marveled.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Woman of samaria
Missionaries » Exemplified » Philip
And Nathanael said to him: Could any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip said: Come and see.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Anna
Even up to that time she gave thanks to God and spoke to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
Missionaries » Exemplified » Joanna
Also healed was Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod's steward, and Susanna. There were many others, who supported them out of their private substance.
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified
With them were the Levites Shemaiah, Nethaniah, Zebadiah, Asahel, Shemiramoth, Jehonathan, Adonijah, Tobijah, Tob Adonijah, and the priests Elishama and Jehoram. They taught in Judah. They had the Book of Torah (the Law) (Jehovah's Teachings) with them when they taught the people in all the cities of Judah.
As they ministered to God, and fasted, the Holy Spirit said: Set Barnabas and Saul apart for the work I have called them. After they fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them away. Being sent by Holy Spirit, they went to Seleucia. From there they sailed to Cyprus. read more.
They preached the Word of God in the synagogues of the Jews at Salamis. John was also there as an attendant.
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Silas
Paul chose Silas, and departed, being entrusted by the brothers to the grace of God. He went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the congregations.
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Noah
He did not spare the ancient world, but preserved Noah, a preacher of righteousness, with seven others, when he brought a flood upon the world of the ungodly!
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Jonah
Arise and go to the great city, Nineveh. Proclaim to it the proclamation I give you.
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Philip
Murder » Exemplified
Herod saw that the astrologers tricked him and he was furious. He sent soldiers to kill all the boys two years old and younger in or near Bethlehem. This matched the time he learned from the astrologers.
He gave the order to behead John in prison.
Which of the prophets have your fathers not persecuted? They killed those who announced in advance the coming of the righteous one whom you have betrayed and murdered.
They killed the Lord Jesus and the prophets, and drove us out. They did not please God and are contrary to all men.
Murder » Exemplified » Hazael
Why are you crying? Hazael asked. Because I know the horrible things you will do against the people of Israel, Elisha answered. You will burn their fortresses, slaughter their finest young men, batter their children to death, and rip open their pregnant women.
The following day Hazael took a blanket, soaked it in water, and smothered the king. Hazael succeeded Benhadad as king of Syria.
Murder » Exemplified » Joab
The king said: Do as he said. Kill him there and bury him in the earth. This will remove the guilt of his senseless murders from my father's family and me. Jehovah will punish Joab for those murders he committed without my father David's knowledge. Joab killed two innocent men who were better men than he: Abner, commander of the army of Israel, and Amasa, commander of the army of Judah.
Murder » Exemplified » Rechab
Rechab and Baanah went to Ishbosheth's house at the noontime. It was a hot day, and he was resting. They came to the middle of the house pretending to get wheat. Once they were inside they stabbed Ishbosheth in the stomach and killed him. They cut off his head and took his head with them. They traveled by way of the Arabah all night.
Murder » Exemplified » Esau
So Esau bore a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing with which his father had blessed him. Esau said to himself: The days of mourning for my father are near. Then I will kill my brother Jacob.
Murder » Exemplified » Elders of jezreel
The two good-for-nothing persons came in and took their seats before him and gave witness against Naboth, in front of the people. They said: Naboth has been cursing God and the king. Then they took him outside the town and had him stoned to death.
Murder » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Let us kill him and throw him into a water pit. We can say that some wild animal ate him. Then we will see what happens to those dreams.
Murder » Exemplified » Adrammelech
While he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, Adrammelech and Sharezer assassinated him. They escaped to the land of Ararat. His son Esarhaddon succeeded him as king.
Murder » Exemplified » Manasseh
Even more, Manasseh killed many innocent men. He filled Jerusalem from one end to the other with blood. He also caused Judah to sin and do evil in the eyes of Jehovah.
Murder » Exemplified » Baasha
And Baasha, the son of Ahijah, of the family of Issachar, made a secret design against him, attacking him at Gibbethon, a town of the Philistines. Nadab and the armies of Israel were making war on Gibbethon.
Murder » Exemplified » Zimri
Zimri attacked and killed him. It was the twenty-seventh year that Asa was king of Judah.
Murder » Exemplified » David
Why have you disobeyed my commands? Why did you do this evil thing? You had Uriah killed in battle! You let the Ammonites kill him. Then you took his wife!
Murder » Exemplified » Ahab
Say to him: 'Jehovah says: Have you put a man to death and taken his heritage?' Then say: 'Jehovah says: Your blood will become the drink of dogs! You will go to the same place where the dogs drink the blood of Naboth.'
Murder » Exemplified » Princes of israel
You have killed many people in this city and have filled its streets with corpses.'
Murder » Exemplified » Chief priests
It was morning. The chief priests and those in authority conspired to put Jesus to death.
Murder » Exemplified » Judas
Murder » Exemplified » Cain
While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him.
Murder » Exemplified » Men of shechem
That the cruelty done to the seventy sons of Jerubbaal might be avenged on their brother Abimelech. For he killed them and the men of Shechem helped him kill his brother.
Murder » Exemplified » Pharaoh
Then Pharaoh commanded all his people: Every son who is born must be thrown into the Nile River. However, keep every daughter alive.
Murder » Exemplified » People of gilead
Murmuring » Exemplified
So they complained to Moses about this: Give us water to drink! Moses said: Why do you complain to me? Why do you test Jehovah? The people were thirsty for water. They complained to Moses and asked: Why did you bring us out of Egypt? Was it to make us, our children, and our livestock die of thirst?
They also complained to Moses: Was there not enough room in Egypt to bury us? Is that why you brought us out here to die in the desert? Why did you bring us out of Egypt?
Murmuring » Exemplified » Jeremiah
Cursed is the day when I was born. Let the day not be blessed when my mother bore me! Cursed is the man who brought the news to my father, saying: A baby boy has been born to you! He made him very happy. But let that man be like the cities Jehovah overthrew without relenting. Let him hear an outcry in the morning and a shout of alarm at noon. read more.
He did not kill me before birth, so that my mother would have been my grave, and her womb ever pregnant. Why did I ever come forth from the womb to look on trouble and sorrow? My days have been spent in shame!
Murmuring » Exemplified » Cain
Cain said to Jehovah: My punishment is more than I can bear. You are driving me from the land today. I will be hidden from your presence. I will be a restless (homeless) wanderer on the earth. And whoever finds me will kill me.
Murmuring » Exemplified » moses
Moses went back to Jehovah and asked: Why have you brought this trouble on your people? Why did you send me? Ever since I went to Pharaoh to speak for you, he has treated your people cruelly, and you have done nothing at all to rescue your people.
Murmuring » Exemplified » Elijah
Elijah walked a whole day into the wilderness. He stopped and sat down under a broom plant and wished he would die. It is just too much, Jehovah, he prayed. Take away my life. I could just as well be dead.
Murmuring » Exemplified » Jews
The Jews complained about him. This is because he said 'I am the bread that came down out of heaven.' They said: Is Jesus the son of Joseph? We know his father and mother. How does he now say, I came down out of heaven? Jesus answered: Stop complaining and saying things against me.
Murmuring » Exemplified » Jonah
When the sun rose God prepared a sultry (burning hot) east wind. So the sun beat upon the head of Jonah and he grew faint. He requested for himself that he might die. He said: It is better for me to die than to live! However God replied to Jonah: Do you have good reason to be angry at the plant? He said to God: I have good reason to be angry even unto death.
Murmuring » Exemplified » Grecians
The number of disciples increased at that time. A murmuring arose on the part of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution.
Obedience to God » Exemplified
By faith, when Abraham was called, he obeyed. He went to a place that he was to receive for an inheritance. He went even though he did not know where he was going.
Early the next morning Abraham saddled his donkey. He took two of his servants and his son Isaac with him. He had cut the wood for the burnt offering. Then he set out for the place that God had told him about.
He took the book of the covenant, in which Jehovah's commandments were written, and read it aloud to the people. They said: We will obey Jehovah. We will do everything that he has commanded.
Jehovah said to Abram: Leave your country, your people, and your father's household, and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation. I will bless you. I will make your name great. You will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you. I will curse whoever curses you. All the people on earth will be blessed through you. read more.
So Abram left, just as Jehovah told him. Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he set out from Haran.
Do not hurt the boy or harm him in any way! The angel said. Now I know that you truly obey God, because you were willing to offer him your only son.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » David
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Asa
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Noah
Noah did everything exactly as God commanded him.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Saints of rome
Your obedience has come to our attention abroad. I am glad therefore on your behalf. Yet I would have you wise to that which is good and simple concerning evil.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » hezekiah
For his heart was fixed on Jehovah. He did not turn from his ways. Hezekiah obeyed Jehovah's commandments that Jehovah gave to Moses.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Wise men
God warned the astrologers in a dream not to go back to Herod. So they departed for their country by a different road.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Elijah
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Josiah
He did what was right in the eyes of Jehovah. He walked in the ways of David his father, without turning to the right hand or to the left.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Joseph
When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of God had commanded him to do. He took Mary to be his wife.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Zerubbabel
Governor Zerubbabel and Joshua the High Priest and all the people who returned from the exile in Babylon did what Jehovah God told them to do. They were afraid and obeyed Jehovah's messenger, Haggai the prophet.
Obedience to God » Exemplified » Paul
You see, O King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision.
Offence » Exemplified
I have a few things against you: you have people there who hold to the teachings of Balaam, who taught Balak to present a snare to the sons of Israel, to eat of idol sacrifices and commit fornication.
Look, these women caused the Israelites, through the counsel of Balaam, to trespass against Jehovah in the matter of Peor. Thus the congregation of Jehovah experienced the plague.
Offence » Exemplified » Old prophet
Then he said: I am a prophet like you. An angel said to me by the word of Jehovah, Take him back with you and give him food and water. But he lied to him. So he went back with him, and had a meal in his house and a drink of water. But while they were seated at the table, the word of Jehovah came to the old prophet who had brought him back. read more.
Crying out to the man of God who came from Judah, he said: Jehovah says, 'because you have gone against the voice of Jehovah, and have not done as Jehovah ordered you, but have come back, and have taken food and water in this place where he said you were to take no food or water; your dead body will not be put to rest with your fathers.' After the meal he made the donkey ready for the prophet whom he had taken back. He went on his way. A lion met him on the road and jumped him and killed him. His dead body was stretched in the road with the donkey by its side. The lion was by the body. Some people who passed by saw the body stretched out in the road with the lion by its side. They brought the news to the town where the old prophet lived. The old prophet heard about it and said: That is the prophet who disobeyed Jehovah's command! Jehovah sent the lion to attack and kill him, just as Jehovah said he would.
Offence » Exemplified » Jeroboam
He thought to himself: The way things are my people will go to Jerusalem and offer sacrifices to Jehovah at the Temple there. They will transfer their allegiance to King Rehoboam of Judah and will kill me. After asking for advice, the king made two golden calves. He said: You have been worshiping in Jerusalem long enough. Israel, here are your gods who brought you out of Egypt. read more.
He placed one in Bethel and the other in Dan. This became Israel's sin, worshiping the golden calves. The people went as far as Dan to worship the one calf.
Offence » Exemplified » Aaron
Aaron replied: Have your wives, sons, and daughters take off the gold earrings they are wearing. Bring them to me. The people took off their gold earrings and handed them to Aaron. After he worked on the gold with a tool, he made it into a statue of a calf. Then they said: Israel, this is your god, who brought you out of Egypt. read more.
Aaron built an altar in front of it when he saw what happened. Then he announced: Tomorrow there will be a festival in Jehovah's honor. Early the next day the people sacrificed burnt offerings and brought peace offerings. After that they sat down to a feast, which turned into an orgy.
Offence » Exemplified » Peter
He turned to Peter and said: Get behind me, Satan. You are a stumbling block to me. You think the things of men, not of God.
Offence » Exemplified » priests
You priests have turned away from the right path. Your teaching has led many to do wrong. You have corrupted the covenant I made with Levi (you).
Offence » Exemplified » gideon
Gideon made an idol from the gold and placed it in his hometown, Ophrah. The Israelites abandoned God and went there to worship the idol. It was a trap for Gideon and his family.
Pardon » Exemplified » Manasseh
He prayed to Jehovah. And Jehovah accepted his prayer and listened to his request. Jehovah brought him back to his kingdom in Jerusalem. Then Manasseh knew that Jehovah is God.
Pardon » Exemplified » David
David said to Nathan: I have sinned against Jehovah. Nathan replied: Jehovah has taken away your sin. You will not die.
Pardon » Exemplified » israelites
Pardon » Exemplified » hezekiah
Yes, it was for my benefit that I suffered such distress. In your love you kept me from the pit of destruction. You have put (thrown) (hurled) all my sins behind your back.
Pardon » Exemplified » The paralytic
A man on a bed, a paralytic, was brought to Jesus. Seeing their faith Jesus said to the sick man: Have courage; your sins are forgiven.
Pardon » Exemplified » The penitent
She loved much! She has many sins and they are forgiven. When little is forgiven, little love is shown.
Patience » Exemplified
He said: I was born with nothing (naked), and I will die with nothing. Jehovah gave, and now he has taken away. Blessed be the name of Jehovah!
As you know, those who have endured are called blessed. You have heard of the patience (perseverance) (endurance) of Job, and have seen the outcome Jehovah provided, how he was very tender with his affection and mercy. (Psalm 103:8)
Patience » Exemplified » Paul
You carefully follow my teaching in conduct, purpose, faith, longsuffering, love, and patience,
Patience » Exemplified » John
I, John, your brother and companion in tribulation and kingdom and perseverance (patience) of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, because of the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.
Patience » Exemplified » Abraham
Patience » Exemplified » Simeon
There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout. He was waiting for God to save Israel. God's Holy Spirit was working in him.
Peace » Exemplified » Abraham
Abram said to Lot: Let us not have any quarreling between you and me, or between your herdsmen and mine, for we are brothers. Is not the whole land before you? Let us part company. If you go to the left, I will go to the right. If you go to the right, I will go to the left.
Peace » Exemplified » David
Peace » Exemplified » By abraham
Abram said to Lot: Let us not have any quarreling between you and me, or between your herdsmen and mine, for we are brothers. Is not the whole land before you? Let us part company. If you go to the left, I will go to the right. If you go to the right, I will go to the left.
Peace » Exemplified » Abimelech
that you will not harm us. We did not harm you. We were kind to you and let you go peacefully. Now it is clear that Jehovah has blessed you.
Peace » Exemplified » Mordecai
For Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Ahasuerus. He was great among the Jews and respected by the body of his countrymen. He worked for the good of his people. He said words of peace to all his descendents.
Pilgrims and strangers » Exemplified
The world was not worthy of them! They wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.
These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them and greeted them from afar. They confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.
He said: I am a stranger with no permanent home. Let me have some of your property for a tomb that I can bury my dead wife.
You know, O Jehovah that we pass through life like exiles and strangers, as our ancestors did. Our days are like a passing shadow, and we cannot escape death.
He went out of the land of the Chaldeans and lived in Haran. After his father died, God moved him to this land, where you now dwell. He gave him no inheritance in it, no, not so much as to set his foot on. Yet he promised that he would give it to him and his seed after him for a possession. This promise was made before he had a child.
Pilgrims and strangers » Exemplified » Apostles
Then Peter said: See, we have given up everything to follow you. What then will we have?
Pilgrims and strangers » Exemplified » jacob
Jacob answered: My life of wandering has lasted a hundred and thirty years. Those years have been few and difficult, unlike the long years of my ancestors in their wanderings.
Pilgrims and strangers » Exemplified » David
Hear my prayer, O Jehovah. Open your ear (listen) to my cry for help. Do not be deaf to my tears, for I am a foreign resident with you, a stranger like all my fathers.
The poor » Exemplified » Widow of zarephath
Then she said: By the life of Jehovah your God, I have nothing but a little meal, and a drop of oil in the bottle; and now I am getting two sticks together so that I may go in and make it ready for me and my son, so that we may have a meal before our death.
The poor » Exemplified » Saints of old
They were stoned, they were sawed in two, were tempted, were slain with the sword; they wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins, being destitute, afflicted, tormented.
The poor » Exemplified » Prophet's widow
Elisha said: Tell me what shall I do for you? What do you have at home? She answered: Except for a small jar of olive oil, I have nothing.
The poor » Exemplified » gideon
Gideon replied: But Jehovah, how can I rescue Israel? My clan is the weakest in the tribe of Manasseh. I am the least important member of my family.
The poor » Exemplified » Ruth
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In the creation
He who made the earth by his power, and established the world by his wisdom; also stretched out the heavens by his understanding.
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In making the gospel effectual
I am not ashamed of the good news; for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who exerts active faith (believes), to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
To those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, it is Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.
For the preaching of the stake is foolishness to those who perish. It is the power of God to us who are saved.
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In the resurrection of Christ
You have been buried with him in baptism. You were also raised with him through faith in the working of God, who raised him from the dead.
Though he was impaled through weakness, yet he lives by the power of God. We are weak through him also, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In the destruction of the wicked
If God decided to show his wrath and make his power known, endured with much long-suffering vessels of wrath fit for destruction.
I have allowed you to remain, in order to show you my power and in order to proclaim my name through all the earth.
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In establishing and governing all things
He established the mountains with his power. He is girded (fortified) (surrounded) with mighty strength.
He rules forever with his might. His eyes watch the nations. Rebels will not be able to oppose him.
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In the resurrection of saints
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In the miracles of Christ
If I use the finger (power) (Spirit) (Exodus 31:18) (2 Corinthians 3:3) of God to cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you?
Power » Of God » Exemplified » In delivering his people
Nevertheless he saved them for the sake of his name that he might make his power known.
Praise » Exemplified
Blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand! Abram gave him one tenth of everything.
There in front of the whole assembly King David praised Jehovah. He said: Jehovah, God of our father (ancester) Israel. May you be praised forever and ever! You are great and powerful, glorious, splendid, and majestic. Everything in heaven and earth is yours, and you, O Jehovah, are king, supreme ruler over all. All riches and wealth come from you. You rule everything by your strength and power. You are able to make anyone great and strong. read more.
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and we praise your glorious name.
Praise » Exemplified » israelites
Thanks be to Jehovah, God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Then all the people said amen and praised Jehovah.
Praise » Exemplified » Priests and levites
When the builders laid the foundation of the Temple of Jehovah, the priests, dressed in their robes, took their places with horns, and the Levites, the sons of Asaph, with brass instruments, to give praise to Jehovah in the way ordered by David, king of Israel. They praised Jehovah and thanked him, saying: He is good; his loving kindness to Israel is for all generations. All the people gave a joyful cry. They praised Jehovah because the foundation of Jehovah's house was in place.
Praise » Exemplified » hezekiah
The living, yes the living praise you, as I am doing today! Fathers tell their children about your faithfulness.
Praise » Exemplified » Jethro
Jethro said: Blessed be Jehovah who delivered you from the hand of the Egyptians and from the hand of Pharaoh. He delivered the people from under the domination of the Egyptians.
Praise » Exemplified » -ezra
Ezra praised Jehovah, the great God. And all the people said: Amen! With lifted hands and bent heads they worshiped Jehovah. They dropped to their faces on the earth.
Praise » Exemplified » Paul and silas
Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God at midnight. The prisoners were listening to them.
Praise » Exemplified » Apostles
Praise » Exemplified » Multitudes
Immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God. All the people who saw it praised God.
Praise » Exemplified » First converts
As they praised God, they had favor with all the people. God added to the congregation daily those being saved.
Praise » Exemplified » Simeon
Praise » Exemplified » Anna
Even up to that time she gave thanks to God and spoke to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
Praise » Exemplified » Lame man
He leaped up, stood and walked. He entered the temple with them walking, and leaping, and praising God.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified
We pray always for you, that our God may count you worthy of your calling, and fulfill every desire of goodness and every work of faith with power.
Since the day we heard about you, we have not ceased to pray and make request for you. We pray for you to be filled with the [intimate accurate] knowledge (discernment) (recognition) of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. (Philippians 1:9) (John 17:3) Walk worthily of God, fully pleasing him. Bear fruit in every good work, and increase in the knowledge (Greek: epignosis: full discernment, recognition) of God. God will strengthen you with all power, according to the might of his glory, to all patience and longsuffering with joy. read more.
Give thanks to the Father, who made us partakers of the inheritance of the holy ones in the light.
Moses and Aaron left the palace. Moses begged Jehovah to do something about the frogs he had sent as punishment for the king.
But Moses pleaded with Jehovah his God. Jehovah, he said, why are you so angry with your people? These are your people whom you brought out of Egypt using your great power and mighty hand! Do not let the Egyptians say: 'He was planning all along to kill them in the mountains and wipe them off the face of the earth. That is why he brought them out of our land.' Do not be so angry. Reconsider your decision to bring this disaster on your people. Remember your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Israel. You took an oath, swearing on yourself. You told them: 'I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky. I will give to your descendants all the land I spoke of. It will be their long lasting possession.'
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » hezekiah
Many people from Ephraim, Manasseh, Issachar, and Zebulun had not made themselves clean. So they ate the Passover, but not in the way the written instructions said they should. Hezekiah prayed for them: May Jehovah forgive everyone
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Isaiah
King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, prayed about this and called to heaven.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Abraham's servant
He said: O Jehovah, the God of my master Abraham, please grant me success today. Show loving-kindness to my master Abraham. I am standing by the spring. The daughters of the men of the city are coming out to draw water. Let there be the girl to whom I say: 'Please let down your jar so that I may drink,' and who answers: 'Drink, and I will water your camels also.' May she be the one whom you have appointed for your servant Isaac. By this I will know that you have shown loving-kindness to my master.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Abraham
Abraham came near and said: Will you destroy the righteous with the wicked? Suppose there were fifty righteous within the city. Would you also destroy the place and not spare it because the righteous people are there? Surely you would not do that! Would you slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous should be as the wicked? Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? read more.
Jehovah said: If I find in Sodom fifty righteous within the city, I will spare the entire place for their sakes. Then Abraham answered and said: Indeed now, I who am only dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah: Suppose there were five less than the fifty righteous. Would you destroy the entire city for lack of five? So He (God) said: If I find there forty-five, I will not destroy it. Abraham spoke again: Suppose there should be forty found there? God replied: I will not do it for the sake of forty. Abraham then said: Do not be angry, and let me speak. Suppose thirty should be found there? God replied: I will not do it if I find thirty there. Abraham then said: Indeed now, I have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah: Suppose twenty should be found there? God replied: I will not destroy it for the sake of twenty. Abraham again queried: Please do not be angry as I speak once more: Suppose ten should be found there? God said: I will not destroy it for the sake of ten.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Nehemiah
After I heard these words I sat down on the ground and cried for days. I ate no food and offered prayer to the God of heaven. I said: O Jehovah (YHWH), the God of heaven, the great God, greatly to be respected, keeping faith and mercy with those who have love for him and are true to his laws: Let your ear now take note and let your eyes be open. Please give ear to the prayer of your servant. At this time, day and night I pray for the children of Israel, your servants. I put before you the sins of the children of Israel that we have done against you: truly, my father's people and I are sinners. read more.
We have done great wrong against you. We have not obeyed the orders, the rules, and the decisions, which you gave to your servant Moses. Keep in mind, O Jehovah, the order you gave your servant Moses, saying: 'If you do wrong I will send you wandering among the peoples: If you come back to me and obey my orders, even if you have been forced out and are living in the farthest horizons, I will gather you from there, and bring you to the place I have chosen as a dwelling for my name.' These are your servants and your people, whom you have made yours by your great power and by your strong hand. O Jehovah, let your ear take note of the prayer of your servant. Of the prayers of all your servants, who take delight in worshipping your name: give help, O Jehovah, to your servant this day, and let him have mercy in the eyes of this man. Now I was the king's wine-servant.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Solomon
Hear my prayers and the prayers of your people. In your home in heaven hear us and forgive us. When a person is accused of wronging another and is brought to your altar in this Temple to take an oath that he is innocent, O Jehovah, listen in heaven and judge your servants. Punish the guilty one, as he deserves. Justify the one who is innocent. read more.
When your people Israel have sinned against you their enemies defeat them. They can turn to you and come to this Temple, humbly praying to you for forgiveness. Listen to them in heaven. Forgive the sins of your people and bring them back to the land that you gave to their ancestors. When you hold back the rain because your people have sinned against you. And when they repent in this Temple, humbly praying to you, listen to them in heaven. Forgive the sins of the king and of the people of Israel, and teach them to do what is right. Then, O Jehovah, send rain on this land of yours, which you gave to your people as a permanent possession.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Daniel
I looked to Jehovah God to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting and sackcloth and ashes. And I prayed to Jehovah my God, and made confession, and said, Oh, Jehovah, the great and fear-inspiring (awesome) God, who keeps his covenant and loving kindness for those who love him and keep his commandments. We have sinned. We have dealt perversely. We have acted wickedly and have rebelled, even turning aside from your precepts and from your ordinances. read more.
We have not listened to your servants the prophets who spoke in your name to our kings, our princes, and our fathers, and to all the people of the land. O Jehovah, righteousness belongs to you! Shame belongs to us this day! To the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and to all Israel, that are near, and that are far off, through all the countries you have driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against you. O Jehovah, to us belongs shame, to our kings, to our princes, and to our fathers, because we have sinned against you. To Jehovah our God belong mercies and forgiveness. We have rebelled against him. We have not obeyed the voice of Jehovah our God, to walk in his laws, which he set before us by his servants the prophets. Yes, all Israel have transgressed your law and turned aside, that they should not obey your voice. Therefore the curse has been poured out upon us. It is the oath that is written in the Law of Moses the servant of God. We have sinned against you. He confirmed his words, which he spoke against us, and against our judges who ruled us. He brought a great evil on us. Nothing under heaven has been done like what was done to Jerusalem. As it is written in the Law of Moses, all this evil has come upon us. Yet we have not earnestly requested the favor of Jehovah our God. We should turn from our iniquities, and have discernment in your truth. Therefore Jehovah watched over the evil and brought it upon us. Jehovah our God is righteous in all his works. We have not obeyed his voice. And now, O Jehovah our God, you brought your people out of the land of Egypt with a mighty hand, and made a name for yourself that day. We have sinned! We have done wickedly. O Jehovah, according to all your righteousness, let your anger, I pray you, be turned away from your city Jerusalem, your holy mountain. Because of our sins, and the iniquities of our fathers, Jerusalem and your people have become a reproach to all those who are round about us. Now therefore, O our God, listen to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplications, and cause your face to shine upon your sanctuary that is desolate, for Jehovah's sake. O my God, incline your ear, and hear! Open your eyes, and behold our desolations and the city that is called by your name. We do not present our supplications before you because of our righteous merits, but according to your many mercies. O Jehovah, hear; O Jehovah, forgive; O Jehovah, pay attention and act! Do not delay for your own sake, O my God! Because your city and your people are called by your name.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » samuel
Samuel called all the Israelites to meet at Mizpah. He told them: I will pray to Jehovah for you there.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Elisha
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Ezekiel
While they were killing people, I was left alone. So I immediately bowed down. I cried: Help me O Lord Jehovah. Will you destroy everyone who is left in Israel while you pour out your anger on Jerusalem?
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » David
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Church of jerusalem
Peter was kept in prison. Prayer was made without ceasing by the congregation to God for him.
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Peter and john
Intercessory prayer » Exemplified » Stephen
He kneeled down and cried with a loud voice: Jehovah, do not charge this sin against them. After saying this he fell asleep in death.
private Prayer » Exemplified » gideon
Gideon said to God: You have said you will rescue Israel using me.
With that Gideon realized that it was Jehovah's angel he saw. He said in terror: Sovereign Lord Jehovah! I have seen your angel face-to-face!
Then Gideon said to God: Do not be angry with me. Allow me to speak just once more. Please let me make one more test with the wool. This time let the wool be dry, and the ground wet.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Daniel
I looked to Jehovah God to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting and sackcloth and ashes.
Now therefore, O our God, listen to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplications, and cause your face to shine upon your sanctuary that is desolate, for Jehovah's sake.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Manasseh
Everything else about Manasseh, including his prayer to his God and the words that the seers spoke to him in the name of Jehovah the God of Israel are in the records of the kings of Israel. His prayer and how God accepted it are written in the records of Hozai. The things he did before he humbled himself are also written there. This includes all his sins and unfaithfulness and the places where he built illegal worship sites and set up idols and poles dedicated to the goddess Asherah.
private Prayer » Exemplified
Peter put them all outside, kneeled down, and prayed. He turned to the body and said: Tabitha, rise! She opened her eyes. When she saw Peter, she sat up.
There is a small village nearby. Please let me go there instead. Do you see how small it is? Then my life will be saved.
The next day they journeyed to the city. As they drew near, Peter went to the housetop to pray. It was about the sixth hour.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Jeremiah
After I had given the deed of purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah I prayed to Jehovah: Ah Lord Jehovah! You have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too difficult for you. You show loving kindness to thousands, but repay the iniquity of fathers into the bosom of their children after them. O great and mighty God. Jehovah of Hosts is his name. read more.
You are great in counsel and mighty in deed. Your eyes are open to all the ways of the sons of men. You give to everyone according to his ways and according to the fruit of his deeds. You set signs and wonders in the land of Egypt. Even to this day both in Israel and among mankind you have made a name for yourself. You brought your people Israel out of the land of Egypt using signs and wonders. You did this with a strong hand, with an outstretched arm and with great terror. You gave them this land. You swore to their forefathers to give them a land flowing with milk and honey. They came in and took possession of it. But they did not obey your voice or walk in your Law. They have done nothing of all that you commanded them to do. Therefore you made this calamity come upon them. The siege ramps have reached the city to take it. The city is given into the hand of the Chaldeans who fight against it, because of the sword, the famine and the pestilence. You brought all this disaster on them. Yet you, Lord Jehovah, told me to buy a field with money and get witnesses to confirm it, although the city was handed over to the Babylonians.
private Prayer » Exemplified » David
David went into the tent he set up for the ark. Then he sat there and prayed: Jehovah All-Powerful, my family and I do not deserve what you have already done for us. Yet this was insignificant in your eyes, O Sovereign Lord Jehovah for you have spoken also of your servant's house in the distant future. And this is the law for man, O Sovereign Lord Jehovah. What more can David say to you? For you know your servant, O Sovereign Lord Jehovah. read more.
For the sake of your Word and according to your will you have done this great thing. You have made it known to your servant! For this reason you are great, O Sovereign Lord Jehovah. There is none like you. There is no God besides you according to all that we have heard with our ears. There is no other nation on earth like Israel. This is the nation you rescued from slavery in Egypt to be your own. You became famous by using great and wonderful miracles to force other nations and their gods out of your land, so your people could live here. You chose Israel to be your people from generation to generation! You have become their God. And now, Jehovah God, please do what you have promised. You will be famous for a very long time! Everyone will say: Jehovah of Hosts rules Israel. David's descendants are his chosen kings. Now therefore, may it please you to bless the house of your servant that it may continue a long time before you. You O Lord Jehovah have spoken. May the house of your servant be blessed from generation to generation. Lord Jehovah, you are God. You have promised me some very good things, and you can be trusted to do what you promise. Please bless my descendants and let them be your chosen kings for a very long time. You have already promised, and I am sure that you will bless my family from generation to generation.
private Prayer » Exemplified » jacob
Then Jacob prayed: O God of my father Abraham, the God of my father Isaac, O Jehovah, you said to me: 'Go back to your country and your family and I will be good to you.' I am less than nothing in comparison with all your love and your faithfulness to me your servant. I only had a stick in my hand when I traveled across Jordan. Now I have become two armies. Save me from the hand of Esau, my brother. I fear that he will attack me and kill both mothers and children. read more.
You said, 'I will make sure that you are prosperous and that your descendants will be as many as the grains of sand on the seashore. No one will be able to count them because there are so many.'
private Prayer » Exemplified » Eliezer
He said: O Jehovah, the God of my master Abraham, please grant me success today. Show loving-kindness to my master Abraham.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Hannah
Hannah was filled with grief and wept bitterly. She prayed and pledged an oath to Jehovah:
private Prayer » Exemplified » Isaiah
Isaiah prayed to Jehovah and Jehovah made the shadow go back ten steps on the stairway set up by King Ahaz.
private Prayer » Exemplified » hezekiah
private Prayer » Exemplified » Nehemiah
The king asked: What is your desire? So I made prayer to the God of heaven.
private Prayer » Exemplified » -ezra
I humbled myself before God at the evening offering. I got up, with signs of grief, and fell on my knees with my hands stretched out to Jehovah my God, I said, O my God, shame keeps me from lifting up my face (praying) to you (being in your presence), my God: for our sins have increased higher than our heads and our evil-doing has come up to heaven.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Jonah
private Prayer » Exemplified » Paul
The Lord said to him, Arise, and go to the street called Straight, and inquire at the house of Judas for one called Saul of Tarsus for he is praying.
private Prayer » Exemplified » Anna
She had been a widow eighty-four years. She never left the temple. She worshipped and fasted with supplications day and night.
public Prayer » Exemplified
Peter was kept in prison. Prayer was made without ceasing by the congregation to God for him.
They continued daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house. They ate their food with gladness and singleness of heart.
When they heard they lifted up their voice to God with one accord, and said: Jehovah, you are God, who made heaven and earth, the sea and all in them.
After he thought about what happened he went to the house of Mary the mother of John, surnamed Mark. Many were gathered there to pray.
public Prayer » Exemplified » David
There in front of the whole assembly King David praised Jehovah. He said: Jehovah, God of our father (ancester) Israel. May you be praised forever and ever! You are great and powerful, glorious, splendid, and majestic. Everything in heaven and earth is yours, and you, O Jehovah, are king, supreme ruler over all. All riches and wealth come from you. You rule everything by your strength and power. You are able to make anyone great and strong. read more.
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and we praise your glorious name. Yet my people and I cannot really give you anything. This is because everything is a gift from you, and we have only given back what is yours already. You know, O Jehovah that we pass through life like exiles and strangers, as our ancestors did. Our days are like a passing shadow, and we cannot escape death. O Jehovah, our God, we have brought together all this wealth to build a Temple to honor your holy name. It all came from you and all belongs to you. I well know, O my God, that you test everyone's heart and are pleased with people of integrity. In honesty and sincerity I have willingly given all this to you. I have seen how your people who are gathered here have been happy to bring offerings to you. Jehovah, God of our ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, keep such devotion always strong in your people's hearts and keep them always faithful to you. Give my son Solomon a wholehearted desire to obey everything that you command and to build the Temple for which I have made these preparations.
public Prayer » Exemplified » Jehoshaphat
In the new courtyard at Jehovah's Temple, Jehoshaphat stood in front of the people. He prayed aloud: O Jehovah, God of our ancestors, you rule in heaven over all the nations of the world. You are powerful and mighty. No one can oppose you. You are our God. When your people Israel moved into this land, you drove out the people who were living here and gave the land to the descendants of Abraham, your friend, to be theirs from generation to generation. read more.
Our ancestors lived in this land and built a Temple to honor you. They believed that whenever this land is struck by war, judgement, disease, or famine, your people can pray to you at the Temple. You will hear their prayer and save them. You can see that the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Edom are attacking us! Those are the nations you would not let our ancestors invade on their way from Egypt. Consequently these nations were not destroyed. They are now paying us back by coming to force us out of your land that you gave to us. You are our God. Will you judge them? We do not have the strength to face this large crowd that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, so we are looking to you. All the people from Judah, their infants, wives, and children were standing in front of Jehovah.
public Prayer » Exemplified » Joshua
And Joshua ripped his clothes, and fell to the earth upon his face before the Ark of Jehovah until evening. He threw dust on his head. The elders of Israel did the same. Joshua said: Alas, Sovereign Lord Jehovah, why did you bring this people across the Jordan. Was it to deliver us into the hand of the Amorites, to destroy us? Would to God we had been content to dwell on the other side of the Jordan! O Jehovah, what shall I say, when Israel turned their backs before its enemies! read more.
For the Canaanites and all the inhabitants of the land will hear about it, and will surround us and cut our name off from the earth. What will you do for your great name?
public Prayer » Exemplified » Jews
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » jacob
Jacob built an altar there and called it God of Bethel. That was the place where God appeared to him when he was running from Esau.
Jacob said to his family and those who were with him: Get rid of the foreign gods that you have. Wash yourselves until you are ritually clean. Change your clothes. After that let us go to Bethel. I will make an altar there to God, who answered me when I was troubled and who has been with me wherever I have gone.
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » Abram
From there he went on toward the hills east of Bethel and pitched his tent. Bethel was on the west and Ai on the east. He built an altar to Jehovah and called on the name of Jehovah.
He took his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, all the possessions they had accumulated and the people they had acquired in Haran. They set out for the land of Canaan and soon arrived there.
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » David
David went home so he could ask Jehovah to bless his family. But Saul's daughter Michal went out and started yelling at him: You were really great today! She said. You acted like a dirty old man. You danced around half-naked in front of your servants' slave-girls.
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » Joshua
If you are not willing to serve him, decide today whom you will serve, the gods your ancestors worshiped in Mesopotamia or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are now living. As for my family and me, we will serve Jehovah.'
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » The disciples
When they entered the city they went to the upper chamber where they were staying. Included were Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon the Zealous one, and Judas the son of James. They all continued united in earnest prayer. The women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers were also there.
social and family Prayer » Exemplified » Paul and silas
Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God at midnight. The prisoners were listening to them.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the covenant with abraham to have posterity
You are Jehovah, the true God, who took Abram and made him yours, guiding him from Ur of the Chaldees, and gave him the name of Abraham; You saw that his heart was true to you, and made an agreement with him to give the land of the Canaanite, the Hittite, the Amorite and the Perizzite and the Jebusite and the Girgashite, even to give it to his seed, and you have done what you said; for righteousness is yours.
God said to Abraham: Do not be upset about the boy and your slave. Listen to what Sarah says, because through Isaac your descendants will carry on your name.
Predestination » Exemplified » Apostles
If you were of the world, the world would love its own. I chose you out of the world. The world hates you because you are not of the world.
I do not speak about all of you. I know whom I have chosen! This way the scripture may be fulfilled: 'He that eats my bread lifted up his heel against me.'
Predestination » Exemplified » jacob
She was told: The older will serve the younger. It is written: I loved Jacob, and I hated Esau.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the destruction of » Amaziah and the idolatrous jews
But Amaziah would not listen. God made this happen because he wanted to hand over the Judeans to Jehoash because they had sought help from Edom's gods.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the destruction of » The hivites
It was Jehovah who hardened their hearts to make war against Israel. That way he could completely destroy them. That they might have no favor, but that he might destroy them, as Jehovah commanded Moses.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the destruction of » Eli's sons
If one man sins against another, God will judge him. But if a man sins against Jehovah, who will intercede for him? But his sons did not listen to the voice of their father. Jehovah desired to put them to death.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the destruction of » Ahaziah
God used this visit to Joram to bring about Ahaziah's downfall. While Ahaziah was there, a man named Jehu confronted him and Joram. Jehu was the son of Nimshi, whom Jehovah chose to destroy the dynasty of Ahab.
Predestination » Exemplified » Zerubbabel
On that day, declared Jehovah of Hosts, I will take you, my servant Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, declared Jehovah. I will make you important like a signet (signature) ring, because I have chosen you, proclaimed Jehovah of Hosts.
Predestination » Exemplified » Rufus
Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine.
Predestination » Exemplified » In the destruction of » The philistines
His parents did not know Jehovah was leading Samson to do this. Jehovah was looking for an opportunity to fight the Philistines. At this time the Philistines were ruling Israel.
Predestination » Exemplified » Paul
It pleased God to separate me even from my mother's womb and call me through his grace.
Presumption » Exemplified » Sennacherib
You have heard what my ancestors and I have done to other nations. Were the gods of those nations able to defend their land against us? None of those gods kept their people safe from the kings of Assyria. Do you really think your God can do any better?
Presumption » Exemplified » Uzziah
However when he became powerful, his pride destroyed him. He was unfaithful to Jehovah his God. He went into Jehovah's Temple to burn incense on the incense altar.
Presumption » Exemplified » Men of beth-shemesh
Some of the men of Bethshemesh looked inside the Ark. Jehovah killed seventy of them. This made the people of Bethshemesh very sad.
Presumption » Exemplified » Sons of sceva
Some Jews went around driving out evil spirits saying: In the name of Jesus whom Paul preaches I command you to come out! And there were seven sons of Sceva, a Jew, and a chief priest, who did this.
Presumption » Exemplified » israelites
But they headed into the mountains anyway. The Ark of the Jehovah's promise and Moses stayed in the camp.
Presumption » Exemplified » benhadad
So the servants of the chiefs of the divisions of the land went out of the town, with the army following them.
Presumption » Exemplified » Builders of babel
Then they said: Let us build ourselves a city, with a lofty tower that reaches into space, so that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered over the face of the whole earth.
Presumption » Exemplified » Jeroboam
King Jeroboam heard this. He pointed his outstretched hand at him and ordered: Seize that man! At once the king's arm became paralyzed so that he could not pull it back.
Presumption » Exemplified » Uzzah
As they came to the threshing place of Nacon, the oxen stumbled, and Uzzah reached out and took hold of the Ark of the Covenant.
Presumption » Exemplified » Diotrephes
I wrote something to the congregation. But Diotrephes, who loves to have the preeminence among them, did not receive us.
Presumption » Exemplified » Theudas
Sometime ago Theudas claimed to be somebody. About four hundred men joined and obeyed him. He was killed and they finally dispersed.
Pride » Exemplified
The king spoke: Is this not great Babylon, which I have built for the royal dwelling-place, by the might of my power and for the glory of my majesty?
Woe to the proud drunks who wear the crown of Ephraim for it is doomed! Its glory is fading like the crowns of flowers on their heads. They are at the entrance of a fertile valley. They are drunk from wine.
The pride of Israel testifies about them. Therefore Israel and Ephraim will stumble in their iniquity. Judah will also stumble with them.
But when his heart was lifted up, and his spirit was hardened with pride he dealt proudly. He was deposed from his kingly throne and they took his glory from him:
Ephraim will become desolation in the day of rebuke among the tribes of Israel. I made known that which will surely be.
Pride » Exemplified » hezekiah
But Hezekiah was conceited. So he did not repay Jehovah for his kindness. Jehovah became angry with him, with Judah, and with Jerusalem.
Pride » Exemplified » Laodiceans
You say, I am rich and have become wealthy and have need of nothing." You do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.
Pride » Exemplified » Ahithophel
Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been followed. He saddled his donkey and went back to his hometown. He arranged his affairs in order and he hanged himself. He was buried in the family grave.
Pride » Exemplified » Belshazzar
You his son, O Belshazzar, have not humbled your heart, though you know all this. You lifted yourself up against the Lord of heaven. They have brought the vessels of his house before you and your lords, wives and concubines. They drank wine from them. You praise the gods of silver and gold, of copper, iron, wood, and stone, which you do not see, nor hear, nor know. You have not glorified the God whose hand holds your breath and life.
Pride » Exemplified » Scribes
He said: Beware of the scribes, who desire to walk in long robes, and to have greetings in the marketplaces. They demand the front seats in the synagogues and prominent places at feasts.
Pride » Exemplified » Pharaoh
You did signs and wonders on Pharaoh and all his servants and all the people of his land. You saw how cruel they were to them. So you made a name for yourself as it is today.
Pride » Exemplified » Herod
Dressed in royal apparel, Herod delivered a public address to the people on a special day. The people shouted: It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. Immediately the angel of God killed him, because he did not give God the glory. He was eaten by worms and died.
Pride » Exemplified » Judah
Jeremiah, I will use Babylon to destroy the pride of the people of Judah and Jerusalem.
Pride » Exemplified » Moab
We have heard of the pride of Moab and of his arrogance. We know of his pride, conceit and empty boasting.
Pride » Exemplified » Tyre
Jehovah of Hosts planned this in order to dishonor all arrogant people and to humiliate all the honored people of the world.
Pride » Exemplified » Edom
Your proud heart has deceived you. You reside in the refuge of the rock. Your habitation is high above others and you say in your heart: 'Who will bring me down to the ground?'
Pride » Exemplified » Haman
Procrastination » Exemplified
Lot still hesitated. So the angels seized his hand and the hands of his wife and two daughters and rushed them to safety outside the city, for Jehovah was merciful.
Procrastination » Exemplified » Felix
He reasoned about righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come. Felix trembled, and answered: Go your way for now. When I have time I will send for you.
Protection » Exemplified
Protection » Exemplified » Joseph
Archers provoked him, shot at him, and harassed him. His bow stayed steady! His arms remained limber because of the help of the Mighty One of Jacob, because of the name of the Shepherd, the Rock of Israel, because of the God of your father who helps you, because of the Almighty who blesses you from the heavens above, blessings from the deep springs below the ground, blessings from breasts and womb.
Protection » Exemplified » jacob
May the being who rescued me from all evil bless these boys! May they be called by my name and by the names of my grandfather Abraham and my father Isaac. May they have many children on the earth.
Protection » Exemplified » Abraham
The word of Jehovah came to Abram in a vision: Do not be afraid, Abram; I am your shield. Your reward shall be very great.
Protection » Exemplified » Israel
Jehovah our God brought our fathers and us out of slavery in Egypt. We saw the miracles he performed. He kept us safe wherever we went among all the nations through which we passed.
Protection » Exemplified » David
([Psalm of David]) I love you, O Jehovah, my strength. Jehovah is my rock and my fortress. He is my deliverer. He is my God and my crag, the one in whom I take refuge. He is my shield, and the strength of my salvation, my stronghold.
Protection » Exemplified » Shadrach
Nebuchadnezzar said: Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego! He sent his angel and delivered his servants who trusted in him. They violated the king's command and have yielded their bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any god, except their own God.
Protection » Exemplified » Daniel
My God sent his angel, and shut the lions' mouths. They did not hurt me. I was found innocent before him. I have done no wrong before you, O king.
Protection » Exemplified » Peter
When he apprehended him, he put him in prison. He turned him over to four squads of four soldiers each to guard him. After Passover he would be presented to the people. Peter was kept in prison. Prayer was made without ceasing by the congregation to God for him. It was the night before Herod was to bring him to trial. Peter was sleeping between two soldiers. He was bound with two chains. Sentries stood guard at the prison door. read more.
Suddenly God's angel came to him. A light shined in the prison. He struck Peter on the side, and woke him up saying: Get up quickly. And his chains fell off of his hands.
Prudence » Exemplified
I got up in the night and took a small band of men with me. I said nothing to any man of what God put into my heart to do for Jerusalem, I had no beast with me but the one on which I was seated. I went in the dark through the gateway of the valley past the Fountain of the Snake (Serpent's Well) as far as the place where waste material was stored. From there I viewed the broken down walls of Jerusalem and the gateways that were burned with fire. Then I went on to the door of the fountain and to the king's pool: but there was no room for my beast to get through. read more.
Then in the night I went up by the stream, viewed the wall and then turned back. I went in by the valley gate. The chiefs had no knowledge of where I had been or what I was doing. I had not then said anything to the Jews or to the priests or the great ones or the chiefs or the rest of those who were doing the work.
So in the lowest part of the space at the back of the walls, in the open places, I put the people by families, with their swords, their spears, and their bows. And after looking, I got up and said to the great ones and to the chiefs and to the rest of the people, Have no fear of them. Keep in mind Jehovah who is great and greatly to be feared. Take up arms for your brothers, your sons, and your daughters, your wives and your houses. When our enemies heard that we had knowledge of their designs and that God had made their purpose come to nothing, we all went back to the wall, everyone to his work. read more.
From that time, half of my servants were doing their part of the work, and half kept the spears and body-covers and the bows and the metal wardresses. The leaders were in back of the men of Judah. Those who were building the wall and those who were moving material did their part. Everyone worked with one hand and with his spear in the other. Every builder was working with his sword at his side. By my side was a man for sounding the warning horn.
Prudence » Exemplified » The poor wise man
Now there was found in it a poor wise man. By his wisdom he delivered the city. Yet no man remembered that same poor man.
Prudence » Exemplified » Solomon
Praise Jehovah the God of Israel, Creator of heaven and earth! He has given King David a wise son, full of understanding and skill. He now plans to build a Temple for Jehovah and a palace for himself.
Prudence » Exemplified » Jethro
Listen to the advice I give you. May God be with you! You must be the people's representative to God and bring their disagreements to him. You must instruct them in the laws and the teachings. Show them how to live and tell them what to do. You should choose capable men from all the people. Find men who respect God. These must be men you can trust who hate corruption. Put them in charge of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens. read more.
They must be the ones who usually settle disagreements among the people. They should bring all-important cases to you. But they should settle all minor cases themselves. Make it easier for yourself by letting them help you. If you do this, as God commands, you will not wear yourself out. All these people can go home with their disputes settled.
Prudence » Exemplified » jacob
Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in Seir, the country of Edom. He informed them to say: Your obedient servant, Jacob, reports to my master Esau that I have been staying with Laban and that I have delayed my return until now. I own cattle, donkeys, sheep, goats, and slaves. I am sending you word in the hope of gaining your favor. read more.
When the messengers returned to Jacob, they said: We went to your brother Esau. He is already on his way to meet you. He has four hundred men with him. Jacob was frightened and worried. He divided the people who were with him into two groups. He also divided his sheep, goats, cattle, and camels. He thought: If Esau comes and attacks the first group, the other may be able to escape. Then Jacob prayed: O God of my father Abraham, the God of my father Isaac, O Jehovah, you said to me: 'Go back to your country and your family and I will be good to you.' I am less than nothing in comparison with all your love and your faithfulness to me your servant. I only had a stick in my hand when I traveled across Jordan. Now I have become two armies. Save me from the hand of Esau, my brother. I fear that he will attack me and kill both mothers and children. You said, 'I will make sure that you are prosperous and that your descendants will be as many as the grains of sand on the seashore. No one will be able to count them because there are so many.' Jacob stayed there that night. Then he prepared a gift for his brother Esau from what he had brought with him: There were two hundred female goats and twenty male goats, two hundred female sheep and twenty male sheep, also thirty female camels with their young, forty cows and ten bulls, twenty female donkeys and ten male donkeys. He placed servants in charge of each herd. He said to his servants: Go ahead of me, and maintain a distance between the herds. He commanded the first servant: When my brother Esau meets you and asks you, 'To whom do you belong, and where are you going, and whose animals are these ahead of you?' Say, 'They belong to your servant Jacob. This is a gift sent to you. Jacob is directly behind us.' He also commanded the second servant, the third, and all the others who followed the herds. He said: Say the same thing to Esau when you find him. Be sure to say, 'Jacob is right behind us.' He thought: I will make peace with him by giving him this gift that I am sending ahead of me. After that, I will see him, and he will welcome me back. Jacob sent the gift ahead of him, while he stayed in the camp that night. That same night Jacob got up, took his two wives, his two concubines, and his eleven children, and crossed the ford of the Jabbok River. After he sent them across, he also sent across all that he owned.
Prudence » Exemplified » David
One of his attendants said: Jesse of the town of Bethlehem has a son who is a good musician. He is also a brave and handsome man, a good soldier, and an able speaker. Jehovah is with him.
Prudence » Exemplified » The scribe
The scribe said to him: It is true teacher you've said it well that he is one and there is no one else besides him. To love him with all the heart, and with all understanding, and with total strength, and to love his neighbor as himself, is much more than all the whole burnt offerings and sacrifices. When Jesus saw that he answered intelligently he said to him: You are not far from the kingdom of God. No man dared ask any questions after that.
Prudence » Exemplified » Joseph
The king said to Joseph: God has shown you all this. Therefore it is obvious that you have greater wisdom and insight than anyone else.
Prudence » Exemplified » Aged counsellors of rehoboam
They said to him: If you will be a servant to this people today, caring for them and giving them a favorable answer, then they will be your servants for ever.
Prudence » Exemplified » Gamaliel
One of the council, a Pharisee, named Gamaliel, a doctor of the law, had a reputation among all the people. He commanded to put the apostles outside for a while. He said to them: You men of Israel be careful what you intend to do to these men. Sometime ago Theudas claimed to be somebody. About four hundred men joined and obeyed him. He was killed and they finally dispersed. read more.
After this man Judas of Galilee rose in the days of the taxing, and drew away many people after him. He also perished and all who obeyed him dispersed. I tell you: Leave these men alone. If this message and this work are from men it will come to nothing. But if it is from God, you cannot overthrow it; otherwise you may find yourselves fighting against God.
Prudence » Exemplified » gideon
Then the people of Ephraim said to Gideon: Why did you not call us when you went to fight the Midianites? Why did you treat us like this? They complained bitterly about it. He said: What have I accomplished compared to you? Is not the gleaning of the grapes of Ephraim better than the vintage of Abi-ezer? God delivered the princes of Midian, Oreb and Zeeb, to you. What was I able to do in comparison to you? Then their anger toward him subsided at what he said.
Prudence » Exemplified » Sergius paulus
He was with the deputy of the country, Sergius Paulus, a prudent man, who called for Barnabas and Saul, and desired to hear the word of God.
Prudence » Exemplified » Paul
When Paul saw that part of them were Sadducees and the other part Pharisees, he cried out in the Sanhedrin: Men! Brothers! I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee! I am being judged because of the hope and resurrection of the dead.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » saul
Saul and his men spared Agag's life and did not kill the best sheep and cattle, the best calves and lambs, or anything else that was good. They destroyed only what was useless or worthless.
The sin of divination is rebellion. Wickedness and idolatry are arrogance. They are evil. Because you rejected the word of Jehovah, he rejects you as king.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » Moses and aaron:
Jehovah said to Moses and Aaron: You did not trust me! You did not show the Israelites how holy I am! So you will not bring this congregation into the land I am giving them.
Aaron is not going to enter the land I promised to give to Israel. He is going to die, because the two of you rebelled against my command at Meribah.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified
And they do not cry to me from their heart when they wail on their beds. For the sake of grain and new wine they assemble, but they turn away from me.
The people of Samaria are guilty as charged because they rebelled against their God. They will be killed in war, their children will be smashed to death, and their pregnant women will be ripped open.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » israelites
Jehovah sent you from Kadesh-barnea. He said: 'Go up and possess the land I have given you.' Then you rebelled against the command of Jehovah your God. You did not believe him. You did not listen to his voice! You have rebelled against Jehovah from the day I knew you.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » Zedekiah
Zedekiah also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar. Nebuchadnezzar made Zedekiah swear an oath of allegiance to him in God's name. But Zedekiah became so stubborn and so impossible to deal with that he refused to turn back to Jehovah the God of Israel.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » Jeroboam
After asking for advice, the king made two golden calves. He said: You have been worshiping in Jerusalem long enough. Israel, here are your gods who brought you out of Egypt. He placed one in Bethel and the other in Dan. This became Israel's sin, worshiping the golden calves. The people went as far as Dan to worship the one calf. read more.
Jeroboam built worship sites on hilltops. He appointed men who were not descended from Levi to be priests. Jeroboam appointed a festival on the fifteenth day of the eighth month, just like the festival in Judah. He went to the altar in Bethel to sacrifice to the calves he had made. He appointed priests from the illegal worship sites to serve in Bethel. He went to his altar in Bethel to burn an offering on the fifteenth day of the eighth month, the festival he invented for the Israelites.
Rebellion against God » Exemplified » Pharaoh
Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh. They said: Jehovah, the God of Israel, says: 'Let My people go that they may celebrate a feast to me in the wilderness.' But Pharaoh responded: Who is Jehovah, that I should obey his voice to let Israel go? I do not know Jehovah, and besides, I will not let Israel go.
Reproof » Exemplified
John reproved Herod the tetrarch for all the evil things he had done for he took his brother Herodias' wife.
It is reported that there is sexual immorality among you. This type of fornication is not even found among the people of the nations (who do not know God). There is a man who has his father's wife. And you are proud! You should have been filled with sadness that he did this deed. And you should have ejected (expelled) (excommunicated) (disfellowshiped) him from your congregation. I am not there with you in person. But I am with you in spirit. I have already judged the man who did this. read more.
When you assemble in the name and with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, I will be with you in spirit. Deliver this one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
If you have a dispute with another [Christian] do you dare to go to a law court before judges who are ungodly? Why not let the holy ones decide who is right? Do you not know that the holy ones will judge the world? And if you will judge the world, are you unworthy to judge these small matters? Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the matters that pertain to this life? read more.
If you have judgments of things pertaining to this life, would you appoint as judges those who mean nothing to the congregation? I speak to shame you. Is it so, that there is not a wise man among you? Not one who would be able to judge between his brothers? But brother goes to court against brother, and this before unbelievers. It is already a defeat for you that you have lawsuits with one another. Why not let yourself be wronged? Why not let your selves be defrauded (cheated)? Instead you do wrong and defraud, and you do this to your brothers and sisters!
I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing and that there are no divisions among you. You should be perfectly joined together (united) in the same mind and thought. The house of Chloe told me, my brothers, that there are disputes among you. Concerning that I say, that each one of you said, I follow Paul; and I follow Apollos; and I follow Cephas; and I follow Christ. read more.
Is Christ divided? Was Paul impaled for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?
Reproof » Exemplified » Zechariah
God's Spirit spoke to Zechariah son of Jehoiada the priest. Zechariah told everyone that God was saying: Why are you disobeying me and my Laws? This will only bring punishment! You have deserted me, so now I will desert you.
Reproof » Exemplified » Shemaiah
Shemaiah the prophet approached Rehoboam and the princes of Judah who had gathered at Jerusalem because of Shishak. He said to them: Jehovah says: 'You have forsaken me, so I also have forsaken you to Shishak.'
Reproof » Exemplified » Hanani
Then the prophet Hanani went to King Asa. He said: Because you relied on the king of Syria instead of relying on Jehovah your God, the army of the king of Israel has escaped from you.
Reproof » Exemplified » Joab
Joab answered: May Jehovah make the people of Israel a hundred times more numerous than they are now! They are all your servants, Your Majesty. Why do you want to do this and make the whole nation guilty?
Reproof » Exemplified » Ahijah
Go and tell Jeroboam that this is what Jehovah, the God of Israel, says to him: I chose you from among the people and made you the ruler of my people Israel. I took the kingdom away from David's descendants and gave it to you. You have not been like my servant David. He was completely loyal to me. He obeyed my commands, and did only what I approve of. You have committed far greater sins than those who ruled before you. You have rejected me and have aroused my anger by making idols and metal images to worship. read more.
I will bring disaster on the house of Jeroboam. I will kill all your male descendants, young and old alike. I will get rid of your family. They will be swept away like dung. Dogs will eat members of your family who die in the city. Vultures will eat any who die in the open country. I, Jehovah, have spoken!
Reproof » Exemplified » Nathan
You are that man! Nathan said to David. And this is what the Lord Jehovah the God of Israel says: 'I made you king of Israel and rescued you from Saul. I gave you his kingdom and his wives. Then I made you king over Israel and Judah. If this had not been enough, I would have given you twice as much. Why have you disobeyed my commands? Why did you do this evil thing? You had Uriah killed in battle! You let the Ammonites kill him. Then you took his wife!
Reproof » Exemplified » samuel
You did a foolish thing, Samuel told Saul. You did not follow the command of Jehovah your God. If you had, Jehovah would have established your kingdom over Israel from generation to generation (for a very long time).
Reproof » Exemplified » Daniel
You his son, O Belshazzar, have not humbled your heart, though you know all this. You lifted yourself up against the Lord of heaven. They have brought the vessels of his house before you and your lords, wives and concubines. They drank wine from them. You praise the gods of silver and gold, of copper, iron, wood, and stone, which you do not see, nor hear, nor know. You have not glorified the God whose hand holds your breath and life.
Reproof » Exemplified » Elijah
Ahab said to Elijah: Have you come face to face with me, O my enemy? Elijah said: I have come to you because you have given yourself up to do evil in the eyes of Jehovah.
Reproof » Exemplified » Elisha
Elisha said: Was I there in spirit when the man got out of his chariot to meet you? This is no time to accept money and clothes, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and cattle, or servants!
Reproof » Exemplified » Stephen
You obstinate men who are uncircumcised in heart and ears. You always resist the Holy Spirit as your fathers did.
Reproof » Exemplified » Peter
Peter said to him: Your money will perish with you, because you think that the gift of God may be purchased with money.
Resignation » Exemplified » David
Why should I fast now that he is dead? Can I bring him back? Someday I will go to him. However he will not come back to me.
Resignation » Exemplified » Aaron
Moses said to Aaron: This is what Jehovah was speaking about when he said: 'All who serve me must respect my holiness. I will reveal my glory to my people.' But Aaron remained silent.
Resignation » Exemplified » hezekiah
Hezekiah said to Isaiah: The word of Jehovah that you spoke is good. He added: Is it not good that there is peace and security as long as I live?
Resignation » Exemplified » jacob
May God Almighty cause the man to have pity on you, so that he will give Benjamin and your other brother back to you. As for me, if I must lose my children, I must lose them.
Resignation » Exemplified » israelites
But the people of Israel said to Jehovah: We have sinned. Do to us what seems best to you, only please, save us today!
Resignation » Exemplified » Peter
I know that putting off my earthly dwelling is imminent, even as our Lord Jesus Christ indicated to me.
Resignation » Exemplified » Paul
Why do you weep and break my heart? Paul answered: For I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.
Resignation » Exemplified » Stephen
Revenge » Exemplified
When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart. They gnashed their teeth at him.
When day arrived some of the Jews came together and united with an oath saying that they would neither eat nor drink until they had killed Paul.
Samson prayed: Sovereign Lord Jehovah please remember me. Please, God, give me my strength just this one time. With this one blow I can get even with the Philistines for putting out my two eyes. Then Samson took hold of the two middle columns holding up the building. He put one hand on each column. He pushed against them. Samson shouted: Let me die with the Philistines! He pushed with all his might, and the building fell down on the five kings and everyone else. Samson killed more people at his death than he had killed during his life.
Samson said to them: This is how you act! I swear that I will not stop until I pay you back!
Revenge » Exemplified » By samson
Samson said to them: This is how you act! I swear that I will not stop until I pay you back! He attacked them fiercely and killed many of them. After that he stayed in the cave in the cliff at Etam.
Samson prayed: Sovereign Lord Jehovah please remember me. Please, God, give me my strength just this one time. With this one blow I can get even with the Philistines for putting out my two eyes. Then Samson took hold of the two middle columns holding up the building. He put one hand on each column. He pushed against them. Samson shouted: Let me die with the Philistines! He pushed with all his might, and the building fell down on the five kings and everyone else. Samson killed more people at his death than he had killed during his life.
Revenge » Exemplified » By the chief priests
When day arrived some of the Jews came together and united with an oath saying that they would neither eat nor drink until they had killed Paul.
When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart. They gnashed their teeth at him. Being full of the Holy Spirit, he gazed intently into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. He said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing at the right hand of God. read more.
Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord. They threw him out of the city, and stoned him. And the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet. His name was Saul. They stoned Stephen. He called out: Lord Jesus, receive my spirit!
Revenge » Exemplified » Simon and levi
Three days later the men who had been circumcised were still weak from pain. So Simeon and Levi, two of Dinah's brothers, attacked with their swords and killed every man in town.
Revenge » Exemplified » Philistines
The Lord Jehovah says: Because the Philistines have acted in revenge and scorn and have taken vengeance to destroy with everlasting enmity,
Revenge » Exemplified » Edomites
The Lord Jehovah says: 'Because Edom has acted against the house of Judah by taking vengeance, and has incurred grievous guilt, and avenged themselves upon them,
Revenge » Exemplified » Haman
Haman said to King Ahasuerus, There is a nation living here and there in small groups among the people in all the divisions of your kingdom. Their laws are different from those of any other nation. They do not keep the king's laws. For this reason it is not right for the king to let them be. If it is the king's pleasure, let a statement ordering their destruction be put in writing. I will give to those responsible for the king's business, ten thousand talents of silver for the king's storehouse. The king took his ring from his hand and gave it to Haman, the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, the hater of the Jews. read more.
The king said to Haman: The money is yours, and the people, to do with them whatever seems right to you. Then on the thirteenth day of the first month, the king's scribes were summoned. They put in writing Haman's orders to all the king's captains and the rulers of every division of his kingdom and the chiefs of every people. It was to be for every division of the kingdom in the writing commonly used there, and to every people in the language which was theirs. It was signed in the name of King Ahasuerus and stamped with the king's ring. Runners delivered letters to every division of the kingdom. They ordered the death and destruction of all Jews, young and old, little children and women, on the same day, even the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, the month Adar, and the taking of all their goods by force. A copy of the writing, to be made public in every part of the kingdom, was sent out to all the peoples, so that they might be ready when that day came. The runners went out quickly with the king's order. A public statement was made in Shushan. The king and Haman took wine together, but the town of Shushan was troubled.
Revenge » Exemplified » Ahab
The king of Israel said: Take Micaiah and send him back to Amon, the ruler of the town, and to Joash, the king's son.
Revenge » Exemplified » Joab
Abner arrived in Hebron. Joab took him aside at the gate, as though he wanted to speak privately with him. There he stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner was murdered because he had killed Joab's brother Asahel.
Revenge » Exemplified » Herodias
Herodias had a grudge against John and was determined to have him killed. But Herod feared John. He knew he was a righteous and holy man so he kept him safe. That is why he listened to John but was perplexed. It was Herod's birthday. He invited his lords, the military commanders, and the prominent men of Galilee to supper. read more.
When the daughter of Herodias danced for Herod and his guests, she pleased him so much he promised her anything she desired. He pledged to her, Whatever you ask of me, I will give it to you, up to half of my kingdom. She asked her mother, What should I ask? And the mother said: The head of John the Baptist.
Revenge » Exemplified » By absalom
Two years later Absalom had sheep sheared at Baal Hazor, near the town of Ephraim. He invited all the king's sons to be there. He went to King David and said: Your Majesty, I am having my sheep sheared. Will you and your officials take part in the festivities? The king answered: No, my son. It would be too much trouble for you if we all went. Absalom insisted, but the king would not give in. So he asked Absalom to leave. read more.
Absalom said: Will you at least let my brother Amnon come? Why should he? The king asked. Absalom insisted until David finally let Amnon and all his other sons go with Absalom. Absalom prepared a banquet fit for a king. Absalom gave an order to his servants: Watch now and when Amnon begins to feel good from drinking too much wine, I will tell you, Attack Amnon. Then kill him. Do not be afraid. I give this order. Be strong and courageous. Absalom's servants did to Amnon as Absalom ordered. Then all the king's sons got up, mounted their mules, and fled.
Revenge » Exemplified » By herodias
Herodias had a grudge against John and was determined to have him killed. But Herod feared John. He knew he was a righteous and holy man so he kept him safe. That is why he listened to John but was perplexed. It was Herod's birthday. He invited his lords, the military commanders, and the prominent men of Galilee to supper. read more.
When the daughter of Herodias danced for Herod and his guests, she pleased him so much he promised her anything she desired. He pledged to her, Whatever you ask of me, I will give it to you, up to half of my kingdom. She asked her mother, What should I ask? And the mother said: The head of John the Baptist.
Revenge » Exemplified » James and john
When his disciples James and John saw this they said: Lord, do you want us to request fire from heaven to consume them?
Revenge » Exemplified » Chief priests
When they heard that, they were cut to the heart, and took counsel to kill them.
Revenge » Exemplified » By haman
Haman said to King Ahasuerus, There is a nation living here and there in small groups among the people in all the divisions of your kingdom. Their laws are different from those of any other nation. They do not keep the king's laws. For this reason it is not right for the king to let them be. If it is the king's pleasure, let a statement ordering their destruction be put in writing. I will give to those responsible for the king's business, ten thousand talents of silver for the king's storehouse. The king took his ring from his hand and gave it to Haman, the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, the hater of the Jews. read more.
The king said to Haman: The money is yours, and the people, to do with them whatever seems right to you. Then on the thirteenth day of the first month, the king's scribes were summoned. They put in writing Haman's orders to all the king's captains and the rulers of every division of his kingdom and the chiefs of every people. It was to be for every division of the kingdom in the writing commonly used there, and to every people in the language which was theirs. It was signed in the name of King Ahasuerus and stamped with the king's ring. Runners delivered letters to every division of the kingdom. They ordered the death and destruction of all Jews, young and old, little children and women, on the same day, even the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, the month Adar, and the taking of all their goods by force. A copy of the writing, to be made public in every part of the kingdom, was sent out to all the peoples, so that they might be ready when that day came. The runners went out quickly with the king's order. A public statement was made in Shushan. The king and Haman took wine together, but the town of Shushan was troubled.
Revenge » Exemplified » By the philistines
The Lord Jehovah says: Because the Philistines have acted in revenge and scorn and have taken vengeance to destroy with everlasting enmity,
Revenge » Exemplified » By the edomites
The Lord Jehovah says: 'Because Edom has acted against the house of Judah by taking vengeance, and has incurred grievous guilt, and avenged themselves upon them,
Revenge » Exemplified » By ahab
Tell them: 'It is the king's order that this man is to be put in prison and given prison food till I come again in peace.'
Revenge » Exemplified » By simeon and levi
Three days later the men who had been circumcised were still weak from pain. So Simeon and Levi, two of Dinah's brothers, attacked with their swords and killed every man in town.
Revenge » Exemplified » By jezebel
She sent a message to Elijah: May the gods strike me dead if by this time tomorrow I do not do the same thing to you that you did to the prophets.
Revenge » Exemplified » By joab
Abner arrived in Hebron. Joab took him aside at the gate, as though he wanted to speak privately with him. There he stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner was murdered because he had killed Joab's brother Asahel.
Revenge » Exemplified » By james and john
When his disciples James and John saw this they said: Lord, do you want us to request fire from heaven to consume them?
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Jews
People passing by spoke evil abuse to him. They wagged their heads and said, You who would destroy the Temple and rebuild it in three days, save yourself. If you are the Son of God come down from the stake.
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Shimei
Shimei cursed him and said: Get out! Get out you murderer! You took Saul's kingdom. Now Jehovah is punishing you for murdering so many of Saul's family. Jehovah has given the kingdom to your son Absalom. You are ruined, you bloodthirsty murderer!
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Moabites and ammonites
I have heard the reproach of Moab and the taunting by the children of Ammon. They have reproached my people. They behave arrogantly at the border.
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Joseph's brethren
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Michal
David went home so he could ask Jehovah to bless his family. But Saul's daughter Michal went out and started yelling at him: You were really great today! She said. You acted like a dirty old man. You danced around half-naked in front of your servants' slave-girls.
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Sennacherib, isa 37:17
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Athenian philosophers
The Epicurean and Stoic philosophers encountered him. Some said: What is this babbler saying? Others: He seems to be advocating strange gods because he preached Jesus and the resurrection.
Reviling and reproaching » Exemplified » Malefactor
One of the criminals who were hanged complained bitterly to him saying: Are you the Christ? Save yourself and us.
Righteousness » Exemplified » David
You Jehovah rewarded me because of my righteousness. Because my hands are clean you rewarded me.
Righteousness » Exemplified » jacob
My honesty will speak for itself whenever you come to check on my wages. Any goat I have that is not speckled or spotted or any lamb that is not black will be considered stolen.
Righteousness » Exemplified » Abel
By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain. Through this he was commended as righteous. God testified about his gifts. Thus through faith he still speaks even though he is dead.
Righteousness imputed » Exemplified » Abraham
Is this blessing then pronounced upon the circumcised only, or upon the uncircumcised also? For we say: To Abraham his faith was counted for righteousness.
Righteousness imputed » Exemplified » Paul
Things that offered gain to me I count a loss for Christ. I count all things to be loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. I suffered the loss of all things. Yet I count them as refuse (garbage) (dung) that I may gain Christ. I want to be united with him. I no longer want a righteousness of my own that is gained by obeying the law. The righteousness from God is by faith in Christ.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Ephraim and manasseh
So the couriers passed from city to city through the country of Ephraim and Manasseh, and as far as Zebulun, but they laughed them to scorn and mocked them.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Chiefs of judah
They mocked God's messengers. They despised his words, and made fun of his prophets until Jehovah became angry with his people. He could no longer heal them.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Enemies of job
Men younger than I am make fun of me now! Their fathers have always been so worthless that I would not let them help dogs guard sheep.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Enemies of david
Yet, when I stumbled, they rejoiced and gathered together. They gathered together against me. Unknown attackers tore me apart without stopping. With godless and abusive mockers, they grit their teeth at me.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » The men who held jesus
The men that held Jesus mocked him and beat him. They blindfolded him, and asked him, saying: Prophesy: who is it that struck you?
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Chief priests
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Children at beth-el
Elisha left Jericho to go to Bethel. On the way some boys came out of a town and taunted and made fun of him. They shouted: Get out of here, baldy!
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Rulers of israel
Therefore hear the word of Jehovah, you scornful men, who rule this people who are in Jerusalem,
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Ammonites
Tell the Ammonites: 'Hear the word of the Lord Jehovah! The Lord Jehovah says: Because you said, Aha! Against My sanctuary when it was profaned, and against the land of Israel when it was made desolate, and against the house of Judah when they went into exile,
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Ishmael
Sarah saw that the son whom Hagar the Egyptian had borne to Abraham was laughing in mockery.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » People and rulers
The people stood watching while the rulers scoffed at him, saying: He saved others let him save himself if this is his chosen, the Christ of God.
Scorning and mocking » Exemplified » Some of the multitude
Seeking God » Exemplified » Jehoshaphat
Jehovah blessed Jehoshaphat because he followed the example of his father's early life and did not worship Baal. He served his father's God. He obeyed God's commandments, and did not act the way the kings of Israel did.
Seeking God » Exemplified » hezekiah
Hezekiah incorporated Moses' teachings and commands into worship and dedicated his life to serving God. Whatever he did for the worship in God's Temple, he did wholeheartedly, and he succeeded.
Seeking God » Exemplified » Uzziah
He dedicated his life to serving God in the days of Zechariah. Zechariah taught him to respect God. As long as he dedicated his life to serve God, Jehovah gave him success.
Seeking God » Exemplified » Josiah
It was the eighth year of his reign. He was still a boy when he dedicated his life to service of the God of his ancestor David. In his twelfth year as king he purged Judah and Jerusalem by destroying the illegal places of worship, poles dedicated to the goddess Asherah, carved idols, and metal idols.
Seeking God » Exemplified » Asa
Asa told Judah: Let us build these cities and make walls around them with towers and doors that can be barred. The country is still ours because we have dedicated our lives to serve Jehovah our God. We have dedicated our lives to him. He has surrounded us with peace. So they built the cities, and everything went well.
Seeking God » Exemplified » Daniel
I looked to Jehovah God to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting and sackcloth and ashes. And I prayed to Jehovah my God, and made confession, and said, Oh, Jehovah, the great and fear-inspiring (awesome) God, who keeps his covenant and loving kindness for those who love him and keep his commandments.
Seeking God » Exemplified » David
Seeking God » Exemplified » -ezra
Ezra devoted himself to the study and observance of the Law of Jehovah. He taught its decrees and laws in Israel.
Self-delusion » Exemplified » Ahab
Benhadad said: The towns my father took from your father I will give back. You may name streets for yourself in Damascus as my father did in Samaria. As for me, at the price of this agreement you will let me go. So he made an agreement with him and let him go.
And the children of Israel assembled, and food was made ready and they went against them. The children of Israel camped like two little flocks of goats before them. All the country was full of the Syrians.
Self-delusion » Exemplified » Jews
You do the works of your father. They said: We were not born of fornication. We have one Father, God!
They answered him: We are Abraham's seed, and have never been in bondage to any man. How can you say we will be made free?
Self-delusion » Exemplified » israelites
The people of Ephraim say: We are rich. We have made a fortune. With all this wealth, no one will find us guilty of any sin.
Self-delusion » Exemplified » The laodicean congregation
You say, I am rich and have become wealthy and have need of nothing." You do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.
Self-denial » Exemplified
Is not the whole land before you? Let us part company. If you go to the left, I will go to the right. If you go to the right, I will go to the left.
But I discipline my body, and bring it into subjection, so that after I have preached to others I will not be disqualified.
I do not consider my life of any account. It is not dear to me so that I may finish the race, and I may accomplish the ministry I received from the Lord Jesus, to preach the good news of the grace of God.
There was no needy person among them for as many as possessed land or houses sold them, and brought the money from the things that were sold.
They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all men, as every man had need.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Widow of zarephath
Then she said: By the life of Jehovah your God, I have nothing but a little meal, and a drop of oil in the bottle; and now I am getting two sticks together so that I may go in and make it ready for me and my son, so that we may have a meal before our death. Elijah said to her: Have no fear. Go and do as you said, but first make me a little cake of it and come and give it to me. Then make something for yourself and your son. For this is the word of Jehovah, the God of Israel: 'Your supply of meal will not come to an end. The bottle will never be without oil, till the day when Jehovah sends rain on the earth.' read more.
She did as Elijah told her and they all had food for a long time.
Self-denial » Exemplified » moses
By faith Moses, when he grew up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter. He chose to share the bad treatment with the people of God, rather than enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Rechabites
But they answered: No! The ancestor of our clan, Jonadab son of Rechab, made a rule that we must obey. He said: 'Do not ever drink wine or build houses or plant crops and vineyards. Instead, you must always live in tents and move from place to place. If you obey this command, you will live a long time.'
Self-denial » Exemplified » Daniel
Daniel determined in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's special food and wine. He requested permission from the officer in charge that he might not defile himself. God caused the officer in charge to show special favor and kindness to Daniel. The officer in charge said to Daniel: I fear my lord the king. He has appointed your food and your drink. Why should he see your faces worse looking than other young people your age? Would you endanger my head with the king? read more.
Daniel answered the officer appointed over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: Test your servants, please, for ten days. Give them vegetables to eat and water to drink. You compare our appearance and the appearance of the young people who eat the king's special food. Then you deal with us according to what you see. So he listened to them and allowed them to prove the matter for ten days. They looked better when the ten days ended! They were fairer in appearance and fatter in flesh than the young people who ate the king's special food. So the steward took away their special food and wine and gave them vegetables and water.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Barnabas
Joses, who was surnamed Barnabas by the apostles, (this meaning: The son of consolation,) was a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus. He sold his land and brought the money to the apostles.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Simon, andrew, james, and john
Walking by the Sea of Galilee he saw two fishermen Simon and Andrew, Simon's brother. They were casting a net into the sea. Jesus said: Follow me and I will teach you to catch people. They immediately left the nets and went with him. read more.
Jesus then saw James and John, the sons of Zebedee. They were in a boat preparing their nets to go fishing. Jesus called them and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men and went with Jesus.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Esther
Go assemble all the Jews who are present in Shushan, and fast for me. Take no food or drink night or day for three days. My women and I will do the same. Then I will go in to the king even though it is against the law. If death is to be my fate, then let it come.
Self-denial » Exemplified » Poor widow
They all gave out of their surplus but she gave out of her poverty. She gave all that she had for living expenses.
Selfishness » Exemplified » Nabal
His name was Nabal. He was of the family of Caleb. His wife's name was Abigail. She was a woman of good sense and pleasing looks. The man was cruel and dishonest in his dealings.
What makes you think I would give you the bread and water, and the meat that I cooked for my own servants? I do not even know where you are from.
Selfishness » Exemplified » Jews
Selfishness » Exemplified » Cain
Jehovah asked Cain: Where is your brother Abel? I do not know, he replied. Am I my brother's keeper?
Selfishness » Exemplified » James and john
They said to him: Allow us to sit next to you in your glory. One could sit on your right hand, and one on your left hand.
Selfishness » Exemplified » Haman
So Haman came in. And the king said to him: What is to be done to the man whom the king has delight in honoring? Then the thought came into Haman's mind, whom, more than myself, would the king have pleasure in honoring?
Self-righteousness » Exemplified » Lawyer
A lawyer stood up to test him. He asked: Teacher what shall I do to inherit everlasting life?
Self-righteousness » Exemplified » saul
Samuel went up to Saul. Saul said: Jehovah bless you, Samuel! I have obeyed Jehovah's command.
Self-righteousness » Exemplified » Israel
They are ignorant of God's righteousness. They seek to establish their own righteousness and have not submitted to the righteousness of God.
Self-will » Exemplified » The israelites
Jehovah added: I have seen these people. They have an iron sinew (stiff necked people) (are impossible to deal with).
Understand this! It is not because you have been living right that Jehovah your God is giving you this good land to possess. You are a rebellious and impossible (stiff-necked) (stubborn) people!
Jehovah spoke further to me: 'I have seen this people. They are a very stubborn people.
Self-will » Exemplified » King saul
Why then did you not obey the voice of Jehovah? Why did you pounce on the plunder? Why did you do evil in the sight of Jehovah? Then Saul said to Samuel: I did obey the voice of Jehovah. I went on the mission Jehovah sent me. I brought back Agag the king of Amalek. I have utterly destroyed the Amalekites. The people took from the plunder of the flock the best of the sheep and cattle to sacrifice to Jehovah your God in Gilgal. read more.
Samuel said: What is more pleasing to Jehovah, burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Obeying is better than sacrifice. To pay attention is better than the fat of rams. The sin of divination is rebellion. Wickedness and idolatry are arrogance. They are evil. Because you rejected the word of Jehovah, he rejects you as king.
Self-will » Exemplified » Zedekiah
Zedekiah also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar. Nebuchadnezzar made Zedekiah swear an oath of allegiance to him in God's name. But Zedekiah became so stubborn and so impossible to deal with that he refused to turn back to Jehovah the God of Israel.
Self-will » Exemplified » Josiah
But Josiah would not stop his attack. He disguised himself as he went into battle. He refused to listen to Necho's words, which came from God. He went to fight in the valley of Megiddo.
Self-will » Exemplified » David
The king made Joab and his officers obey his order. They left his presence and went out to count the people of Israel.
Self-will » Exemplified » Simeon and levi
I will not join in their secret talks. I will not take part in their meetings. They killed people in anger. They crippled bulls for sport.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified
Jehovah added: I have seen these people. They have an iron sinew (stiff necked people) (are impossible to deal with).
Understand this! It is not because you have been living right that Jehovah your God is giving you this good land to possess. You are a rebellious and impossible (stiff-necked) (stubborn) people!
Jehovah spoke further to me: 'I have seen this people. They are a very stubborn people.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified » Zedekiah
Zedekiah also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar. Nebuchadnezzar made Zedekiah swear an oath of allegiance to him in God's name. But Zedekiah became so stubborn and so impossible to deal with that he refused to turn back to Jehovah the God of Israel.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified » Josiah
But Josiah would not stop his attack. He disguised himself as he went into battle. He refused to listen to Necho's words, which came from God. He went to fight in the valley of Megiddo.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified » saul
Why then did you not obey the voice of Jehovah? Why did you pounce on the plunder? Why did you do evil in the sight of Jehovah? Then Saul said to Samuel: I did obey the voice of Jehovah. I went on the mission Jehovah sent me. I brought back Agag the king of Amalek. I have utterly destroyed the Amalekites. The people took from the plunder of the flock the best of the sheep and cattle to sacrifice to Jehovah your God in Gilgal. read more.
Samuel said: What is more pleasing to Jehovah, burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Obeying is better than sacrifice. To pay attention is better than the fat of rams. The sin of divination is rebellion. Wickedness and idolatry are arrogance. They are evil. Because you rejected the word of Jehovah, he rejects you as king.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified » David
The king made Joab and his officers obey his order. They left his presence and went out to count the people of Israel.
Self-will and stubbornness » Exemplified » Simeon and levi
I will not join in their secret talks. I will not take part in their meetings. They killed people in anger. They crippled bulls for sport.
Simplicity » Exemplified
They continued daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house. They ate their food with gladness and singleness of heart.
The congregation that believed was of one heart and mind. No one claimed his or her own possessions for everything was common property.
Simplicity » Exemplified » Paul
This is our pride and testimony of conscience. In holiness and Godly sincerity we behaved ourselves in the world, and more abundantly toward you. It was not by fleshly wisdom but by the grace of God.
Simplicity » Exemplified » David
([Psalm of David]) O Jehovah, my heart is not proud, my eyes are not haughty. I do not involve myself in great matters. I do not get involved in things too difficult for me. Surely I am composed and quiet. I am like a weaned child who rests against his mother. Inside of me I am like a weaned child.
Sincerity » Exemplified » Men of zebulun
From the tribe of Zebulun, there were fifty thousand skilled warriors. They were fully armed and prepared for battle and completely loyal to David.
Sincerity » Exemplified » Paul
This is our pride and testimony of conscience. In holiness and Godly sincerity we behaved ourselves in the world, and more abundantly toward you. It was not by fleshly wisdom but by the grace of God.
Sincerity » Exemplified » The redeemed
Sincerity » Exemplified » Lois and eunice
I am mindful of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.
Sincerity » Exemplified » Timothy
I am mindful of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.
Sincerity » Exemplified » hezekiah
Remember, Jehovah, that I have served you faithfully and loyally. I have always tried to do what you wanted me to. Then he cried bitterly.
Sincerity » Exemplified » By some men of the tribe of zebulun
From the tribe of Zebulun, there were fifty thousand skilled warriors. They were fully armed and prepared for battle and completely loyal to David.
Sincerity » Exemplified » By nathanael
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him. He said: Look an Israelite indeed. There is no deceit in him!
Sincerity » Exemplified » By hezekiah
Remember, Jehovah, that I have served you faithfully and loyally. I have always tried to do what you wanted me to. Then he cried bitterly.
Sincerity » Exemplified » By paul
This is our pride and testimony of conscience. In holiness and Godly sincerity we behaved ourselves in the world, and more abundantly toward you. It was not by fleshly wisdom but by the grace of God.
Sincerity » Exemplified » By lois and eunice
I am mindful of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.
Sincerity » Exemplified » By timothy
I am mindful of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.
national Sins » Exemplified
He turned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah into ashes, condemned them with an overthrow, and made them an example to those who are ungodly.
So Moses went back to Jehovah and said: These people have committed such a serious sin! They made a god out of gold for themselves.
Hear the word of Jehovah, you children of Israel! For Jehovah has a legal case against the inhabitants of the land. There is no truth! There is no goodness. There is no knowledge of God in the land. They do nothing but swear, deceive, kill, steal and commit adultery! There is violence and bloodshed in the land.
Moses said: This will happen when Jehovah gives you meat to eat in the evening, and bread to eat in the morning. Jehovah hears your complaints against him. And what are we? Your complaints are not against us but against Jehovah.
Jehovah said: Because the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great, and because their sin is very grave,
national Sins » Exemplified » Moab
Moab is very proud! I have heard how proud, arrogant, and conceited the people are, how much they think of themselves. Jehovah says: 'I know Moab's great pride, but it is of no use. Moab's bragging gains nothing.
national Sins » Exemplified » Nations of canaan
When Jehovah your God expels these people right before your very eyes, do not say to yourselves: 'Jehovah brought us here to possess this land because we live right (are righteous).' This is not the case. It is because these nations are so wicked that Jehovah is forcing them out of your way.
national Sins » Exemplified » Tyre
Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre: 'This is what the Lord Jehovah says: 'In your arrogance you say, 'I am a god (strong deity). I sit on God's throne in the sea.' But you are only human and not a god, although you think you are a god. (2 Thes 2:4)
national Sins » Exemplified » Nineveh
Slander » Exemplified » Doeg
Doeg from Edom, standing with Saul's officials, answered him: I saw Jesse's son when he came to Ahimelech, Ahitub's son, in Nob. Ahimelech prayed to Jehovah for David. He gave him food and the sword of Goliath the Philistine. Then the king sent for the priest Ahimelech son of Ahitub's and his entire family who were the priests in Nob. All of them came to the king.
Slander » Exemplified » Jews
For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, 'He has a demon.' The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, 'A gluttonous man and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!' Wisdom is justified by its actions.
Slander » Exemplified » Princes of ammon
the Ammonite princes asked their master Hanun: Do you think David is honoring your father because he sent men to comfort you? Perhaps David sent his men to explore the city, spy on it, and destroy it.
Slander » Exemplified » Children of belial
The two good-for-nothing persons came in and took their seats before him and gave witness against Naboth, in front of the people. They said: Naboth has been cursing God and the king. Then they took him outside the town and had him stoned to death.
Slander » Exemplified » Jeremiah's enemies
The officials went to the king and said: This man must be put to death. By talking like this he is making the soldiers in the city lose their courage. He is doing the same thing to everyone else left in the city. He is not trying to help the people. He only wants to hurt them.
Slander » Exemplified » Ziba
Where is your master Saul's grandson? The king asked. He stayed in Jerusalem, said Ziba. He said: Today the house of Israel will give me back my grandfather's kingdom.
Slander » Exemplified » Laban's sons
Jacob heard that Laban's sons were saying: Jacob has taken everything that belonged to our father. He has gained all his wealth from him.
Slander » Exemplified » Gashmu
There was written in it: It has been heard among the nations what Geshem is saying, / He is saying that you and the Jews are hoping to make yourselves free from the king's authority. That this is why you are building the wall. They say that it is your purpose to be their king.
Slander » Exemplified » David's enemies
I have heard the whispering of many people, terror on every side, while they made plans together against me. They were plotting to take my life.
Slander » Exemplified » Enemies of the jews
In the time of Artaxerxes, Bishlam, Mithredath, Tabeel, and the rest of his friends, sent a letter to Artaxerxes, king of Persia, writing it in the Aramaic language. Rehum, the chief ruler, and Shimshai the scribe, sent a letter against Jerusalem, to Artaxerxes the king as follows: The letter was sent by Rehum, the chief ruler, and Shimshai the scribe and their friends; the Dinaites and the Apharsathchites, the Tarpelites, the Apharsites, the Archevites, the Babylonians, the Shushanchites (people of Susa), the Dehaites, the Elamites, read more.
The rest of the nations the great and noble Osnappar took over and put in Samaria and the rest of the country over the river: This is a copy of the letter that they sent to Artaxerxes the king: 'Your servants living across the river send these words: We give news to the king that the Jews who came from you have come to us at Jerusalem. They are again building that uncontrolled and evil town. The walls are complete and they are repairing the bases. The king may be certain that when the town and its wall are completely rebuilt they will pay no tax or payment in goods or forced payments, and in the end it will be a cause of loss to the kings. Because we are responsible to the king, and it is not right for us to see the king's honor damaged, we have sent to give the king word of these things. That way a search may be made in the book of the records of your fathers. You will see in the book of the records that this town has been uncontrolled. It has been a cause of trouble to kings and countries. There were outbursts against authority in the past. That is the reason the town was laid waste. We give you word, that if this town and its walls is completely rebuilt, your power in the country across the river will end.
Slander » Exemplified » Haman
Haman said to King Ahasuerus, There is a nation living here and there in small groups among the people in all the divisions of your kingdom. Their laws are different from those of any other nation. They do not keep the king's laws. For this reason it is not right for the king to let them be.
Slander » Exemplified » Enemies of stephen
They secretly induced me to say: We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses, and against God.
Slander » Exemplified » Enemies of paul
Jason welcomed them. They all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Slander » Exemplified » priests
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Corinthians
Brothers, I declared the good news to you. You have received it and should continue strong in it.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Colossians
Even though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit (mental disposition). I am glad when I see the resolute firmness with which you stand together in your faith in Christ.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » David
I have kept the ways of Jehovah and I have not wickedly turned away from my God. All his judgments are in front of me and I have not turned away from his laws.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Caleb
My servant Caleb has a different attitude and has wholeheartedly followed me, I will bring him to the land he already explored. His descendants will possess it.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Joshua
If you are not willing to serve him, decide today whom you will serve, the gods your ancestors worshiped in Mesopotamia or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are now living. As for my family and me, we will serve Jehovah.'
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Josiah
He did what was right in the eyes of Jehovah. He walked in the ways of David his father, without turning to the right hand or to the left.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Shadrach
If not you should know O king that we will not serve your gods. We will not worship the golden image that you set up!
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Daniel
Daniel knew that the decree was signed. He went into his house. His windows were open in his chamber toward Jerusalem. He kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, like he did before.
Steadfastness » Exemplified » Primitive Christians
They continued devoting themselves to doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
Strife » Exemplified » Judah and israel
All the people of Israel came to the king. They asked: Why did our brothers, the people of Judah, kidnap you and bring you and your family across the Jordan River? All the people of Judah answered the people of Israel: Because the king is our relative. Why are you angry about this? Did we eat the king's food, or did he give us any gifts? The Israelites replied: We have ten times as many claims on King David as you have! We know he is one of you. Why do you look down on us? Do not forget that we were the first to talk about bringing the king back! The men of Judah were more violent in making their claims than the men of Israel.
Strife » Exemplified » israelites
How can I alone bear your encumbrance, your burden, and your strife?
Strife » Exemplified » Herdmen of gerar and of isaac
The herdsmen of Gerar quarreled with the herdsmen of Isaac. They said: The water is ours! So he named the well Esek, because they argued with him.
Strife » Exemplified » Laban and jacob
Jacob lost his temper. What crime have I committed? he asked angrily. What law have I broken that gives you the right to hunt me down?
Strife » Exemplified
Quarreling arose between Abram's herdsmen and the herdsmen of Lot. The Canaanites and Perizzites were also living in the land at that time.
Strife » Exemplified » Paul and barnabas
Their disagreement was so great between them that they parted company. So Barnabas took Mark, and sailed to Cyprus.
Strife » Exemplified » Pharisees and sadducees
When he said this dissension arose between the Pharisees and the Sadducees. The crowd was divided.
Strife » Exemplified » Judaizing teachers
Paul and Barnabas had an intense (harsh) dispute and debate with them. They concluded that Paul, Barnabas, and others should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders to settle this question.
Swearing falsely » Exemplified » saul
Saul tried to pin David to the wall with his spear. David dodged it, and Saul's spear struck the wall. David escaped from Saul that night.
Jonathan convinced Saul, so Saul made a vow in Jehovah's name that he would not kill David.
Swearing falsely » Exemplified » Peter
Then with curses and oaths he said: I do not know the man! And immediately a rooster crowed.
Swearing falsely » Exemplified » Zedekiah
He took one of the royal family and made a covenant with him, putting him under oath. He also took away the mighty of the land, that the kingdom might be in subjection, not exalting itself, but keeping his covenant that it might continue. But he rebelled against him! He sent his envoys to Egypt that they might give him horses and many troops. Will he succeed? Will he who does such things escape? Can he indeed break the covenant and escape?' read more.
As I am alive,' says the Lord Jehovah, 'this king will die in Babylon because he broke his oath and the treaty with the one who put him on the throne the king of Babylon. Even the powerful army of the king of Egypt will not be able to help him fight when the Babylonians build earthworks and dig trenches in order to kill many people. He broke his oath and the treaty he had made. He did all these things, and now he will not escape.' The Lord Jehovah says: As surely as I am the living God, I will punish him for breaking the treaty that he swore in my name to keep.
Swearing falsely » Exemplified » Shimei
When Solomon heard what Shimei did, he sent for him and said: I made you promise in Jehovah's name not to leave Jerusalem. I warned you that if you ever did, you would die. Did you not agree to it and say that you would obey me? Why did you break your promise and disobey my command?
Swearing falsely » Exemplified » Jews
The Lord Jehovah says: 'I will treat you the way you deserve, because you ignored your promises and broke the covenant.
profane Swearing » Exemplified
The Israelite woman's son began cursing Jehovah's name and treating it with contempt. So they brought him to Moses.
profane Swearing » Exemplified » Peter
Then with curses and oaths he said: I do not know the man! And immediately a rooster crowed.
profane Swearing » Exemplified » Gehazi
when Elisha's servant Gehazi said to himself: My master has let Naaman get away without paying a thing! He should have accepted what that Syrian offered him. By the living God Jehovah I will run after him and get something from him.
Temptation » Exemplified
I was given a painful physical ailment that will keep me from being puffed up with pride because of the many wonderful things I saw. It acts as Satan's messenger to beat me and keep me from being proud.
You will not die, the serpent said to the woman. God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened. Then you will be like God, knowing good and evil.
Now the serpent was craftier than any of the wild animals Jehovah God had made. He said to the woman: Did God really say, you must not eat from any tree in the garden?
That which was a temptation to you in my flesh, you did not despise or reject. You received me like an angel (messenger) of God, even like Christ Jesus.
Temptation » Exemplified » Jeroboam
This happened because Jeroboam aroused the anger of Jehovah, the God of Israel, by the sins he committed and that he caused Israel to commit.
Temptation » Exemplified » balaam
I will make sure you are richly rewarded. I will do whatever you ask. Please, come and curse (execrate) these people for me.'
Temptation » Exemplified » David
Late one afternoon, David got up from his nap and went to the palace roof. He walked around on the roof. He saw a woman taking a bath. She was very beautiful.
Temptation » Exemplified » Peter
When she saw Peter warming himself, she looked at him and said: You were with Jesus of Nazareth. He denied it. I do not know and I do not understand what you are talking about, he answered. He went out into the passageway. The servant woman saw him there and told bystanders, He is one of them! read more.
Peter denied it again. Later the bystanders accused Peter again saying: You cannot deny that you are one of them, because you, too, are from Galilee. Then Peter said: I swear I am telling the truth! May God punish me if I lie! I do not know the man you are talking about!
Temptation » Exemplified » Joseph
Temptation » Exemplified » Achan
When I saw among the spoils a quality Babylonish garment, and two hundred shekels of silver, and a wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight, then I coveted them, and took them. I hid them in the earth in the middle of my tent.
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Levites
All the Levites who were musicians: Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, their sons, and their relatives were dressed in fine linen and stood east of the altar with cymbals, harps, and lyres. With the musicians were one hundred and twenty priests blowing trumpets. When the priests left the holy place, the trumpeters and singers praised and thanked Jehovah in unison. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and other musical instruments, they sang in praise to Jehovah: He is good; his mercy (lovingkindness) endures forever. Then Jehovah's Temple was filled with a cloud.
Thankfulness » Exemplified » David
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Paul
When the brothers had news for us they came out from town as far as Appius Forum (Market place on the Appian Road) and the Three Taverns to have a meeting with us. Paul saw them and praised God. He was encouraged.
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Daniel
I thank you, and praise you, O God of my fathers. You have given me wisdom and might. You have made known to me what we desired from you. For you have made known to us the king's situation.
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Simeon
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Jonah
But I will sacrifice to you with the voice of thanksgiving! I will pay that which I have vowed. Salvation is from Jehovah!
Thankfulness » Exemplified » Anna
Even up to that time she gave thanks to God and spoke to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Levites
All the Levites who were musicians: Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, their sons, and their relatives were dressed in fine linen and stood east of the altar with cymbals, harps, and lyres. With the musicians were one hundred and twenty priests blowing trumpets. When the priests left the holy place, the trumpeters and singers praised and thanked Jehovah in unison. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and other musical instruments, they sang in praise to Jehovah: He is good; his mercy (lovingkindness) endures forever. Then Jehovah's Temple was filled with a cloud.
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » David
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Daniel
I thank you, and praise you, O God of my fathers. You have given me wisdom and might. You have made known to me what we desired from you. For you have made known to us the king's situation.
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Paul
When the brothers had news for us they came out from town as far as Appius Forum (Market place on the Appian Road) and the Three Taverns to have a meeting with us. Paul saw them and praised God. He was encouraged.
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Simeon
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Jonah
But I will sacrifice to you with the voice of thanksgiving! I will pay that which I have vowed. Salvation is from Jehovah!
Thanksgiving » Exemplified » Anna
Even up to that time she gave thanks to God and spoke to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
The favor of God » Exemplified » Mary » Mother of jesus
Gabriel appeared to her and said: Greetings highly favored one. God is with you.
The angel said to Mary: Do not fear for you have found favor with God.
The favor of God » Exemplified
O Naphtali, satisfied with favor, and full of the blessing of Jehovah, take possession of the sea and the south.
The favor of God » Exemplified » samuel
The favor of God » Exemplified » David
Who found favor before God, and desired to find a tabernacle for the God of Jacob.
The favor of God » Exemplified » Job
You granted me life and showed me kindness. Your providence preserved my spirit.
Theft » Exemplified » Rachel
When Laban went to shear his sheep, Rachel stole her father's household idols.
Theft » Exemplified » Achan
When I saw among the spoils a quality Babylonish garment, and two hundred shekels of silver, and a wedge of gold of fifty shekels weight, then I coveted them, and took them. I hid them in the earth in the middle of my tent.
Theft » Exemplified » Micah
He said to his mother: When someone stole those eleven hundred pieces of silver from you, you put a curse on the robber. I heard you do it. Look, I have the money. I am the one who took it. His mother said: Jehovah blesses you.
Unbelief » Exemplified » israelites
Jehovah sent you from Kadesh-barnea. He said: 'Go up and possess the land I have given you.' Then you rebelled against the command of Jehovah your God. You did not believe him. You did not listen to his voice!
Unbelief » Exemplified » saul
I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and a violent aggressor. I was shown mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
Unbelief » Exemplified » People of jericho
By faith Rahab the harlot did not perish with the disobedient, after she welcomed the spies in peace.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Moses and aaron:
Jehovah said to Moses and Aaron: You did not trust me! You did not show the Israelites how holy I am! So you will not bring this congregation into the land I am giving them.
Unbelief » Exemplified
You will not die, the serpent said to the woman. God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened. Then you will be like God, knowing good and evil. When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Naaman
Are not the Abanah and Pharpar rivers in Damascus better than any river in Israel? I could have washed in them and been cured!
Unbelief » Exemplified » Samaritan lord
The personal attendant of the king said to Elisha: If Jehovah could make floodgates in the heavens could this happen? Elisha replied: You will see it with your own eyes. But you will not eat from it.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Chief priests
If you are the Christ, tell us. But he said to them: If I tell you, you will not believe:
Unbelief » Exemplified » Thomas
The other disciples therefore said to him: We have seen the Lord. He said: Unless I feel the print of the nails in his hands and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Thessalonian jews
The Jews were moved with jealousy so they gathered bad people who organized a crowd for a riot. They assaulted the house of Jason in order to bring them out to the crowd.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Jews of iconium
The unbelieving Jews stirred up the people of the nations and poisoned their minds against the brothers.
Unbelief » Exemplified » Brethren of Christ
Waiting » Exemplified » Isaiah
I will wait for Jehovah, who hides his face from the descendants of Jacob. I will hope in him.
Waiting » Exemplified » Joseph
Joseph of Arimathaea was a prominent council member who also was looking for the Kingdom of God. He boldly approached Pilate and asked for Jesus' body.
Waiting » Exemplified » jacob
Waiting » Exemplified » Micah
But as for me, I will look to Jehovah! I will wait for the God of my salvation! My God will hear me.
Waiting » Exemplified » David
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » jacob
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » Hannah
He had two wives, one named Hannah and the other Peninnah. Peninnah was the mother of children. Hannah had no children.
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » Isaiah
I will wait for Jehovah, who hides his face from the descendants of Jacob. I will hope in him.
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » Joseph
Joseph of Arimathaea was a prominent council member who also was looking for the Kingdom of God. He boldly approached Pilate and asked for Jesus' body.
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » David
Waiting upon God » Exemplified » Micah
But as for me, I will look to Jehovah! I will wait for the God of my salvation! My God will hear me.
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Paul
In weariness and painfulness, in watching often, in hunger and thirst, in fasting often, in cold and nakedness.
Watchfulness » Exemplified » David
Watchfulness » Exemplified » Anna
She had been a widow eighty-four years. She never left the temple. She worshipped and fasted with supplications day and night.
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- Christ
- Disciples, characteristics of
- Discipleship, nature of
- Ethics, basis of
- Following
- Footsteps
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