Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.
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Bible References
Whether
2 Corinthians 7:15
His affection is greater than ever as he remembers the obedience [to his guidance] that all of you exhibited, and how you received him with the greatest respect.
2 Corinthians 10:6
being ready to punish every act of disobedience, when your own obedience [as a church] is complete.
Philippians 2:12
So then, my dear ones, just as you have always obeyed [my instructions with enthusiasm], not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation [that is, cultivate it, bring it to full effect, actively pursue spiritual maturity] with awe-inspired fear and trembling [using serious caution and critical self-evaluation to avoid anything that might offend God or discredit the name of Christ].
2 Thessalonians 3:14
Now if anyone [in the church] does not obey what we say in this letter, take special note of that person and do not associate with him, so that he will be ashamed and repent.
Philemon 1:21
I write to you [perfectly] confident of your obedient compliance, since I know that you will do even more than I ask.
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John 20:23 If you forgive the sins of anyone they are forgiven [because of their faith]; if you retain the sins of anyone, they are retained [and remain unforgiven because of their unbelief].”