Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country.

Bible References

They seek

Hebrews 11:16
Instead, they were longing for a better country, that is, a heavenly one. That is why God is not ashamed to be called their God, because he has prepared a city for them.
Hebrews 13:14
For here we have no permanent city but are looking for the one that is coming.
Romans 8:23
However, not only the creation, but we who have the first fruits of the Spirit also groan inwardly as we eagerly await our adoption, the redemption of our bodies.
2 Corinthians 4:18
because we do not look for things that can be seen but for things that cannot be seen. For things that can be seen are temporary, but things that cannot be seen are eternal.
2 Corinthians 5:1
We know that if the earthly tent we live in is torn down, we have a building in heaven that comes from God, an eternal house not built by human hands.
Philippians 1:23
Indeed, I cannot decide between the two. I have the desire to leave this life and be with the Messiah, for that is far better.

General references

Genesis 24:6
"Make sure not to take my son there," Abraham replied.
Leviticus 23:42
You are to live in tents for seven days. Every native born of Israel is to live in tents
Psalm 119:54
Your statutes are my songs, no matter where I make my home.
Hebrews 13:14
For here we have no permanent city but are looking for the one that is coming.

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