Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness; and hold such in reputation:
Hold such in reputation
Bible References
With
Luke 2:10
And the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for look, I am bringing good news that will cause great joy to all people.
Acts 2:46
And every day they continued to meet together in the Temple [i.e., for teaching and worship]. They were enjoying their meals and the close fellowship they shared in the various homes, and were
Acts 8:8
And there was much rejoicing in Samaria [over the wonderful effects of Philip's ministry].
Romans 10:15
And how can people preach [anywhere] unless they are sent out? Even as it is written [Isa. 52:7], "How welcome is the coming of those who preach the good news [of salvation through Christ]?"
Ephesians 4:9
(But what does "He ascended" mean if not that He also [first] descended to the lower parts of the earth [i.e., to the earth below]? [Note: Of the three principal interpretations given to this verse: a) Christ descended to earth, b) Christ descended to the grave, c) Christ descended to Mary's womb. The first is to be preferred. See John 3:13; 6:38, 62].
And
2 Corinthians 10:18
For it is not the person who commends himself that is approved [by God], but the one whom the Lord commends.
1 Thessalonians 5:12
But we urge you, brothers, to know [i.e., appreciate and respect] those who work hard among you, and who lead you and warn you in [the fellowship of] the Lord. [Note: These men were probably the elders. See Acts 20:28; Heb. 13:17].
Hebrews 13:17
[You should] obey your leaders [Note: This probably refers to church elders] and submit to their oversight, for they look out for [the welfare of] your souls as men who will give an accounting [for your spiritual progress]. [Be obedient], so that they will be able to do this joyfully and not with sorrow, for that would be unprofitable to you.
Hold such in reputation
Acts 28:10
These people also showered many honors on us and when we sailed [away], they brought the provisions we needed and put them aboard [the ship].
1 Corinthians 16:18
For they cheered me up, as they have cheered [or, will cheer] you up [also]. [Note: How these three men did this for Paul and the Corinthians is not known]. You should give recognition to such men.
1 Timothy 5:17
The elders who lead [the church] well should be considered deserving of double honor [Note: This probably refers to financial support in addition to the honor of the office], especially those who work hard at [preaching] the word and at teaching it.