Hebrews 12:3

Now think about how Jesus endured such opposition against Himself from sinners, so that you do not grow weary and become discouraged [yourself].

Galatians 6:9

And we should not become tired of doing good things, for eventually we will receive [never ending life] if we do not give up.

John 15:18-24

"If the world hates you, then know that it has [already] hated me, [even] before it hated you.

2 Corinthians 4:16

Therefore, we do not get discouraged, for though our physical body is decaying, yet our inner person is being renewed daily.

Hebrews 12:5

And have you forgotten the exhortation that was addressed to you as sons? [Prov. 3:11f says], "My son, do not take the discipline of the Lord lightly, and do not get discouraged when He rebukes you.

Matthew 10:24-25

A disciple is not more important than his teacher, nor a slave more important than his master.

Matthew 11:19

[Then] the Son of man came eating and drinking [at festive occasions] and they said, 'Look, He is a glutton and a drunkard and a friend of tax collectors and worldly people.' It proves that [God's] wise counsel is right by the way things turn out."

Matthew 12:24

But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, "This man does not drive out evil spirits except by [the power of] Beelzebub, the chief of evil spirits."

Matthew 15:2

"Why do your disciples violate the tradition of the [Jewish] elders? For they do not [ceremonially] wash their hands before eating [their meals]."

Matthew 21:15-16

But when the leading priests and the experts in the law of Moses saw the wonderful things [i.e., miracles] He was performing and [heard] the children shouting in the Temple, "Hosanna to the son of David," [See note at verse 9], they were filled with anger [i.e., over the acclaim being given to Jesus].

Matthew 21:23

When He had come into the Temple, the leading priests and elders of the [Jewish] people came to Him while He was teaching, and said, "By what authority are you doing these things [i.e., miracles and teaching]? And who gave you this authority?"

Matthew 21:46

When they attempted to arrest Him, [they hesitated because] they feared [what] the crowds [might do], since they considered Jesus a prophet.

Matthew 22:15

Then the Pharisees conspired as to how they could trap Jesus by what He said.

Luke 2:34

Then Simeon [asked God to] bless them and said to Jesus' mother Mary, "Look, many Israelites will be caused to fall [i.e., into spiritual ruin] or rise [i.e., to spiritual renewal] because of Him. And [He will be] a 'sign' [for people] to speak against,

Luke 4:28-29

Then everyone in the synagogue became extremely angry when they heard these things.

Luke 5:21

Then the experts in the law of Moses and the Pharisees began to reason [in their minds], saying, "Who is this man who speaks things against God [i.e., by claiming the ability to forgive sins]? Who can forgive sins except God only?"

Luke 11:15-16

But some of the people said, "He is driving out evil spirits by [the power of] Beelzebub, the chief of evil spirits."

Luke 11:53-54

And when Jesus left there [i.e., probably the Pharisee's house. See verse 37], the experts in the law of Moses and the Pharisees began opposing Him with hostility and bombarding Him with many questions,

Luke 13:13-14

Then He placed His hands on her and immediately she straightened up and praised God.

Luke 14:1

And it happened on a Sabbath day, when Jesus went to the house of one of the leading Pharisees for a meal, that they [i.e., probably other Pharisees who were also guests] were watching Him closely.

Luke 15:2

And the Pharisees and experts in the law of Moses both complained, saying, "This man welcomes worldly people and [even] eats with them."

Luke 16:14

Then the Pharisees, who loved money, heard these things and sneered at Jesus.

Luke 19:39-40

But some of the Pharisees from the crowd said to Jesus, "Teacher, speak sternly to your disciples [i.e., to prevent them from honoring Jesus]."

John 5:16

So, for this reason the Jews began persecuting Jesus, because He did these [kinds of] things on the Sabbath day.

John 7:12

And there was much whispering about Him among the crowds. Some were saying, "He is a good man," [but] others said, "No [he is not], he is [just] deceiving the crowd."

John 8:13

The Pharisees then said to Him, "[Since] you are giving testimony about yourself, your testimony is not true."

John 8:48-49

The Jews answered and said to Jesus, "Were we not right in saying that you are a Samaritan [See note on 4:9], and are dominated by an evil spirit?"

John 8:52

The Jews [i.e., the authorities] replied, "Now we know that you are dominated by an evil spirit. Abraham and the prophets [all] died and [yet] you are saying, 'If a person obeys my message, he will never experience death.'

John 8:59

So, they picked up stones to throw at Him, but Jesus hid Himself [or "was hidden," suggesting a miraculous departure] and left the Temple [area].

John 9:40

Some Pharisees, who were with Jesus, heard [Him say] these things, and replied, "Are we blind, too?"

John 10:20

Many of them said, "This man is dominated by an evil spirit; he is crazy, why listen to him?"

John 10:31-39

Then the Jews again picked up stones [intending] to stone Him.

John 12:9-10

When a large crowd of Jews learned that Jesus was there [in Bethany], they came not only because of Him, but also to see Lazarus whom He had raised from the dead.

John 18:22

When Jesus said this, one of the guards standing there struck Him [in the face], saying, "Is that any way to talk to the head priest?"

1 Corinthians 15:58

Therefore, my dearly loved brothers, stand firm [in the faith]; do not be moved [from your commitment]. Always do your best to work for the Lord, since you know that your labor in the Lord's [service] is not for nothing.

2 Corinthians 4:1

So, having obtained this ministry through [God's] mercy, we do not become discouraged.

2 Thessalonians 3:13

But you, brothers, should not get tired of doing what is right.

2 Timothy 2:7-8

Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will help you to understand everything.

Hebrews 3:1

Therefore, holy brothers [and sisters], who have been called [by God] to share in heaven, think about Jesus, the Apostle and Head Priest, whom we have confessed [as Savior].

Hebrews 12:2

We should fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and completer of the [or, "our"] faith. [Note: Jesus is here pictured as the one who completely fulfills the life of faith, or who provides us with the ability to live such a life]. [And] because He could look forward to joy, He endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right side of God's throne.

Revelation 2:3

And you have persevered and endured [suffering] for my name's sake [i.e., in my service] and [yet] have not grown weary.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Bible References

Consider

Hebrews 12:2
We should fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and completer of the [or, "our"] faith. [Note: Jesus is here pictured as the one who completely fulfills the life of faith, or who provides us with the ability to live such a life]. [And] because He could look forward to joy, He endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right side of God's throne.
Hebrews 3:1
Therefore, holy brothers [and sisters], who have been called [by God] to share in heaven, think about Jesus, the Apostle and Head Priest, whom we have confessed [as Savior].
2 Timothy 2:7
Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will help you to understand everything.

Contradiction

Matthew 10:24
A disciple is not more important than his teacher, nor a slave more important than his master.
Matthew 11:19
[Then] the Son of man came eating and drinking [at festive occasions] and they said, 'Look, He is a glutton and a drunkard and a friend of tax collectors and worldly people.' It proves that [God's] wise counsel is right by the way things turn out."
Matthew 12:24
But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, "This man does not drive out evil spirits except by [the power of] Beelzebub, the chief of evil spirits."
Matthew 15:2
"Why do your disciples violate the tradition of the [Jewish] elders? For they do not [ceremonially] wash their hands before eating [their meals]."
Matthew 21:15
But when the leading priests and the experts in the law of Moses saw the wonderful things [i.e., miracles] He was performing and [heard] the children shouting in the Temple, "Hosanna to the son of David," [See note at verse 9], they were filled with anger [i.e., over the acclaim being given to Jesus].
Matthew 22:15
Then the Pharisees conspired as to how they could trap Jesus by what He said.
Luke 2:34
Then Simeon [asked God to] bless them and said to Jesus' mother Mary, "Look, many Israelites will be caused to fall [i.e., into spiritual ruin] or rise [i.e., to spiritual renewal] because of Him. And [He will be] a 'sign' [for people] to speak against,
Luke 5:21
Then the experts in the law of Moses and the Pharisees began to reason [in their minds], saying, "Who is this man who speaks things against God [i.e., by claiming the ability to forgive sins]? Who can forgive sins except God only?"
Luke 11:15
But some of the people said, "He is driving out evil spirits by [the power of] Beelzebub, the chief of evil spirits."
Luke 13:13
Then He placed His hands on her and immediately she straightened up and praised God.
Luke 14:1
And it happened on a Sabbath day, when Jesus went to the house of one of the leading Pharisees for a meal, that they [i.e., probably other Pharisees who were also guests] were watching Him closely.
Luke 15:2
And the Pharisees and experts in the law of Moses both complained, saying, "This man welcomes worldly people and [even] eats with them."
Luke 16:14
Then the Pharisees, who loved money, heard these things and sneered at Jesus.
Luke 19:39
But some of the Pharisees from the crowd said to Jesus, "Teacher, speak sternly to your disciples [i.e., to prevent them from honoring Jesus]."
John 5:16
So, for this reason the Jews began persecuting Jesus, because He did these [kinds of] things on the Sabbath day.
John 7:12
And there was much whispering about Him among the crowds. Some were saying, "He is a good man," [but] others said, "No [he is not], he is [just] deceiving the crowd."
John 8:13
The Pharisees then said to Him, "[Since] you are giving testimony about yourself, your testimony is not true."
John 9:40
Some Pharisees, who were with Jesus, heard [Him say] these things, and replied, "Are we blind, too?"
John 10:20
Many of them said, "This man is dominated by an evil spirit; he is crazy, why listen to him?"
John 12:9
When a large crowd of Jews learned that Jesus was there [in Bethany], they came not only because of Him, but also to see Lazarus whom He had raised from the dead.
John 15:18
"If the world hates you, then know that it has [already] hated me, [even] before it hated you.
John 18:22
When Jesus said this, one of the guards standing there struck Him [in the face], saying, "Is that any way to talk to the head priest?"

Lest

Hebrews 12:5
And have you forgotten the exhortation that was addressed to you as sons? [Prov. 3:11f says], "My son, do not take the discipline of the Lord lightly, and do not get discouraged when He rebukes you.
1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my dearly loved brothers, stand firm [in the faith]; do not be moved [from your commitment]. Always do your best to work for the Lord, since you know that your labor in the Lord's [service] is not for nothing.
2 Corinthians 4:1
So, having obtained this ministry through [God's] mercy, we do not become discouraged.
Galatians 6:9
And we should not become tired of doing good things, for eventually we will receive [never ending life] if we do not give up.
2 Thessalonians 3:13
But you, brothers, should not get tired of doing what is right.

General references

Matthew 10:24
A disciple is not more important than his teacher, nor a slave more important than his master.
Hebrews 12:12
Therefore, [Prov. 4:26 says], "Strengthen your limp hands and weak knees;
Hebrews 13:13
So, we should go out to Him, outside of the camp [Note: This probably signifies separating from the whole system of Judaism, as well as full commitment to Christ], bearing the abuse that He suffered.