Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
But we desire to hear of thee what thou thinkest: for as concerning this sect, we know that every where it is spoken against.
Bible References
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Acts 16:20
They took them to the magistrates and said: These men, being Jews, cause great trouble in our city.
Acts 17:6
When they did not find them they dragged Jason and other brothers before the rulers of the city. They said: These men who have turned the world upside down have come here also.
Acts 24:5
We have found this man to be a troublemaker who stirs up sedition (resists lawful authority) among all the Jews throughout the world. He is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes.
Luke 2:34
Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother: This child is set for the falling and the rising of many in Israel and for a sign that is spoken against.
1 Peter 2:12
Maintain fine behavior among the nations. That way when they speak badly about you, they may see your good works and glorify God in the day of visitation (inspection).
1 Peter 3:16
Keep a good conscience. When you are spoken against, those who revile your good manner of life in Christ may be put to shame.
1 Peter 4:14
If you are reproached for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.