Matthew 11:12
Messiah is greater than he.) for ever since the appearance of John the Baptist the gospel kingdom is as it were invaded, and people of the most violent passions enter into it with zeal.
Luke 13:24
strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.
Luke 18:5-7
yet, because this widow importunes me, I will do her justice, that she may'nt be continually coming to teaze me.
Philippians 2:12-13
Wherefore, my beloved, as you have always obey'd the gospel, not only when I was with you, but much more now while I am absent, continue the work of your own salvation, whatever persecutions you apprehend:
Colossians 1:29
this is what I earnestly strive to effect, by virtue of that power, which effectually operates in me.