2 Corinthians 11:23
Are they [self-proclaimed] servants of Christ?—I am speaking as if I were out of my mind—I am more so [for I exceed them]; with far more labors, with far more imprisonments, beaten times without number, and often in danger of death.
1 Corinthians 15:10
But by the [remarkable] grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not without effect. In fact, I worked harder than all of the apostles, though it was not I, but the grace of God [His unmerited favor and blessing which was] with me.
2 Corinthians 6:4-5
but we commend ourselves in every way as servants of God: in great endurance, in sufferings, in hardships, in distresses,
Acts 9:16
2 Corinthians 3:6
He has qualified us [making us sufficient] as ministers of a new covenant [of salvation through Christ], not of the letter [of a written code] but of the Spirit; for the letter [of the Law] kills [by revealing sin and demanding obedience], but the Spirit gives life.
1 Corinthians 3:5
What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? Just servants through whom you believed [in Christ], even as the Lord appointed to each his task.
1 Corinthians 15:30-32
[For that matter] why are we [running such risks and putting ourselves]
2 Corinthians 1:9-10
Indeed, we felt within ourselves that we had received the sentence of death [and were convinced that we would die, but this happened] so that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God who raises the dead.
2 Corinthians 4:11
For we who live are constantly [experiencing the threat of] being handed over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the [resurrection] life of Jesus also may be evidenced in our mortal body [which is subject to death].
2 Corinthians 6:9
as unknown [to the world], yet well-known [by God and His people]; as dying, yet we live; as punished, yet not killed;
Acts 14:19
But Jews arrived from Antioch and Iconium, and having won over the crowds, they stoned Paul and dragged him out of the city, thinking he was dead.
Acts 16:23-24
After striking them many times [with the rods], they threw them into prison, commanding the jailer to guard them securely.
Acts 20:23
except that the Holy Spirit solemnly [and emphatically] affirms to me in city after city that imprisonment and suffering await me.
Acts 21:11
And coming to [see] us, he took Paul’s [wide]
Acts 24:26-27
At the same time he was also hoping to get money from Paul [as a bribe]; so he continued to send for him quite often and talked with him.
Acts 25:14
While they were spending many days there, Festus laid Paul’s case before the king, saying, “There is a man here who was left as a prisoner by Felix.
Acts 27:1
Now when it was determined that
Acts 28:16
When we entered Rome, Paul was allowed to stay by himself [in rented quarters] with the soldier who was guarding him.
Acts 28:30
And Paul lived there for two full years [at his own expense] in his own rented lodging and welcomed all who came to him,
Romans 8:36
Just as it is written and forever remains written,
We are regarded as sheep for the slaughter.”
1 Corinthians 4:1
So then, let us [who minister] be regarded as servants of Christ and stewards (trustees, administrators) of the mysteries of God [that He chooses to reveal].
2 Corinthians 10:7
You are looking [only] at the outward appearance of things. If anyone is confident that he is Christ’s, he should reflect and consider this, that just as he is Christ’s, so too are we.
2 Corinthians 11:5
Yet I consider myself in no way inferior to the [so-called]
2 Corinthians 11:24-25
Five times I received from the Jews
2 Corinthians 12:11-12
Now I have become foolish; you have forced me [by questioning my apostleship]. Actually I should have been commended by you [instead of being treated disdainfully], for I was not inferior to those
Ephesians 3:1
For this reason [because I preach that you and believing Jews are joint heirs] I, Paul, am the prisoner of Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles—
Ephesians 4:1
So I, the prisoner for the Lord, appeal to you to live a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called [that is, to live a life that exhibits godly character, moral courage, personal integrity, and mature behavior—a life that expresses gratitude to God for your salvation],
Ephesians 6:20
for which I am an ambassador in chains. And pray that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly and courageously, as I should.
Philippians 1:13
My imprisonment in [the cause of] Christ has become common knowledge throughout the whole
Philippians 2:17
But even if I am being poured out as a
Colossians 1:24
Now I rejoice in my sufferings on your behalf. And with my own body I
Colossians 1:29
For this I labor [often to the point of exhaustion], striving with His power and energy, which so greatly works within me.
1 Thessalonians 3:2
and so we sent Timothy, our brother and God’s servant in [spreading] the good news of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you [exhorting, comforting, and establishing you] in regard to your faith,
1 Timothy 4:6
If you point out these instructions to the
2 Timothy 1:8
So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord or about me His prisoner, but with me take your share of suffering for the gospel [continue to preach regardless of the circumstances], in accordance with the power of God [for His power is invincible],
2 Timothy 1:16
The Lord grant mercy to the family of Onesiphorus, because he often refreshed me and showed me kindness [comforting and reviving me like fresh air] and he was not ashamed of my chains [for Christ’s sake];
2 Timothy 2:9
for that [gospel] I am suffering even to [the point of] wearing chains like a criminal; but the word of God is not chained or imprisoned!
Hebrews 10:34
For you showed sympathy and deep concern for those who were imprisoned, and you joyfully accepted the [unjust] seizure of your belongings and the confiscation of your property, conscious of the fact that you have a better possession and a lasting one [prepared for you in heaven].