Hebrews 10:25
not forsaking our meeting together [as believers for worship and instruction], as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more [faithfully] as you see the day [of Christ’s return] approaching.
Acts 2:42
They were continually and faithfully devoting themselves to the instruction of the apostles, and to fellowship, to
Hebrews 3:13
But continually encourage one another every day, as long as it is called “Today” [and there is an opportunity], so that none of you will be hardened [into settled rebellion] by the deceitfulness of sin [its cleverness, delusive glamour, and sophistication].
Matthew 18:20
Acts 2:1
When the day of
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage and comfort one another and build up one another, just as you are doing.
Acts 20:7
Now on the first day of the week (Sunday), when we were gathered together to break bread (share communion), Paul began talking with them, intending to leave the next day; and he kept on with his message until midnight.
Romans 13:11-13
Do this, knowing that this is a critical time. It is already the hour for you to awaken from your sleep [of spiritual complacency]; for our salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed [in Christ].
Matthew 24:33-34
Mark 13:29-30
John 20:19-29
So when it was evening on that same day, the first day of the week, though the disciples were [meeting] behind barred doors for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them, and said,
Acts 1:13-14
When they had entered the city, they went upstairs to the upper room where they were staying [indefinitely]; that is, Peter, and John and [his brother] James, and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew (Nathanael) and Matthew,
Acts 16:16
It happened that as we were on our way to the place of prayer, we were met by a slave-girl who had
Romans 12:8
or he who encourages, in the act of encouragement; he who gives, with generosity; he who leads,
1 Corinthians 3:13
each one’s work will be clearly shown [for what it is]; for the day [of judgment] will disclose it, because it is to be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality and character and worth of each person’s work.
1 Corinthians 5:4
In the name of our Lord Jesus, when you are assembled, and I am with you in spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus,
1 Corinthians 11:17-18
But in giving this next instruction, I do not praise you, because when you meet together it is not for the better but for the worse.
1 Corinthians 14:3
But [on the other hand] the one who prophesies speaks to people for edification [to promote their spiritual growth] and [speaks words of] encouragement [to uphold and advise them concerning the matters of God] and [speaks words of] consolation [to compassionately comfort them].
1 Corinthians 14:23
So then, if the whole church gathers together and all of you speak in [unknown] tongues, and outsiders or those who are not gifted [in spiritual matters] or unbelievers come in, will they not say that you are out of your mind?
Philippians 4:5
Let your gentle spirit [your graciousness, unselfishness, mercy, tolerance, and patience] be known to all people. The Lord is near.
1 Thessalonians 4:18
Therefore comfort and encourage one another with these words [concerning our reunion with believers who have died].
Hebrews 10:24
and let us consider [thoughtfully] how we may encourage one another to love and to do good deeds,
James 5:8
You too, be patient; strengthen your hearts [keep them energized and firmly committed to God], because the coming of the Lord is near.
1 Peter 4:7
The end and culmination of all things is near. Therefore, be sound-minded and self-controlled for the purpose of prayer [staying balanced and focused on the things of God so that your communication will be clear, reasonable, specific and pleasing to Him.]
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord does not delay [as though He were unable to act] and is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is [extraordinarily] patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.
2 Peter 3:11
Since all these things are to be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be [in the meantime] in holy behavior [that is, in a pattern of daily life that sets you apart as a believer] and in godliness [displaying profound reverence toward our awesome God],
2 Peter 3:14
So, beloved, since you are looking forward to these things, be diligent and make every effort to be found by Him [at His return] spotless and blameless, in peace [that is, inwardly calm with a sense of spiritual well-being and confidence, having lived a life of obedience to Him].
Jude 1:19
These are the ones who are [agitators] causing divisions—worldly-minded [secular, unspiritual, carnal, merely sensual—unsaved], devoid of the Spirit.
1 Corinthians 11:20
So when you meet together, it is not to eat the