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There is another that beareth witness of me. And I am sure that the witness which he beareth of me is true.

Verse ConceptsTruthDivinity Of ChristThe Witness Of GodGod Bearing Witness To ChristGod's Word Is Truetestifying

"Now we are sure that you are possessed by a demon," the Jews replied. "Abraham died, and so did the Prophets; and yet you say 'If any one lays my Message to heart, he will never know death.'

Verse ConceptsTasteLife By God's WordNot DyingAccused Of Being DemonisedDeath Of Unnamed IndividualsKeeping Christ's Commands

He answered and said, "Whether he be a sinner or no, I cannot tell. One thing I am sure of: that I was blind, and now I see."

Verse ConceptsExperience, of GodWitnessing, Importance OfExperimental KnowledgeSelf KnowledgeNot Knowing About ChristBlindness

"Come this way and have breakfast," said Jesus. But not one of the disciples ventured to question Him as to who He was, for they felt sure that it was the Master.

Verse ConceptsDocetismInvitationsMealsBreakfastPeople EatingNot Asking OthersWho Is Jesus?Losing CouragecookingJesus Eating

Unto whom he also presented himself alive, after he had suffered, by many sure tokens, throughout forty days making himself visible unto them, and speaking the things concerning the kingdom of God.

Verse ConceptsAlive, Description OfAssurance, basis ofHistoryKingdom Of God, Coming OfPersuasionProof, As EvidenceThe Number FortyJesus Christ, ResurrectionInfallible ProofsForty DaysMore Than One MonthThe Witness Of ChristProofsDuring The DayChrist Is RisenPassion

saying, "The prison found we shut as sure as was possible and the keepers standing without before the doors: but when we had opened we found no man within."

Verse ConceptsKeysStandingPrison KeepersEmpty PlacesShutting DoorsLocks And Barspreppingjail

but in every nation the person who fears God and does what is right [by seeking Him] is acceptable and welcomed by Him.

Verse ConceptsReverence, And BlessingWelcoming Other PeopleThe Nations Before GodAcceptanceRacewelcome

When Peter came to himself, he said, “Now I know for sure that the Lord has sent forth His angel and rescued me from the hand of Herod and from all that the Jewish people were expecting.”

Verse ConceptsSafetySelf KnowledgeAngels Doing God's WorkChrist Sendingexpectations

And as concerning that he raised him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, he said on this wise, I will give you the sure mercies of David.

Verse ConceptsCovenant, God's with DavidGod Raising ChristNo Decaycorruption

And now behold, I am sure that henceforth ye all, through whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.

Verse ConceptsKingdom Of God, Coming OfPreaching, Content OfPeople PartingNot Seeing PeopleResolving Conflict

For I am sure of this: that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, which will not spare the flock.

Verse ConceptsShepherds, As Church LeaderWatchfulness, Of LeadersApostasy, CauseWolvesFierce MenNot Sparing

What then? They will be sure to hear that you have come.

And those who were with me saw the light, to be sure, but did not understand the voice of the One who was speaking to me.

Verse ConceptsThe Light Of ChristNot Understanding Sayings

Indeed, the King knows about these matters, so I speak before him without constraint. I am sure that there is nothing whatever of what I have been telling him that has escaped his attention; for all this has not been done in a corner.

Verse ConceptsSecrecyAvoiding SecrecyPeople With General KnowledgeBoldness

And a light breeze from the south sprang up, so that they supposed they were now sure of their purpose. So weighing anchor they ran along the coast of Crete, hugging the shore.

Verse ConceptsFacing South

Landing where two [strong] currents met, the ship ran aground, its bow lodging [in the sand] while its stern began to break up from the driving surf.

Verse ConceptsBoatsSandThe NavyShallownessWavesStaying PutBroken ThingsTwo Other ThingsBack Of ThingsIn Front

But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things.

Verse ConceptsGod, Righteousness OfCondemnation Of The WickedJudgmentsJudging Others Actions

and if you are sure that you are a guide to the blind, a light to those in darkness,

Verse ConceptsLiving In The LightLightBelieving In Yourself

By no means! Be sure that God is ever true, though all mankind prove false. As it is written, That thou mayest be found just in thine argument, And gain thy cause when thou contendest.

Verse ConceptsHonestyReliabilityFar Be It!God SuingThose Who Are LiarsMan's Relation To GodOvercomingTelling The Truth

so that the promise should be made sure to all Abraham's true descendants; not merely to those who are righteous through the Law, but to those who are righteous through a faith like that of Abraham. Thus in the sight of God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and makes reference to things that do not exist, as though they did, Abraham is the forefather of all of us. As it is written, "I have appointed you to be the forefather of many nations."

Verse ConceptsExistenceFaithChaosGod, The CreatorThe Existence Of ThingsExistence Through GodNon ExistenceThe Dead Are RaisedGod's CallCalling

Sin was [committed] in the world before the Law [was given], but sin is not charged [against anyone] when there is no law [against it].

Verse ConceptsKnowledge, Of SinReckoningThe Entrance Of SinWithout The Lawaccounting

Yea and I am sure that neither death, neither life, neither angels; nor rule, neither power, neither things present, neither things to come,

Verse Conceptsdemons, Kinds ofDemons, Christ's AuthorityThe Present AgeDeath Of God's PeopleEvil Angelsboyfriendsprincipalities

My meaning is that Christ has become a servant to the people of Israel in vindication of God's truthfulness-- in showing how sure are the promises made to our forefathers--

Verse ConceptsCertaintyPatriarchsGod's Promise To AbrahamSalvation For Israelvindication

So, after I have finished this matter and made sure of the results of this contribution for them, I shall come by you on my way to Spain.

Verse ConceptsThe Completion Of RedemptionCompletion

And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.

Verse ConceptsSpiritual FulnessGod's FullnessGod BlessesBlessed By ChristBlessings From God

In this way our testimony about Christ was confirmed and established in you,

Verse ConceptsSure KnowledgeSubsequent Witness To Christ

(Oh yes, I also baptized the family of Stephanas. Beyond that, I'm not sure whether I baptized anyone else.)

Verse ConceptsBaptism, practice ofChristian BaptismBaptizing Infants

To speak of things dedicated unto idols, we are sure that we all have knowledge. Knowledge maketh a man swell: but love edifieth.

Verse ConceptsAcademicsPride, OriginArrogance, In The ChurchBuilding Up The ChurchKnowingDrawbacks To Knowledge

You are giving thanks well enough [in a way that God is glorified], but the other person [who does not understand you] is not edified [and spiritually strengthened since he cannot join in your thanksgiving].

Verse ConceptsBuilding Up The ChurchThank YouThankfulness To OthersBeing Grateful

Every day I am in danger of death! This is as sure as my boasting in you, which I have in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Verse ConceptsSuffering, Emotional Aspects OfPaul's BoastingMeaning Of The Risen LifePride

Now if [or, probably, "when"] Timothy comes [i.e., there to Corinth], make sure he feels at ease [Note: Due to his youthful age and inexperience, Timothy was probably inclined to be easily intimidated], for he is doing the Lord's work, just as I am.

Verse ConceptsVisitingDoing God's WorksThose Not Fearing

It was because I was sure of this that I wanted to come to see you before going anywhere else, to give you a double pleasure;

Verse ConceptsPeople VisitingTrusting God's PlanDisappointmentAnxiety And StressGod's Plan For Us

This is what I said in my letter, so that I might avoid coming and having my feelings hurt by the very people who might have been expected to make me happy, for I felt sure about you all, that what made me happy would make you all happy.

Verse ConceptsJoy, Of The ChurchOptimism

For I wrote to you for this purpose also, that I might have a sure proof from you, whether you are obedient in all things.

Verse ConceptsWriting LettersObeying The Gospel

Now whomever you forgive [for doing] anything [wrong], I will forgive also. For indeed, whatever I have forgiven, if I have [actually] forgiven anything, has been for your sakes in the sight of Christ. [Note: Paul seems to be saying "Since my forgiveness depends on your forgiveness of the man, I am not sure of my forgiveness because I am not sure of yours"].

Verse ConceptsAdulterersAdultery and DivorceThe Presence Of ChristPeople Forgiving OthersFor The Sake Of God's PeopleForgivenessforgiving othersForgiving Others Who Hurt YouGod's ForgivenessForgiveness Kjvforgiving

sure that he who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will raise me also like Jesus, and bring me side by side with you into his presence.

Verse ConceptsFutureLast ThingsPeace, Divine In NtResurrection, Of BelieversGod Raising ChristOur ResurrectionRosesJesus DeathThe Presence Of God

Sure that, when we have put it on, we shall never be found discarnate.

Verse ConceptsNakednessClothed With Good ThingsNaked In Shame

But as you excel in everything -- in faith, in speech, in knowledge, and in all eagerness and in the love from us that is in you -- make sure that you excel in this act of kindness too.

Verse ConceptsFaith, Growth IneagernessAbounding, Good ThingsGenerosity, Used TowardsKnowingLove Exists Between PeopleGraceGivingReciprocitySpeechgraciousness

in case any Macedonians accompany me and find you are not ready ??which would make me (not to speak of yourselves) ashamed of having been so sure.

I have thought it absolutely necessary therefore to request these brethren to visit you before I myself come, and to make sure beforehand that the gift of love which you have already promised may be ready as a gift of love, and may not seem to have been something which I have extorted from you.

Verse ConceptsCovetingGenerosity, HumanResentment, Against PeoplePeople Going BeforePeople PromisingCovetousness

You look at things externally. If anyone is sure he belongs to Christ, let him think again and understand that I belong to Christ just as much as he.

Verse ConceptsOutward AppearanceThoughtAppearances ofperfectionism

As sure as the truth of Christ is in my heart, no one will stop me from boasting about this [arrangement] throughout the regions of Achaia. [Note: This was the province where Corinth was located].

Verse ConceptsThe Truth Of The GospelPaul's BoastingBoasting

not that another one really exists. To be sure, there are certain people who are troubling you and want to distort the gospel about the Messiah.

Verse ConceptsChaosThe Purity Of The GospelHurt And Betrayalproblems

I went there because of a revelation and presented to them the gospel that I preach among the Gentiles. But I did so only in a private meeting with the influential people, to make sure that I was not running -- or had not run -- in vain.

Verse ConceptsGentiles, In NtAthleticsThe Christian RaceHeraldPrivacyPrizesResponseRunningInformation In SecretUseless LabourRaceFutile Faith

But you are aware [I am sure] that when I first came preaching the Gospel [message] to you, I had a physical handicap.

Verse ConceptsdiseasesInfirmitiesThe Gospel PreachedSicknessWeaknessIllness

And in no way be alarmed or intimidated [in anything] by your opponents, for such [constancy and fearlessness on your part] is a [clear] sign [a proof and a seal] for them of [their impending] destruction, but [a clear sign] for you of deliverance and salvation, and that too, from God.

Verse ConceptsIntimidationCourage, In Facing EnemiesFearlessnessPerditionDestruction Of The WickedSigns And Wonders Of The GospelThe Gospel Of SalvationDo Not Fear MenGreat White Throne JudgmentBeing ScaredOvercoming Adversityfearless

Therefore, my dearly-loved friends, as I have always found you obedient, labour earnestly with fear and trembling--not merely as though I were present with you, but much more now since I am absent from you--labour earnestly, I say, to make sure of your own salvation.

Verse ConceptsWhat Christian Should Do AlwaysCommitment, to Jesus Christethics, and graceGrowthFearProgressTremblingObedience To GodGone AwayObeying The GospelSaving OneselfWorks Of FaithIn Men's PresenceFear God!ObedienceAbsenceExerciseWorrying About The FutureHard Work And Perseveranceobeyingreverence

As to the rest, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord; the same things to write to you to me indeed is not tiresome, and for you is sure;

Verse ConceptsJoy, And Human ExperienceRejoicingLast WordsSaying RepeatedlyNo Troubletiredjoyful

which [things] {although they have}, to be sure, an appearance of wisdom in self-made religion and humility and unsparing treatment of the body, {do not have any value} against the indulgence of the flesh.

Verse ConceptsFalse WorshipIntelligenceMortificationOutward AppearanceSelf ControlUnreliabilityWisdom, Source Of HumanWorship, Acceptable AttitudesSelf AbasementWorldly WisdomBe Humble!Religious FreedomBeauty And Self WorthValueRespecting Your Bodypietyreality

Epaphras, who is one of yourselves, sends you his greeting. He is a servant of Christ Jesus, and is always most earnest in your behalf in his prayers, praying that you may stand firm, with a matured faith and with a sure conviction of all that is in accordance with God's will.

Verse ConceptsFaithfulness, Examples Ofethics, basis ofeagernessCharacterAssurance in the life of faithLabor, Spiritual Aspects OfGrace, And Christian LifeGrowthImportunity, Towards GodMaturity, SpiritualStabilityStandingStriving With GodKnowing God's WillConvictionstruggleStrugglesPrayingHard Work And PerseveranceStruggles In RelationshipMaturitystriving

When this letter has been read among you, have it read also in the church of the Laodiceans, and be sure to read the one from Laodicea.

Verse ConceptsReadingLettersLiteracyThe Biblical CanonReading Other Matter

Nevertheless, the firm foundation of God [which He has laid] stands [sure and unshaken despite attacks], bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of the Lord stand apart from wickedness and withdraw from wrongdoing.”

Verse ConceptsGod, All knowingIniquity, Believer's Relation ToFoundationsConfidence, God's CallingHoliness,  Worldly SeparationInscriptionsRepentance, Examples OfSealsUniquenessSpiritual FoundationsChrist's Knowledge Of BelieversIn The Name Of ChristAvoiding EvilGod Knowing His Peoplefootball

He must hold firmly to the trustworthy word [of God] as it was taught to him, so that he will be able both to give accurate instruction in sound [reliable, error-free] doctrine and to refute those who contradict [it by explaining their error].

Verse ConceptsAbility, Of The ChristianApologeticsFaith, As A Body Of BeliefsExhortation, Objects OfFalse Doctrines, Christian Attitude Ofencouragement, examples ofelders, in the churchdoctrine, Purpose ofTeachersNurtureOrthodoxy, In NtRebukeTeachingContradictingSound Doctrine

It is a sure saying. I want you to insist on this, that those who have faith in God must profess honest occupations. Such counsels are right and good for men.

Verse ConceptseagernessProfitsWork, And RedemptionProfitable ThingsFaithful SayingsBelief In GodDo Good!Useful ThingsWorks Of FaithAnxiety And StressWork Ethic

for you may be sure that such a man is crooked and sinful, even self-condemned.

Verse ConceptsTwisted Wayscondemnationcorruption

Make every effort to help Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; make sure they have what they need.

Verse ConceptsAttorneyLawyersMissionaries, Support ForApollosPeople ProvidingDoing Your Best

I write you in perfect confidence in your compliance with my wish, because I am sure that you will do even more than I ask.

For if the message given through angels [the Law given to Moses] was authentic and unalterable, and every violation and disobedient act received an appropriate penalty,

Verse ConceptsAngels as God's servantsDisobedience, To GodThe Recompense Of The WickedAngels Giving The LawGod Has RequitedAngels As MediatorsAngels Activities Among Believers

how shall *we* escape if we are indifferent to a salvation as great as that now offered to us? This, after having first of all been announced by the Lord Himself, had its truth made sure to us by those who heard Him,

Verse ConceptsForeknowledgeConfirmationComplacencydelay, humanHearingHistoryNeglecting God's ThingsWitnesses, To Jesus ChristSalvation, Described AsChrist PreachingEscaping EvilThe Gospel Of Salvation