1 Thessalonians 5:14

We beg you, brothers, warn the idlers, cheer up the despondent, keep hold of the weak, be patient with everybody.

Romans 14:1

Treat people who are overscrupulous in their faith like brothers; do not criticize their views.

Acts 20:35

I showed you in every way that by hard work like that we must help those who are weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, for he said, 'It makes one happier to give than to be given to.' "

2 Thessalonians 3:6-7

We charge you, brothers, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who lives in idleness, instead of following the teaching you received from us.

2 Timothy 4:2

preach the message; be at it in season and out of season; convince, reprove, exhort people, with perfect patience and willingness to teach.

Hebrews 12:12

So tighten your loosening hold! Stiffen your wavering stand!

Matthew 12:20

He will not break off a bent reed, And he will not put out a smoldering wick, Until he carries his judgment to success.

Luke 22:32

but I have prayed that your own faith may not fail. And afterward you yourself must turn and strengthen your brothers."

John 21:15-17

When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, are you more devoted to me than these others are?" Peter said to him, "Yes, Master, you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Then feed my lambs!"

Acts 20:27

for I have not shrunk from letting you know God's purpose without reserve.

Acts 20:31

So you must be on your guard and remember that for three years, night and day, I never stopped warning any of you, even with tears.

Romans 12:1

I appeal to you, therefore, brothers, by this mercy of God, to offer your bodies in a living sacrifice that will be holy and acceptable to God; that is your rational worship.

Romans 15:1-3

It is the duty of us who are strong to put up with the weaknesses of those who are immature, and not just suit ourselves.

1 Corinthians 4:14

I do not write this to you to make you ashamed, but for your instruction as my dear children.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Love is patient and kind. Love is not envious or boastful. It does not put on airs.

Galatians 5:22

But what the Spirit produces is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Galatians 6:1-2

But if a man is caught doing something wrong, brothers, you are spiritual, and you must set him right, in a spirit of gentleness. Think of yourself, for you may be tempted too.

Ephesians 4:2

with perfect humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another lovingly.

Ephesians 4:32-2

You must be kind to one another, you must be tender-hearted, and forgive one another just as God through Christ has forgiven you.

Colossians 1:28

And in spreading the news of him, we warn everyone and teach everyone all our wisdom, in order to bring everyone to Christian perfection.

Colossians 3:12-13

As persons chosen by God, then, consecrated and dearly loved, you must clothe yourselves with tenderness of heart, kindness, humility, gentleness, forbearance.

1 Thessalonians 2:7-12

We were children when we were with you; we were like a mother nursing her children.

2 Thessalonians 3:11-13

For we hear that some of you are living in idleness, mere busybodies, not doing any work.

1 Timothy 3:3

not addicted to drink or pugnacious, but a man of moderation and peace, not avaricious,

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, must fly from these things. Strive for uprightness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.

2 Timothy 2:24-25

and a slave of the Lord must not quarrel, but treat everyone kindly; he must be persuasive and unresentful,

Titus 1:10

For there are many undisciplined people, who deceive themselves with their empty talk, especially those of the party of circumcision.

Hebrews 5:2-3

He can sympathize with the ignorant and misguided because he is himself subject to weakness,

Hebrews 13:3

Remember those who are in prison as though you were in prison with them, and those who are ill-treated as being yourselves liable to the same trials.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.

Exhort

General references

Bible References

Exhort

Romans 12:1
I appeal to you, therefore, brothers, by this mercy of God, to offer your bodies in a living sacrifice that will be holy and acceptable to God; that is your rational worship.

You

1 Thessalonians 5:12
We beg you, brothers, to respect those who work with you and who lead you in the service of the Lord, and teach you.

Warn

Acts 20:27
for I have not shrunk from letting you know God's purpose without reserve.
1 Corinthians 4:14
I do not write this to you to make you ashamed, but for your instruction as my dear children.
Colossians 1:28
And in spreading the news of him, we warn everyone and teach everyone all our wisdom, in order to bring everyone to Christian perfection.

Unruly

2 Thessalonians 3:11
For we hear that some of you are living in idleness, mere busybodies, not doing any work.

Be

1 Corinthians 13:4
Love is patient and kind. Love is not envious or boastful. It does not put on airs.
Galatians 5:22
But what the Spirit produces is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Ephesians 4:2
with perfect humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another lovingly.
Ephesians 5:1
So follow God's example, like his dear children,
Colossians 3:12
As persons chosen by God, then, consecrated and dearly loved, you must clothe yourselves with tenderness of heart, kindness, humility, gentleness, forbearance.
1 Timothy 3:3
not addicted to drink or pugnacious, but a man of moderation and peace, not avaricious,
1 Timothy 6:11
But you, man of God, must fly from these things. Strive for uprightness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.
2 Timothy 2:24
and a slave of the Lord must not quarrel, but treat everyone kindly; he must be persuasive and unresentful,
2 Timothy 4:2
preach the message; be at it in season and out of season; convince, reprove, exhort people, with perfect patience and willingness to teach.
Hebrews 5:2
He can sympathize with the ignorant and misguided because he is himself subject to weakness,
Hebrews 13:3
Remember those who are in prison as though you were in prison with them, and those who are ill-treated as being yourselves liable to the same trials.

General references

Hebrews 12:12
So tighten your loosening hold! Stiffen your wavering stand!