Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Bible stories for children » The anointing of the young shepherd
Christian ministers » Influential in public affairs » Designate kings
Christian ministers » Fear of
Church and state » Ecclesiastical power superior to civil » Withdraws support and anoints a successor
Courts of justice » Judges of » Called elders
Jesse » Samuel visits, under divine command, to select a successor to saul from his sons
King » How chosen » David and the davidic dynasty
Kings » Who reigned over all israel » saul
Reverence » For servants of God
Obey your leaders and submit to them; for they are keeping watch over your souls, as men who will have to give account. Let them do this with joy, and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.
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They honored us in many ways; and when we were ready to sail, they furnished us with the supplies we needed.
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor men like him,
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But we ask you, brethren, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and that you esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Live in peace with one another.
The elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.
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Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God; consider the outcome of their life, and imitate their faith.
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For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Give recognition to such men.
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