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Barnabas » Characteristics of » Self-supporting
or I and Barnabas, are we only excluded the privilege of not working?
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Barnabas » Characteristics of » Inspiring influence
at length Barnabas departed to Tarsus in quest of Saul, and having found him, he conducted him to Antioch: where they resided a whole year with that church, and instructed abundance of disciples, and these disciples were the first that were denominated Christians.
Barnabas » Characteristics of » Trustworthy
then the disciples determin'd to send, each of them answerably to his abilities, some relief to the brethren residing in Judea: which they actually perform'd, and sent it by the hands of Saul and Barnabas to the presbyters at Jerusalem.
Barnabas » Characteristics of » Sympathy
among the rest one Joseph, who by the apostles was surnamed Barnabas (that is to say, the son of consolation) a Levite, and a native of Cyprus, sold an estate he had, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles feet.
Barnabas » Characteristics of » Broadmindedness
when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he try'd to associate himself with the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and could not be persuaded that he was a disciple. thereupon Barnabas took him with him to the apostles, and related to them how the Lord had appear'd to him on his journey, and had spoken to him, and how publickly Saul had preach'd at Damascus in the name of Jesus.
Barnabas » Characteristics of » spirit filled
for he was a good man, and full of the holy spirit and of faith: so that many converts were added to the church.
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Barnabas » Characteristics of » Fine personal appearance (?)
Barnabas, they stiled Jupiter; and Paul, Mercury, because he was the chief speaker.
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Barnabas » Characteristics of » Gift of exhortation
who upon his arrival there, was glad to see such effects of the divine grace, and exhorted them all to remain firmly attach'd to the christian profession:
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Barnabas » Characteristics of » Adapted to missionary work
as they were ministring to the Lord, and fasting, the holy spirit said to them, separate me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have destin'd them.
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Christ » Dying with surrendered life » Characteristics of
considering this, that our vicious passions were crucified with him, that the body of sin being destroyed, we might not any longer be vassals to sin.
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I am crucified with Christ, it is not I that now live, but Christ that liveth in me; the life I have in this body I live by faith in the son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
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If then you are dead with Christ, in respect of those shadows of the Jewish state; why do ye, as if you were still in that state, submit to those ordinances?
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for as it is written, "for thy sake we are sacrificed every day; we are counted as sheep for the slaughter:"
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for as long as I live I shall be exposed to death for the sake of Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest by the preservation of our mortal life.
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it is an undoubted truth, that if we die for him, we shall live with him:
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 12 a warfare
exert yourself in the glorious cause of faith, and secure the prize of eternal life, to which you were called, when you made that excellent profession of faith before so many witnesses.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 9 a service
to be beneficent, to be rich in good works, to be liberal to the common fund,
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 11 a walk
continue therefore to follow the doctrine of our Lord Jesus Christ, as you have receiv'd it:
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 5 a character building
therefore, whoever heareth these instructions of mine, and puts them in practice, I will compare him to the prudent man, who built his house upon a rock:
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 4 a radiant life
even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father who is in heaven.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 8 an education
Jesus said therefore to those Jews who believed on him, if you adhere to my doctrine, then will you be my disciples indeed; and ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Christianity » Characteristics of » 3 a new dress
Christianity » Characteristics of » 2 a growth
on the contrary, may you increase in the favour, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! to him be glory both now and for ever. AMEN.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 13 a race
Wherefore, since we are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every incumbrance, and the sin which does so easily embarrass us, and let us pursue with constancy the course that is proposed to us:
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 10 a sacrifice
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God to you, that you present your bodies a living victim, holy, acceptable unto God, as the service of a rational being.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 6 a fellowship
Upon this, they said to one another, to what ardor did not our affections rise, while he talk'd with us by the way, and while he expounded to us the scriptures?
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 14 a victory
for he that is a true christian, overcomes the world: by obtaining faith, we have gain'd a victory over the world.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 15 an assurance of immortality
and this is life eternal, to acknowledge thee to be the only true God, and Jesus to be the Messiah whom thou hast sent.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 7 a sonship
but to as many as received him, and believed on him, he granted the privilege of being the sons of God.
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Christianity » Characteristics of » 1 a new birth
Jesus answered, I tell thee, except a man be renewed by the spiritual baptism, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » Exhortations to those engaged in
Be upon the watch, stand firm in the faith, behave your selves like men of fortitude:
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Finally, my brethren, place your strength in the transcendent power of the Lord.
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As for you, my son, strenuously acquit yourself of the charge you have receiv'd from Christ Jesus.
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » Demands entire consecration
he that enters into the service, disengages himself from civil affairs, that he may be acceptable to his officer.
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Call to remembrance the former times, in which after ye were illuminated, you were forc'd to struggle with sufferings,
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which so enrag'd the dragon against the woman, that he went to make war with the rest of her race, who keep the commandments of God, and bear testimony to Jesus.
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » Spiritual weapons
our military arms are not so defective, but divinely effectual to demolish all their ramparts;
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » Young soldiers enlisted
This charge, my son Timothy, I recommend to you, agreeably to the prophetic gifts heretofore conferr'd on you, by virtue of which you might carry on a successful warfare,
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » A fight of faith
exert yourself in the glorious cause of faith, and secure the prize of eternal life, to which you were called, when you made that excellent profession of faith before so many witnesses.
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » Invisible foes
for our conflict is not barely with men, but with principalities, with potentates, with the princes of darkness, with wicked aereal spirits.
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spiritual Conflict » Characteristics of » An inward battle
but I perceive in the animal part of me another law warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin, which is in my animal part.
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Cornelius » Characteristics of » Obedience
As soon as the angel that spoke to Cornelius was departed, he called two of his domesticks, and a devout soldier, one of those that were in waiting: and after he had related to them the whole affair, he sent them to Joppa.
Cornelius » Characteristics of » Spiritual work
the next day they arriv'd at Cesarea: where Cornelius expected them, having invited his kinsmen and intimate friends, to his house.
Cornelius » Characteristics of » Spiritual receptivity
immediately I sent to you; and you have done well to come. now here we are all in the presence of God, to hear whatever he has given you in charge.
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Cornelius » Characteristics of » Benevolence, prayerfulness
and was a proselyte, together with all his family: he gave much alms to the people, and was assiduous in his prayers to God.
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Daniel » Characteristics of » Spiritual vision
Daniel » Characteristics of » Prayerfulness
Daniel » Characteristics of » Self-control
Daniel » Characteristics of » Courage
Daniel » Characteristics of » Humility
Daniel » Characteristics of » Integrity
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The deacons too must be grave, not double tongued, not addicted to drinking, or sordid gain, but by their integrity maintain the reverence due to the gospel. let them be first examin'd, and if they are without reproach, let them enter upon their office. read more.
their wives must be likewise grave, free from scandal, sober, and always faithful. a deacon must have but one wife, and govern his children, and the rest of the family in a proper manner. for they who duly discharge that office, prepare their way to a higher degree, and may promote the christian faith with the greater freedom.
their wives must be likewise grave, free from scandal, sober, and always faithful. a deacon must have but one wife, and govern his children, and the rest of the family in a proper manner. for they who duly discharge that office, prepare their way to a higher degree, and may promote the christian faith with the greater freedom.
Eli » Characteristics of » Unfaithfulness to stewardship
Eli » Characteristics of » Submission
Eli » Characteristics of » Spiritual solicitude
Eli » Characteristics of » Parental indulgence
Eli » Characteristics of » Tenderness with childhood
Eli » Characteristics of » Spiritual perception
-ezra » Characteristics of » Prayerfulness
-ezra » Characteristics of » Trustworthiness
-ezra » Characteristics of » A reformer
-ezra » Characteristics of » Self-denial
-ezra » Characteristics of » Faith
Fools » Characteristics of » Reveal their folly
but they will be stop'd in their career; for they shall be expos'd to the world for impostors, as those magicians were.
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Fools » Characteristics of » Hypocrisy
but God said to him, thou fool, this night shall thy soul be required of thee: who then shall enjoy what thou hast provided?
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See then that you behave circumspectly, and not as fools, but as wise,
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upon which the Lord said to him, you Pharisees won't leave any filth upon the outside of a cup or a platter: while your consciences are abandon'd to rapine, and sensuality. do you stupidly imagine that he, who made the outward man, did not make the inward too?
pretending to be wise, they became fools:
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Fools » Characteristics of » Self-confidence
Fools » Characteristics of » Dishonesty
but every one that heareth these instructions of mine, and practiseth them not, shall be compared to a fool who built his house upon the sand:
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Fools » Characteristics of » Slander
Fools » Characteristics of » Despising instruction
Fools » Characteristics of » Mocking at sin
Fools » Characteristics of » Meddlesomeness
Fools » Characteristics of » Contentiousness
Fools » Characteristics of » Atheism
isaac » Characteristics of » Peaceableness
isaac » Characteristics of » Submission
isaac » Characteristics of » Affection
isaac » Characteristics of » A man of faith
By faith Isaac predicted the future fortunes of Jacob and Esau.
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isaac » Characteristics of » Prayerfulness
isaac » Characteristics of » Meditation
isaac » Characteristics of » Imitated his father's sin
James » Characteristics of » Regarded by many as one of the leaders of the church at jerusalem
the next day Paul went with us to James, where all the pastors assembled.
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After they had done speaking, James assum'd the discourse, and said, my brethren, give me your attention.
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James » Characteristics of » Possibly was won by the appearance of the lord after his resurrection
after that he was seen by James; then by all the apostles.
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James » Characteristics of » After the resurrection joined the disciples
and unanimously persevere in prayer with the women, Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brethren being present.
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James » Characteristics of » Also author of the epistle of james (?)
James a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the TWELVE TRIBES dispers'd thro' the world, sends greeting.
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James » Characteristics of » Slow to accept Christ
for even his brethren did not believe in him.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Called the "forerunner" of Christ
and he shall march before him, in the spirit and power of Elias, to reconcile parents and children together, and the unruly to the practice of justice, that the people may be duly dispos'd to receive the Lord.
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for it is he that is meant in that passage, "behold, I send my messenger before thy face, who shall prepare thy way before thee."
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and you, dear babe, you shall be the prophet of the most high: for you shall go before the Lord, in order to prepare his way,
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Honoured by Christ
I declare unto you, among the whole race of prophets, there never appear'd a greater than John the Baptist: (notwithstanding, he that is least in the kingdom of the
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When the messengers of John were departed, he address'd himself to the people, and said with relation to John, what did you go to see in the desart? a reed shaken with the wind? or did you go to see a man richly apparelled? for magnificent dress and splendid living, you must look into the courts of princes. what then did you go to see? a prophet? yes, I say it, and more than a prophet. read more.
he it is, of whom it is written, "behold, I send my messenger before you, who shall prepare the way for you."
he it is, of whom it is written, "behold, I send my messenger before you, who shall prepare the way for you."
John the baptist » Characteristics of » Courage
for John had said to him, it is not lawful for thee to have her.
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but when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadduces come to his baptism, he said to them, "Ye brood of vipers, who has warned you to fly from the wrath to come?
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Humility
among other things he said, there comes one after me, who is superiour to me, I am not worthy to stoop down and untie his shoes.
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This is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem, to ask him, who he was. he own'd it, and did not deny it; but made this protestation, I am not the Christ. art thou then Elias? said they; and he answer'd, I am not. art thou a prophet? and he answer'd, no. read more.
said they to him, who then art thou? that we may give an answer to those that sent us: what sayst thou of thy self? "I am, said he, the voice of one crying in the wilderness, clear the way of the Lord," as said the prophet Esaias.
said they to him, who then art thou? that we may give an answer to those that sent us: what sayst thou of thy self? "I am, said he, the voice of one crying in the wilderness, clear the way of the Lord," as said the prophet Esaias.
John the baptist » Characteristics of » Suffered martyrdom
and pursuant to order, John was beheaded in the prison,
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Obedience
and Jesus answer'd, Let it be so for the present, for it becometh us to do whatever is right. then John consented.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Self-denial
now John wore a coat made of camels hair, with a leathern girdle about his waist; and his food was locusts and wild hony.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Did no miracle
and many resorted unto him, and said, John did no miracle: but every thing that he said concerning this man, was true.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Burning zeal
he was a burning and a shining light: and you were willing to be entertain'd for a while with his light.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Holiness
because Herod had a respect for John, knowing him to be a very honest good man, and therefore protected him; having reform'd many things upon his remonstrances, which he us'd to receive very graciously.
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John the baptist » Characteristics of » Powerful preacher
all Judea, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, went out to meet him, and having confess'd their sins, he baptized them in the river Jordan.
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Of arimathea
In the evening a rich man of Arimathea, named Joseph, who himself was Jesus's disciple,
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There was likewise present a counsellor, named Joseph, a man of probity and justice, one who had never abetted the contrivances and proceedings of the Jews.
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Charitableness
but Joseph her husband, being a good-natur'd man, and unwilling to expose her to publick shame, he designed to put her away privately.
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Obedience
took the infant and his mother by night, and fled into Egypt:
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Faith
Then Joseph being awak'd out of sleep, did as the angel of the Lord directed, and took his wife home,
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Faithfulness to religious duty
Now his parents went every year to Jerusalem at the paschal feast.
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Joseph » Characteristics of » Or barsabas
accordingly they presented two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was sirnamed Justus, and Matthias. and they prayed,
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Joshua » Characteristics of » Spiritual mindedness
Joshua » Characteristics of » Faith
Joshua » Characteristics of » Entire consecration
Joshua » Characteristics of » Obedience
Joshua » Characteristics of » Decision
Joshua » Characteristics of » Courage
Joshua » Characteristics of » Godly reverence
Judas » Characteristics of » Jude, or lebbaeus, surnamed thaddaeus, brother of the apostle james
James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas, and Matthew the publican, James the son of Alpheus, and Labbeus, whose sirname was Thaddeus, Simon the zelot,
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Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the son of Alpheus, Thaddeus, Simon the Canaanite,
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When they were arrived there, they went up into an upper room, where Peter, John, James, Andrew, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, James the son of Alpheus, Simon the Zelot, and Judas the brother of James used to resort,
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Jude the brother of James, and Judas Iscariot, who prov'd the traitor.
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Judas (not Iscariot) said to him, why Lord, will you show your self to us, and not to the world?
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Judas » Characteristics of » Treachery
Before he had done speaking, the company appears, Judas one of the twelve marching in front, who advanc'd to Jesus to give him a kiss. but Jesus said to him, Judas is it thus you betray the son of man, with a kiss?
Then Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve, went to the chief priests, in order to betray him to them.
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Judas » Characteristics of » Remorse
but after he had purchased a field with the reward of his iniquity, he fell down, his belly burst, and all his bowels gushed out:
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At the same time, Judas who had betrayed him, finding that he was condemned, repented, and carried back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and senators, saying, I have sinned in betraying the blood of the innocent: and they said, what is it to us? you must look to that.
Judas » Characteristics of » One of the brethren of Christ (?)
is not this the carpenter's son? is not Mary his mother? and James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas, are they not his brothers?
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is not he the carpenter, the son of Mary, the brother of James and Joses, of Juda and Simon? are not these his sisters, who are here with us? and they were scandalized at him.
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Judas » Characteristics of » Avariciousness
Then one of the twelve, Judas Iscariot by name, went to the chief priests, and said, what will ye give me, and I will deliver him to you? and they promised him thirty pieces of silver.
Judas » Characteristics of » Hypocrisy
said, why was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, to be given to the poor? this he said, not out of any concern for the poor; but because being purse-bearer he used to pilfer what was in bank.
Judas » Characteristics of » Barsabas
Then the apostles, the presbyters, and the whole church thought it proper to select some out of their own body to accompany Paul and Barnabas to Antioch: such as Judas surnam'd Barsabas, and Silas, leading men among the brethren,
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Judas » Characteristics of » Of galilee
after this man, Judas of Galilee appear'd, at the time of the registry, and seduc'd many people: he also perished, and all his followers were dispersed.
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Judas » Characteristics of » A disciple
and the Lord said unto him, arise, and go to the street called Straight, and enquire at the house of Judas, for one Saul of Tarsus: for he is there at prayer.
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Judas » Characteristics of » Dishonesty
this he said, not out of any concern for the poor; but because being purse-bearer he used to pilfer what was in bank.
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Mary » Characteristics of » Magdalene
Now Jesus being risen early on the first day of the week, he appear'd first to Mary Magdalene, whom he had dispossess'd of seven demons.
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and Mary the mother of Joses, took notice where he was laid.
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The sabbath being over, and the first day of the week beginning to dawn, Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, came to see the sepulchre.
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and several women, who had been delivered from evil spirits and cured of their diseases: particularly Mary Magdalene, who had been dispossess'd of seven demons:
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among whom was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and of Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children.
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so Mary Magdalene went and told the disciples, that she had seen the Lord, and that he had said these things to her.
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Mary » Characteristics of » Faith and piety
Then Mary said, "my soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my saviour, for he hath regarded the low estate of his servant: and future ages shall proclaim me blessed. read more.
the almighty hath distinguish'd me by the greatest marks of favour: his name be for ever reverenc'd. his mercy is on them that fear him, from generation to generation. he hath displayed the strength of his arm, and has confounded the proud by the devices of their hearts. he has cast down princes from their thrones, and exalted those of low degree, the needy he has furnished with plentiful enjoyments, and the rich he has reduced to poverty. he has taken Israel his servant into his protection, in pursuance of the mercy, which he promised to our forefathers, to Abraham, and to his posterity for ever."
the almighty hath distinguish'd me by the greatest marks of favour: his name be for ever reverenc'd. his mercy is on them that fear him, from generation to generation. he hath displayed the strength of his arm, and has confounded the proud by the devices of their hearts. he has cast down princes from their thrones, and exalted those of low degree, the needy he has furnished with plentiful enjoyments, and the rich he has reduced to poverty. he has taken Israel his servant into his protection, in pursuance of the mercy, which he promised to our forefathers, to Abraham, and to his posterity for ever."
Mary » Characteristics of » Maternal confidence
now when the wine was out, the mother of Jesus said to him, they have no wine. Jesus answer'd her, woman, leave that affair to me, is not that my concern? upon which his mother bid the servants do whatever he should order.
Mary » Characteristics of » Maternal love
In the mean time the mother of Jesus, and her sister Mary, the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene, were standing by the cross.
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Mary » Characteristics of » Spiritual mindedness
However Jesus went down with them to Nazareth, and was subject to them: and his mother kept all these things in her heart.
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Mary » Characteristics of » Submission
then said Mary, "behold the servant of the Lord, be it unto me according to thy word." upon which the angel disappeared.
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miriam » Characteristics of » Ambitious
miriam » Characteristics of » Vigorous and musical in later years
miriam » Characteristics of » Alert in youth
miriam » Characteristics of » Regarded as a leader in israel
Paul » Characteristics of » Joy
as sorrowful, though always cheerful; as poor, tho' inriching many; as having nothing, though contented with every thing.
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At midnight Paul and Silas went to prayers, and sang praises to God, which the other prisoners heard:
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I use indeed great freedom of speech toward you, yet I greatly glory upon your account: I am filled with comfort, and my joy is still superiour to all my affliction.
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Rejoice in the Lord alway: I say it again, rejoice.
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Paul » Characteristics of » Earnestness
for I could wish to be as one anathematiz'd from the christian church for my brethren, who are of the same race as my self,
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be then upon the watch, and remember, that for three years I have not ceased by night, or by day to warn every soul of you, even with tears.
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for there are many that wander about, of whom I have frequently told you, and now repeat it with tears, that they are enemies to the cross of Christ:
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Paul » Characteristics of » Love
present my love to every christian among you. amen.
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for out of much affliction and anguish of heart, I wrote to you with many tears; not to make you uneasy, but to make you sensible of the overflowing tenderness which I have for you.
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Paul » Characteristics of » Courage
but as he was treating of justice, temperance, and a future judgment, Felix greatly alarm'd, said, "withdraw for the present; and when I am at leisure, I will send for you."
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as they were tying him with thongs, Paul said to the centurion, does the law allow to scourge a Roman citizen, and without any trial?
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so the jayler told Paul, the magistrates had order'd them to be discharg'd. depart then, said he, and go in peace. but Paul replied, they have publickly scourg'd us, who are Romans, without any trial, they have thrown us into jayl, and now do they give us a private discharge? no, let them come themselves and release us.
Paul » Characteristics of » Industry
for you remember, my brethren, our labour and toil: how we worked day and night, that in preaching the gospel of God, we might not be chargeable to any of you.
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you yourselves can witness, that what was necessary for myself and those who were with me, these very hands have supply'd.
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Paul » Characteristics of » Entire consecration
but Paul replied, what do you mean by afflicting me thus with your tears? I am not only ready to meet my chains, but even to die at Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord Jesus.
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these advantages I renounce for Christ, nay I think them disadvantages when put in competition with the excellency of the knowledge of Jesus Christ my Lord: for whose sake I abandon all these things, and count them as straw, that I may gain Christ, and be his true disciple, not professing that justification, which is derived from the law, but that which is from the gospel, read more.
the justification which God grants to those who acknowledge Christ and the power of his resurrection, who suffer after his example, and die to sin, as he died to the world, in order to obtain the resurrection of the just. for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
the justification which God grants to those who acknowledge Christ and the power of his resurrection, who suffer after his example, and die to sin, as he died to the world, in order to obtain the resurrection of the just. for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
Paul » Characteristics of » Self-sacrifice
from the Jews I have five times received forty stripes save one. thrice was I whip'd with rods, once was I stoned, thrice I was shipwreck'd; a night and a day I was floating on the deep: in my voyages I have been frequently in perils from rivers, in perils from robbers, in perils from my own countrymen, in perils from the Gentiles, in perils in the city, in perils in the country, in perils at sea, in perils among false brethren; read more.
expos'd to toil, to fatigue, to frequent watchings, to hunger and thirst, to frequent fastings, to cold and penury. besides these troubles from without, that which crouds upon me daily, the care of all the churches. who is afflicted, and I not suffer? who is offended, and I not inflam'd? If I must be compell'd to glory, I will glory on the account of my sufferings. the ever-blessed God, and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, knows that I speak truth. in Damascus the governor for king Aretas, posted guards at the city-gates, with a design to apprehend me: but thro' a window I was let down in a basket by the wall, and so escap'd.
expos'd to toil, to fatigue, to frequent watchings, to hunger and thirst, to frequent fastings, to cold and penury. besides these troubles from without, that which crouds upon me daily, the care of all the churches. who is afflicted, and I not suffer? who is offended, and I not inflam'd? If I must be compell'd to glory, I will glory on the account of my sufferings. the ever-blessed God, and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, knows that I speak truth. in Damascus the governor for king Aretas, posted guards at the city-gates, with a design to apprehend me: but thro' a window I was let down in a basket by the wall, and so escap'd.
Paul » Characteristics of » Tact
for tho' I am independent of all men, yet have I subjected myself to all, that I might gain the more. to the Jews, I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to those who are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain those who are under the law; to those who are without the law, as without that law, (not as being under no law to God, but as under the law to Christ) that I might gain those who are without the law. read more.
to the weak I became as weak, that I might gain the weak: I became all things to all men, that I might save all sorts of men.
to the weak I became as weak, that I might gain the weak: I became all things to all men, that I might save all sorts of men.
Paul » Characteristics of » Patience
the marks indeed of an apostle I have shown among you by my extreme patience, by signs, and prodigies, and miracles.
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Paul » Characteristics of » Faithfulness
I have struggled in a glorious cause: I have finish'd my career: I have stood to the faith: I have nothing more to do, but to receive the crown of virtue reserv'd for me, which the Lord, the just judge, will give me in that day: and not only to me, but to those also, who have long'd for his appearance.
Paul » Characteristics of » Endurance
I therefore bear with every thing for the sake of the converts, that they may obtain that salvation, which Jesus Christ has procur'd us, even eternal glory.
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Paul » Characteristics of » Steadfastness
things that little affect me, nor is life so much my concern, as to finish my course, and the charge I receiv'd from the Lord Jesus, to attest the declaration of the divine favour.
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'Twas by faith that he who was named Abraham, showed his obedience in travelling to a foreign country, which he was afterwards to inherit; and began his journey without knowing where he was going. 'twas by faith that he sojourned in a land that was promised, as in a strange country, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, who were equally entitled to the same promise. for he had in view the city, whose foundations are sure, the architect and founder being God. read more.
'Twas likewise through faith that Sara, though barren, received the power of becoming pregnant, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised. so that even a single person whose vigour was gone, gave rise to a posterity as numerous as the stars of the sky, or the sands on the sea-shore, which cannot be numbred. These all died in faith, without receiving what was promised, having only a distant view of what they eagerly expected, professing to live as strangers and pilgrims in the land. for they. that make such a declaration, show plainly that they seek some other country. and truly, if that had been in their view, they might have had an opportunity of returning to the place from whence they came. they desired therefore a better, that is, an heavenly country: so that God is very justly stiled their God: for he had appointed a city for them.
'Twas likewise through faith that Sara, though barren, received the power of becoming pregnant, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised. so that even a single person whose vigour was gone, gave rise to a posterity as numerous as the stars of the sky, or the sands on the sea-shore, which cannot be numbred. These all died in faith, without receiving what was promised, having only a distant view of what they eagerly expected, professing to live as strangers and pilgrims in the land. for they. that make such a declaration, show plainly that they seek some other country. and truly, if that had been in their view, they might have had an opportunity of returning to the place from whence they came. they desired therefore a better, that is, an heavenly country: so that God is very justly stiled their God: for he had appointed a city for them.
Queens » Characteristics of » Sheba, queen of
the queen of the south shall rise up at the day of judgement against this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the remote parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now a greater than Solomon is here.
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Rebekah » Characteristics of » Brought trouble into the home by teaching her son deception
Rebekah » Characteristics of » A woman of decision
Rebekah » Characteristics of » Hospitable
Rebekah » Characteristics of » Modest
Rebekah » Characteristics of » Industrious
Rebekah » Characteristics of » Beautiful
Religion » Characteristics of » False profession
they make a profession of knowing God; but in fact they deny him, being execrably incredulous, and utter strangers to all virtue.
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Not every one that says to me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven: but only they who do the will of my Father who is in heaven.
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Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and do not observe what I say?
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my dear children, let not our love be only in the language of our lips, but in the real effects of the heart.
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Jesus answered, to such hypocrites as you may well be applied those words of the prophet Esaias, "this people honour me with their lips, but their heart is far from me.
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Religion » Characteristics of » Legalism
then he said, I am a Jew, a native of Tarsus in Cilicia, but had my education in this city: at the feet of Gamaliel I was instructed in the law, and in the exact decisions of our fathers, and was as religiously zealous as you are at this time.
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so he took him and had him circumcised, out of regard to the Jews of that country, who all knew his father was a Greek.
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upon hearing this, they gave glory to God: and thus address'd Paul, you see, brother, how many thousand believing Jews there are, all however zealous for the law.
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upon which some of the Pharisees said to them, why do you do what is not allowed to be done on the sabbath-day?
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and that I made a greater proficiency in Judaism than many my contemporaries of my own nation, being an extraordinary zealot for the traditions of my forefathers.
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but some of the sect of the Pharisees who had embraced the faith, started up, pretending that the Gentiles ought to be circumcised, and observe the law of Moses.
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upon which the Pharisees said to him, pray observe how they trespass on the sabbath-day.
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but the ruler of the synagogue being highly incensed at Jesus's healing on the sabbath-day, said to the people, there are six days for work, you should come therefore for cure on those days, and not on the sabbath.
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the Jews said to him that was cured, it is the sabbath-day; it is not lawful for you to carry your bed.
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for I bear them witness, that they have a zeal for God, but not guided by true knowledge.
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Religion » Characteristics of » Ceremonialism
or rather that you are favoured by him, how can ye turn again to the weak and beggarly elements of the law, to which you desire again to be in bondage?
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nay, when they have been at any publick place, they never eat till they have washed. they observe besides several traditions, such as the washing of cups, pots, brass vessels, and beds.
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why therefore do you tempt God to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither we nor our forefathers were able to bear?
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Stand fast therefore, and be not hampered again with the yoke of bondage.
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If then you are dead with Christ, in respect of those shadows of the Jewish state; why do ye, as if you were still in that state, submit to those ordinances?
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only in matters relating to meats and drinks, and divers baptisms, meer external rites which were to subsist only till the time of reformation.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Sinful
for the time past of your lives may suffice, to have liv'd in conformity to the Gentile customs, in impurity, licentiousness, sottishness, in dissolute festivals, and the criminal rites of idolaters.
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in which you formerly liv'd, influenc'd by the customs of this world, and by the prince of the aerial powers, the spirits that now actuate the incredulous:
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especially those, who prostitute themselves to sensual infamous passions: who despise magistrates, who being audacious, and insolent, intrepidly calumniate the higher powers;
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for there are many that wander about, of whom I have frequently told you, and now repeat it with tears, that they are enemies to the cross of Christ:
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Above all things you are to know, that in these last times, impostors will appear, who will abandon themselves to their own sensual passions, whose cry will be,
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for they assur'd you, there would be impostors in the last days, who would follow their own impious passions.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Walking in truth
It was a great satisfaction to me, to see the conduct of your children, was so agreeable to the directions, we received from the father.
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For I was greatly pleased when the brethren came and assured me of your fidelity and religious conduct.
Walk » Characteristics of » Caution
See then that you behave circumspectly, and not as fools, but as wise,
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continue therefore to follow the doctrine of our Lord Jesus Christ, as you have receiv'd it:
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Walk » Characteristics of » New life
therefore we are buried with him by being plunged into a sort of death: that as Christ was raised up from the dead into a state of glory with the father, even so we also should proceed to a new state of life.
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Sentence of death therefore shall not pass upon those christians who do not lead a vicious life.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Faith
(for I regulate my conduct by my future expectations, not by visible enjoyments:
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Walk » Characteristics of » Spirituality
I say then, conduct yourselves by the spirit, and you will not then gratify the animal passions.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Consistency
I therefore the prisoner for the Lord, beseech you to live suitably to the offers that have been made to you:
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Walk » Characteristics of » Love
for Christ loved us, and for us gave himself an offering and a sacrifice acceptable to God.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Christlikeness
he that says he is attach'd to Christ, ought to regulate his conduct by his example.
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Walk » Characteristics of » Illumination
but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have society one with another, and the blood of his son Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin.
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The wicked » Characteristics of
villainous, unnatural, perfidious, defamers, debauchees,
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raging waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame: wandering lights, to whom is reserv'd the thickest darkness for ever.
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Wickedness » Characteristics of
villainous, unnatural, perfidious, defamers, debauchees,
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raging waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame: wandering lights, to whom is reserv'd the thickest darkness for ever.
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Women » Characteristics of » Subjection of
but I would have you take notice, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the wife, is the man; and the head of Christ, is God.
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Let your women be silent in your assemblies: for they are not allowed to discourse there; but are to observe orders, as indeed the law implies:
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let married women be submissive to their husbands, out of regard to the Lord.
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Let the married women be subservient to their husbands, that if they happen to disbelieve the gospel, they may be gain'd by the instructive conduct of their wives,
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the holy religious women of former times were thus adorned, and were submissive to their husbands.
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Let the women with submissive silence attend to instruction.
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Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » A murderess
Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » Met a terrible death
Women » Characteristics of » Rights of
Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » Idolatrous Women
Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » Incited her husband to evil
Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » Revengeful
Women » Queens » Jezebel » Characteristics of » Vain
Women » Queens » Esther » Characteristics of » Patriotism
Women » Queens » Esther » Characteristics of » Self-denial and heroism
Women » Queens » Esther » Characteristics of » Beauty
Women » Queens » Esther » Characteristics of » Tact
Women » Queens » Esther » Characteristics of » Courage
Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Divine
he does not love me, who does not observe my precepts: for the doctrine which you have heard, is not mine, but the father's who sent me.
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If any one deviate from this doctrine, not adhering to the wholesome instructions of our Lord Jesus Christ, the true doctrine of piety,
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Words of judgment
he that rejecteth me, and does not embrace my doctrine, hath one that condemns him: the doctrine that I have delivered, that shall condemn him in the last day.
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Imperishable
heaven and earth shall fail, but my words shall never fail.
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Incomparable
the officers answered, never did man speak like this man.
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Life-giving
but Simon Peter answered, Lord, to whom shall we go? you have the words of eternal life.
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Spiritual
it is the action of the mind that vivifies, that of the body profits nothing: the words that I have delivered to you, spiritually understood, give life.
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Gracious
They all applauded him, and were surprized, that what he said, was delivered with so much grace. but they objected, is not this the son of Joseph?
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Words of Christ » Characteristics of » Mighty
and they were astonished at his doctrine, for he spoke with authority.
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