Thematic Bible: Described as
Thematic Bible
or adder Asp » Described as » Venomous
or adder Asp » Described as » Not to be charmed
Domestic Donkeys » Described as » Fond of ease
Issachar is a strong-boned donkey lying down between two saddlebags. When he sees a good resting place, and the pleasant land, he will bend his shoulder to the burden and become a slave laborer.
Domestic Donkeys » Described as » Strong
Domestic Donkeys » Described as » Not devoid of instinct
An ox recognizes its owner, a donkey recognizes where its owner puts its food; but Israel does not recognize me, my people do not understand."
wild Donkey » Described as » Unsocial
They have gone up to Assyria, like a wild donkey that wanders off. Ephraim has hired prostitutes as lovers.
wild Donkey » Described as » Intractable
But an empty man will become wise, when a wild donkey's colt is born a human being.
wild Donkey » Described as » Fond of liberty
Bears » Described as » Cunning
(Dalet) To me he is like a bear lying in ambush, like a hidden lion stalking its prey.
Bears » Described as » Voracious
"Then a second beast appeared, like a bear. It was raised up on one side, and there were three ribs in its mouth between its teeth. It was told, 'Get up and devour much flesh!'
Bears » Described as » Cruel
Disaster will be inescapable, as if a man ran from a lion only to meet a bear, then escaped into a house, leaned his hand against the wall, and was bitten by a poisonous snake.
Beasts » Described as » Devoid of understanding
Do not be like an unintelligent horse or mule, which will not obey you unless they are controlled by a bridle and bit.
I was ignorant and lacked insight; I was as senseless as an animal before you.
Beasts » Described as » By nature wild, &c
He was in the wilderness forty days, enduring temptations from Satan. He was with wild animals, and angels were ministering to his needs.
I keep track of every bird in the hills, and the insects of the field are mine.
Beasts » Described as » Devoid of immortality
but, despite their wealth, people do not last, they are like animals that perish. This is the destiny of fools, and of those who approve of their philosophy. (Selah) They will travel to Sheol like sheep, with death as their shepherd. The godly will rule over them when the day of vindication dawns; Sheol will consume their bodies and they will no longer live in impressive houses. read more.
But God will rescue my life from the power of Sheol; certainly he will pull me to safety. (Selah)
But God will rescue my life from the power of Sheol; certainly he will pull me to safety. (Selah)
Beasts » Described as » Devoid of speech
yet was rebuked for his own transgression (a dumb donkey, speaking with a human voice, restrained the prophet's madness).
Beasts » Described as » Possessed of instinct
An ox recognizes its owner, a donkey recognizes where its owner puts its food; but Israel does not recognize me, my people do not understand."
Beasts » Described as » Being four-footed
In it were all kinds of four-footed animals and reptiles of the earth and wild birds.
Beasts » Described as » Capable of being tamed
For every kind of animal, bird, reptile, and sea creature is subdued and has been subdued by humankind.
the Canaanites » Described as » Great and mighty
When the Lord your God brings you to the land that you are going to occupy and forces out many nations before you -- Hittites, Girgashites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites, seven nations more numerous and powerful than you --
But the inhabitants are strong, and the cities are fortified and very large. Moreover we saw the descendants of Anak there.
the Canaanites » Described as » Superstitious
When you enter the land the Lord your God is giving you, you must not learn the abhorrent practices of those nations. There must never be found among you anyone who sacrifices his son or daughter in the fire, anyone who practices divination, an omen reader, a soothsayer, a sorcerer, one who casts spells, one who conjures up spirits, a practitioner of the occult, or a necromancer.
the Canaanites » Described as » Idolatrous
You have seen their detestable things and idols of wood, stone, silver, and gold.)
the Canaanites » Described as » Profane and wicked
for the people who were in the land before you have done all these abominations, and the land has become unclean.
Cedars » Described as » High
For Israel's sake I destroyed the Amorites. They were as tall as cedars and as strong as oaks, but I destroyed the fruit on their branches and their roots in the ground.
Through your messengers you taunted the sovereign master, 'With my many chariots I climbed up the high mountains, the slopes of Lebanon. I cut down its tall cedars and its best evergreens. I invaded its most remote regions, its thickest woods.
"'This is what the sovereign Lord says: "'I will take a sprig from the lofty top of the cedar and plant it. I will pluck from the top one of its tender twigs; I myself will plant it on a high and lofty mountain.
Cedars » Described as » Graceful and beautiful
I will plant it on a high mountain of Israel, and it will raise branches and produce fruit and become a beautiful cedar. Every bird will live under it; Every winged creature will live in the shade of its branches.
Cedars » Described as » Fragrant
Your lips drip sweetness like the honeycomb, my bride, honey and milk are under your tongue. The fragrance of your garments is like the fragrance of Lebanon.
Cedars » Described as » Spreading
The mountains were covered by its shadow, the highest cedars by its branches. Its branches reached the Mediterranean Sea, and its shoots the Euphrates River.
Cedars » Described as » Strong and durable
"The bricks have fallen, but we will rebuild with chiseled stone; the sycamore fig trees have been cut down, but we will replace them with cedars."
eternal Death » Described as » A lake of fire
Now the beast was seized, and along with him the false prophet who had performed the signs on his behalf -- signs by which he deceived those who had received the mark of the beast and those who worshiped his image. Both of them were thrown alive into the lake of fire burning with sulfur.
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But to the cowards, unbelievers, detestable persons, murderers, the sexually immoral, and those who practice magic spells, idol worshipers, and all those who lie, their place will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur. That is the second death."
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The DeadAbominationsCowardiceAdultery and DivorceBackbitingFaithlessness, As DisobedienceAdultery, Results Ofevil, victory overethics, and graceAromasHell, As An ExperienceLiesMurderPunishment, By GodSexualitySexual Sin, Nature OfSin, God's Judgment OnSorcery And MagicSulphurUnbelief, Nature And Effects OfUnbelieversLake Of FireLiarsPunishment Of the WickedCharacter Of Wicked
Unbelief, Results Of Being GuiltyEternal DeathGehennaBrimstoneNecromancyThe Second DeathFire Of HellNot Believing The GospelFate Of IdolatersJudgement On MurderersThe End Of LiarsSpiritual DeathBenefits Of HeavenUniversalismSexual Immorality Brings PunishmentSorcerygaysBeing GayDrugsmagicwitchescheaterslakesUnbelief Toward Christ
eternal Death » Described as » Banishment from God
They will undergo the penalty of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his strength,
eternal Death » Described as » Society with the devil, &c
"Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you accursed, into the eternal fire that has been prepared for the devil and his angels!
eternal Death » Described as » outer darkness,
And throw that worthless slave into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.'
eternal Death » Described as » A mist of darkness for ever
These men are waterless springs and mists driven by a storm, for whom the utter depths of darkness have been reserved.
eternal Death » Described as » Indignation, wrath, &c
but wrath and anger to those who live in selfish ambition and do not obey the truth but follow unrighteousness. There will be affliction and distress on everyone who does evil, on the Jew first and also the Greek,
eternal Death » Described as » The worm that dies not
natural Death » Described as » A sleep
Then the Lord said to Moses, "You are about to die, and then these people will begin to prostitute themselves with the foreign gods of the land into which they are going. They will reject me and break my covenant that I have made with them.
After he said this, he added, "Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep. But I am going there to awaken him."
natural Death » Described as » Returning to dust
By the sweat of your brow you will eat food until you return to the ground, for out of it you were taken; for you are dust, and to dust you will return."
When you ignore them, they panic. When you take away their life's breath, they die and return to dust.
natural Death » Described as » The earthly house of this tabernacle being dissolved
For we know that if our earthly house, the tent we live in, is dismantled, we have a building from God, a house not built by human hands, that is eternal in the heavens.
natural Death » Described as » Departing
I feel torn between the two, because I have a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far,
natural Death » Described as » Gathering to our people
When Jacob finished giving these instructions to his sons, he pulled his feet up onto the bed, breathed his last breath, and went to his people.
natural Death » Described as » Putting off this tabernacle
since I know that my tabernacle will soon be removed, because our Lord Jesus Christ revealed this to me.
natural Death » Described as » Going down into silence
The dead do not praise the Lord, nor do any of those who descend into the silence of death.
natural Death » Described as » God requiring the soul
But God said to him, 'You fool! This very night your life will be demanded back from you, but who will get what you have prepared for yourself?'
natural Death » Described as » Yielding up the ghost
At once she collapsed at his feet and died. So when the young men came in, they found her dead, and they carried her out and buried her beside her husband.
natural Death » Described as » Going the way whence there is no return
For the years that lie ahead are few, and then I will go on the way of no return.
natural Death » Described as » Fleeing as a shadow
He grows up like a flower and then withers away; he flees like a shadow, and does not remain.
natural Death » Described as » Being cut down
He grows up like a flower and then withers away; he flees like a shadow, and does not remain.
Deserts » Described as » Dry and without water
and who brought you through the great, fearful desert of venomous serpents and scorpions, an arid place with no water. He made water flow from a flint rock and
The whole community of the Israelites traveled on their journey from the Desert of Sin according to the Lord's instruction, and they pitched camp in Rephidim. Now there was no water for the people to drink.
Deserts » Described as » Uncultivated
"Go and declare in the hearing of the people of Jerusalem: 'This is what the Lord says: "I have fond memories of you, how devoted you were to me in your early years. I remember how you loved me like a new bride; you followed me through the wilderness, through a land that had never been planted.
Why have you brought us up from Egypt only to bring us to this dreadful place? It is no place for grain, or figs, or vines, or pomegranates; nor is there any water to drink!"
Deserts » Described as » Waste and howling
The Lord found him in a desolate land, in an empty wasteland where animals howl. He continually guarded him and taught him; he continually protected him like the pupil of his eye.
Deserts » Described as » Great and terrible
Then we left Horeb and passed through all that immense, forbidding wilderness that you saw on the way to the Amorite hill country as the Lord our God had commanded us to do, finally arriving at Kadesh Barnea.
Deserts » Described as » Uninhabited and lonesome
They did not ask: 'Where is the Lord who delivered us out of Egypt, who brought us through the wilderness, through a land of desert sands and rift valleys, through a land of drought and deep darkness, through a land in which no one travels, and where no one lives?'
Deserts » Described as » Trackless
"Look, I am about to do something new. Now it begins to happen! Do you not recognize it? Yes, I will make a road in the desert and paths in the wilderness.
Deserts » Described as » Desolate
I will stretch out my hand against them and make the land a desolate waste from the wilderness to Riblah, in all the places where they live. Then they will know that I am the Lord!"
Dogs » Described as » Carnivorous
Dogs will eat the members of your family who die in the city, and the birds of the sky will eat the ones who die in the country."' Indeed, the Lord has announced it!
But when they went to bury her, they found nothing left but the skull, feet, and palms of the hands. When they went back and told him, he said, "The Lord's word through his servant, Elijah the Tishbite, has come to pass. He warned, 'In the plot of land at Jezreel, dogs will devour Jezebel's flesh.
Dogs » Described as » Fond of blood
They washed off the chariot at the pool of Samaria (this was where the prostitutes bathed); dogs licked his blood, just as the Lord had said would happen.
Say to him, 'This is what the Lord says: "Haven't you committed murder and taken possession of the property of the deceased?"' Then say to him, 'This is what the Lord says: "In the spot where dogs licked up Naboth's blood they will also lick up your blood -- yes, yours!"'"
Dogs » Described as » Unclean
who longed to eat what fell from the rich man's table. In addition, the dogs came and licked his sores.
They are illustrations of this true proverb: "A dog returns to its own vomit," and "A sow, after washing herself, wallows in the mire."
Dogs » Described as » Impatient of injury
Like one who grabs a wild dog by the ears, so is the person passing by who becomes furious over a quarrel not his own.
Dogs » Described as » Dangerous and destructive
Yes, wild dogs surround me -- a gang of evil men crowd around me; like a lion they pin my hands and feet.
the Dragon » Described as » Poisonous
the Dragon » Described as » Powerful
Now the dragon's tail swept away a third of the stars in heaven and hurled them to the earth. Then the dragon stood before the woman who was about to give birth, so that he might devour her child as soon as it was born.
the Dragon » Described as » Of solitary habits
Eagles » Described as » Soaring to heaven
When you gaze upon riches, they are gone, for they surely make wings for themselves, and fly off into the sky like an eagle!
Eagles » Described as » Swift
Saul and Jonathan were greatly loved during their lives, and not even in their deaths were they separated. They were swifter than eagles, stronger than lions.
Eagles » Described as » Long-sighted
the Earth » Described as » Trembling before God
The Lord is the only true God. He is the living God and the everlasting King. When he shows his anger the earth shakes. None of the nations can stand up to his fury.
the earth shakes, yes, the heavens pour down rain before God, the God of Sinai, before God, the God of Israel.
the Earth » Described as » Full of God's glory
They called out to one another, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord who commands armies! His majestic splendor fills the entire earth!"
But truly, as I live, all the earth will be filled with the glory of the Lord.
the Earth » Described as » God's footstool
This is what the Lord says: "The heavens are my throne and the earth is my footstool. Where then is the house you will build for me? Where is the place where I will rest?
not by earth, because it is his footstool, and not by Jerusalem, because it is the city of the great King.
the Earth » Described as » Shining with God's glory
I saw the glory of the God of Israel coming from the east; the sound was like that of rushing water; and the earth radiated his glory.
the Earth » Described as » Full of God's riches
How many living things you have made, O Lord! You have exhibited great skill in making all of them; the earth is full of the living things you have made.
the Earth » Described as » Full of God's mercy
the Earth » Described as » Full of God's goodness
The Lord promotes equity and justice; the Lord's faithfulness extends throughout the earth.
the Earth » Described as » Melting at God's voice
Nations are in uproar, kingdoms are overthrown. God gives a shout, the earth dissolves.
the Earth » Described as » Burning at God presence
The mountains tremble before him, the hills convulse; the earth is laid waste before him, the world and all its inhabitants are laid waste.
Godly Fear » Described as » Filial and reverential
So since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us give thanks, and through this let us offer worship pleasing to God in devotion and awe.
Besides, we have experienced discipline from our earthly fathers and we respected them; shall we not submit ourselves all the more to the Father of spirits and receive life?
Godly Fear » Described as » A treasure to saints
Better is little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth and turmoil with it.
He is your constant source of stability; he abundantly provides safety and great wisdom; he gives all this to those who fear him.
Godly Fear » Described as » Wisdom
And he said to mankind, 'The fear of the Lord -- that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.'"
To obey the Lord is the fundamental principle for wise living; all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight. He will receive praise forever.
Godly Fear » Described as » A fountain of life
The fear of the Lord is like a life-giving fountain, to turn people from deadly snares.
Godly Fear » Described as » Hatred of evil
The fear of the Lord is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride and the evil way and perverse utterances.
Godly Fear » Described as » Sanctifying
The commands to fear the Lord are right and endure forever. The judgments given by the Lord are trustworthy and absolutely just.
unholy Fear » Described as » A fear of judgments
They will go into caves in the rocky cliffs and into holes in the ground, trying to escape the dreadful judgment of the Lord and his royal splendor, when he rises up to terrify the earth.
People will be fainting from fear and from the expectation of what is coming on the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.
They said to the mountains and to the rocks, "Fall on us and hide us from the face of the one who is seated on the throne and from the wrath of the Lamb, because the great day of their wrath has come, and who is able to withstand it?"
unholy Fear » Described as » Overwhelming
Distress and anguish terrify him; they prevail against him like a king ready to launch an attack,
Fear and dread will fall on them; by the greatness of your arm they will be as still as stone until your people pass by, O Lord, until the people whom you have bought pass by.
unholy Fear » Described as » A fear of man
Then Saul said to Samuel, "I have sinned, for I have disobeyed what the Lord commanded and what you said as well. For I was afraid of the army, and I followed their wishes.
(His parents said these things because they were afraid of the Jewish religious leaders. For the Jewish leaders had already agreed that anyone who confessed Jesus to be the Christ would be put out of the synagogue.
unholy Fear » Described as » A fear of future punishment
but only a certain fearful expectation of judgment and a fury of fire that will consume God's enemies.
unholy Fear » Described as » A fear of idols
You must never forget the agreement I made with you, and you must not worship other gods.
unholy Fear » Described as » Consuming
How desolate they become in a mere moment! Terrifying judgments make their demise complete!
Flowers » Described as » Evanescent
but when the hot wind blows by, it disappears, and one can no longer even spot the place where it once grew.
The grass dries up, the flowers wither, but the decree of our God is forever reliable."
Flowers » Described as » Appear in spring
The pomegranates have appeared in the land, the time for pruning and singing has come; the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land.
Flowers » Described as » Sweet
His cheeks are like garden beds full of balsam trees yielding perfume. His lips are like lilies dripping with drops of myrrh.
Flowers » Described as » Beautiful
Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was clothed like one of these!
Foundation » Described as » Joined together by corner stones
For it says in scripture, "Look, I lay in Zion a stone, a chosen and priceless cornerstone, and whoever believes in him will never be put to shame."
because you have been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone.
Now let the king be aware that the Jews who came up to us from you have gone to Jerusalem. They are rebuilding that rebellious and odious city. They are completing its walls and repairing its foundations.
Foundation » Described as » Of stone
By royal order they supplied large valuable stones in order to build the temple's foundation with chiseled stone.
Foundation » Described as » Deep laid
He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep, and laid the foundation on bedrock. When a flood came, the river burst against that house but could not shake it, because it had been well built.
Foundation » Described as » Strongly laid
In the first year of his reign, King Cyrus gave orders concerning the temple of God in Jerusalem: 'Let the temple be rebuilt as a place where sacrifices are offered. Let its foundations be set in place. Its height is to be ninety feet and its width ninety feet,
Foxes » Described as » Active
Then Tobiah the Ammonite, who was close by, said, "If even a fox were to climb up on what they are building, it would break down their wall of stones!"
Foxes » Described as » Carnivorous
Each one will be handed over to the sword; their corpses will be eaten by jackals.
Foxes » Described as » Crafty
But he said to them, "Go and tell that fox, 'Look, I am casting out demons and performing healings today and tomorrow, and on the third day I will complete my work.
God, Glory of » Described as » Highly exalted
For the music director, according to the gittith style; a psalm of David. O Lord, our Lord, how magnificent is your reputation throughout the earth! You reveal your majesty in the heavens above!
The Lord is exalted over all the nations; his splendor reaches beyond the sky.
God, Glory of » Described as » Rich
I pray that according to the wealth of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in the inner person,
God, Glory of » Described as » Eternal
May the splendor of the Lord endure! May the Lord find pleasure in the living things he has made!
God, Glory of » Described as » Great
Gold » Described as » Malleable
King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; 600 measures of gold were used for each shield. He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three minas of gold were used for each of these shields. The king placed them in the Palace of the Lebanon Forest.
They hammered the gold into thin sheets and cut it into narrow strips to weave them into the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and into the fine linen, the work of an artistic designer.
Gold » Described as » Precious
20 gold bowls worth 1,000 darics, and two exquisite vessels of gleaming bronze, as valuable as gold.
I will make human beings more scarce than pure gold, and people more scarce than gold from Ophir.
Gold » Described as » Fusible
So all the people broke off the gold earrings that were on their ears and brought them to Aaron. He accepted the gold from them, fashioned it with an engraving tool, and made a molten calf. Then they said, "These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt."
Gold » Described as » Valuable
Fine gold cannot be given in exchange for it, nor can its price be weighed out in silver. It cannot be measured out for purchase with the gold of Ophir, with precious onyx or sapphires.
Gold » Described as » Yellow
When you lie down among the sheepfolds, the wings of the dove are covered with silver and with glittering gold.
Grace » Described as » All-abundant
But the gracious gift is not like the transgression. For if the many died through the transgression of the one man, how much more did the grace of God and the gift by the grace of the one man Jesus Christ multiply to the many!
For if, by the transgression of the one man, death reigned through the one, how much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one, Jesus Christ!
Now the law came in so that the transgression may increase, but where sin increased, grace multiplied all the more,
Grace » Described as » Rich
to demonstrate in the coming ages the surpassing wealth of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace
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Grace » Described as » All-sufficient
But he said to me, "My grace is enough for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." So then, I will boast most gladly about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may reside in me.
Verse Concepts
ComfortingAfflictions, In Christian Livingevil, victory overBeing A Perfect ChristianBeing AfraidPower Through GodGrace, And Christian LifePainPower, HumanSelf ConfidenceSelf Righteousness, And The GospelSuffering, Encouragements InPerfectionStrength, God Is OurAfflictions, Consolation DuringGrace, Description OfProtection, From GodPromises To The Afflicted
Grace » Described as » Exceeding
And in their prayers on your behalf they long for you because of the extraordinary grace God has shown to you.
Grace » Described as » Glorious
to the praise of the glory of his grace that he has freely bestowed on us in his dearly loved Son.
Grace » Described as » Manifold
Just as each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of the varied grace of God.
Grace » Described as » Sovereign
so that just as sin reigned in death, so also grace will reign through righteousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Grace » Described as » Great
With great power the apostles were giving testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was on them all.
the Heathen » Described as » Filthy
The Israelites who were returning from the exile ate it, along with all those who had joined them in separating themselves from the uncleanness of the nations of the land to seek the Lord God of Israel.
Because they are callous, they have given themselves over to indecency for the practice of every kind of impurity with greediness.
For the things they do in secret are shameful even to mention.
the Heathen » Described as » Idolatrous
and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for an image resembling mortal human beings or birds or four-footed animals or reptiles.
They exchanged the truth of God for a lie and worshiped and served the creation rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever! Amen.
The nations' idols are made of silver and gold, they are man-made.
the Heathen » Described as » Ignorant
They are darkened in their understanding, being alienated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardness of their hearts.
Verse Concepts
Spiritual DeathDarkness, As A Symbol Of SinFall Of Man, Consequences OfCommunicationGod, Revelation OfHardness Of HeartHeart, Fallen And RedeemedLonelinessReconciliation, Of The World To GodSalvation, Necessity And Basis OfStubbornness, Consequences OfUnbelief, Nature And Effects OfVeilsApathyCharacter Of WickedNations DescribedIgnorance Towards God, Leads ToInsensibilityEstrangement
For since in the wisdom of God the world by its wisdom did not know God, God was pleased to save those who believe by the foolishness of preaching.
the Heathen » Described as » Persecuting
I have been on journeys many times, in dangers from rivers, in dangers from robbers, in dangers from my own countrymen, in dangers from Gentiles, in dangers in the city, in dangers in the wilderness, in dangers at sea, in dangers from false brothers,
Why do the nations rebel? Why are the countries devising plots that will fail? The kings of the earth form a united front; the rulers collaborate against the Lord and his anointed king.
the Heathen » Described as » Cruel
senseless, covenant-breakers, heartless, ruthless.
Remember your covenant promises, for the dark regions of the earth are full of places where violence rules.
the Heathen » Described as » Worshippers of the devil
No, I mean that what the pagans sacrifice is to demons and not to God. I do not want you to be partners with demons.
the Heathen » Described as » Strangers to the covenant of promise
that you were at that time without the Messiah, alienated from the citizenship of Israel and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world.
the Heathen » Described as » Having no hope
that you were at that time without the Messiah, alienated from the citizenship of Israel and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world.
the Heathen » Described as » Scoffing at saints
Why should the nations say, "Where is their God?" Before our very eyes may the shed blood of your servants be avenged among the nations!
Hell » Described as » A furnace of fire
They will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
and throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Hell » Described as » Fire and brimstone
that person will also drink of the wine of God's anger that has been mixed undiluted in the cup of his wrath, and he will be tortured with fire and sulfur in front of the holy angels and in front of the Lamb.
Hell » Described as » A lake of fire
If anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, that person was thrown into the lake of fire.
Hell » Described as » Everlasting punishment
And these will depart into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life."
Hell » Described as » Everlasting fire
"Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you accursed, into the eternal fire that has been prepared for the devil and his angels!
Hell » Described as » Unquenchable fire
His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clean out his threshing floor and will gather his wheat into the storehouse, but the chaff he will burn up with inextinguishable fire."
Hell » Described as » Devouring fire
Sinners are afraid in Zion; panic grips the godless. They say, 'Who among us can coexist with destructive fire? Who among us can coexist with unquenchable fire?'
Hell » Described as » Everlasting burnings
Sinners are afraid in Zion; panic grips the godless. They say, 'Who among us can coexist with destructive fire? Who among us can coexist with unquenchable fire?'
Hope » Described as » Good
Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by grace gave us eternal comfort and good hope,
Hope » Described as » Gladdening
The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectation of the wicked will remain unfulfilled.
Hope » Described as » Sure and steadfast
We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, sure and steadfast, which reaches inside behind the curtain,
Hope » Described as » Lively
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he gave us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
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Hope » Described as » Blessed
as we wait for the happy fulfillment of our hope in the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Horses » Described as » Swift
Their horses are faster than leopards and more alert than wolves in the desert. Their horses gallop, their horses come a great distance; like a vulture they swoop down quickly to devour their prey.
You say, 'No, we will flee on horses,' so you will indeed flee. You say, 'We will ride on fast horses,' so your pursuers will be fast.
Look! The enemy is approaching like gathering clouds. The roar of his chariots is like that of a whirlwind. His horses move more swiftly than eagles." I cry out, "We are doomed, for we will be destroyed!"
Horses » Described as » Strong
A horse disappoints those who trust in it for victory; despite its great strength, it cannot deliver.
He is not enamored with the strength of a horse, nor is he impressed by the warrior's strong legs.
Horses » Described as » Warlike in disposition
It paws the ground in the valley, exulting mightily, it goes out to meet the weapons.
I have listened to them very carefully, but they do not speak honestly. None of them regrets the evil he has done. None of them says, "I have done wrong!" All of them persist in their own wayward course like a horse charging recklessly into battle.
Horses » Described as » Fierce and impetuous
It paws the ground in the valley, exulting mightily, it goes out to meet the weapons.
In excitement and impatience it consumes the ground; it cannot stand still when the trumpet is blown.
Horses » Described as » Fearless
Hypocrites » Described as » Wilfully blind
You are blind! For which is greater, the gift or the altar that makes the gift sacred?
Blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup, so that the outside may become clean too!
Blind fools! Which is greater, the gold or the temple that makes the gold sacred?
Hypocrites » Described as » Ostentatious
"Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
They do all their deeds to be seen by people, for they make their phylacteries wide and their tassels long.
Hypocrites » Described as » Censorious
Why do you see the speck in your brother's eye, but fail to see the beam of wood in your own? Or how can you say to your brother, 'Let me remove the speck from your eye,' while there is a beam in your own? You hypocrite! First remove the beam from your own eye, and then you can see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye.
But the president of the synagogue, indignant because Jesus had healed on the Sabbath, said to the crowd, "There are six days on which work should be done! So come and be healed on those days, and not on the Sabbath day." Then the Lord answered him, "You hypocrites! Does not each of you on the Sabbath untie his ox or his donkey from its stall, and lead it to water?
Hypocrites » Described as » Using but lip-worship
The sovereign master says, "These people say they are loyal to me; they say wonderful things about me, but they are not really loyal to me. Their worship consists of nothing but man-made ritual.
This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me,
Hypocrites » Described as » Covetous
And in their greed they will exploit you with deceptive words. Their condemnation pronounced long ago is not sitting idly by; their destruction is not asleep.
They come to you in crowds, and they sit in front of you as my people. They hear your words, but do not obey them. For they talk lustfully, and their heart is set on their own advantage.
Hypocrites » Described as » Trusting in privileges
and don't think you can say to yourselves, 'We have Abraham as our father.' For I tell you that God can raise up children for Abraham from these stones!
Stop putting your confidence in the false belief that says, "We are safe! The temple of the Lord is here! The temple of the Lord is here! The temple of the Lord is here!"
Hypocrites » Described as » Self-righteous
They say, 'Keep to yourself! Don't get near me, for I am holier than you!' These people are like smoke in my nostrils, like a fire that keeps burning all day long.
The Pharisee stood and prayed about himself like this: 'God, I thank you that I am not like other people: extortionists, unrighteous people, adulterers -- or even like this tax collector.
Hypocrites » Described as » Glorying in appearance only
We are not trying to commend ourselves to you again, but are giving you an opportunity to be proud of us, so that you may be able to answer those who take pride in outward appearance and not in what is in the heart.
Hypocrites » Described as » Exact in minor, but neglecting important duties
"Woe to you, experts in the law and you Pharisees, hypocrites! You give a tenth of mint, dill, and cumin, yet you neglect what is more important in the law -- justice, mercy, and faithfulness! You should have done these things without neglecting the others. Blind guides! You strain out a gnat yet swallow a camel!
Hypocrites » Described as » Professing but not practising
They come to you in crowds, and they sit in front of you as my people. They hear your words, but do not obey them. For they talk lustfully, and their heart is set on their own advantage. Realize that to them you are like a sensual song, a beautiful voice and skilled musician. They hear your words, but they do not obey them.
Hypocrites » Described as » Regarding tradition more than the word of God
Then Pharisees and experts in the law came from Jerusalem to Jesus and said, "Why do your disciples disobey the tradition of the elders? For they don't wash their hands when they eat." He answered them, "And why do you disobey the commandment of God because of your tradition?
Hypocrites » Described as » Loving pre-eminence
They love the place of honor at banquets and the best seats in the synagogues and elaborate greetings in the marketplaces, and to have people call them 'Rabbi.'
Hypocrites » Described as » Having but a form of Godliness
They will maintain the outward appearance of religion but will have repudiated its power. So avoid people like these.
Hypocrites » Described as » Zealous in making proselytes
"Woe to you, experts in the law and you Pharisees, hypocrites! You cross land and sea to make one convert, and when you get one, you make him twice as much a child of hell as yourselves!
Hypocrites » Described as » Devouring widows' houses
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Hypocrites » Described as » Apparently zealous in the things of God
They seek me day after day; they want to know my requirements, like a nation that does what is right and does not reject the law of their God. They ask me for just decrees; they want to be near God.
Hypocrites » Described as » Vile
For a fool speaks disgraceful things; his mind plans out sinful deeds. He commits godless deeds and says misleading things about the Lord; he gives the hungry nothing to satisfy their appetite and gives the thirsty nothing to drink.
Hypocrites » Described as » Seeking only outward purity
But the Lord said to him, "Now you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and the plate, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness.
Idolatry » Described as » Vain and foolish
No one thinks to himself, nor do they comprehend or understand and say to themselves: 'I burned half of it in the fire -- yes, I baked bread over the coals; I roasted meat and ate it. With the rest of it should I make a disgusting idol? Should I bow down to dry wood?'
Their idols are made of silver and gold -- they are man-made. They have mouths, but cannot speak, eyes, but cannot see, ears, but cannot hear, noses, but cannot smell, read more.
hands, but cannot touch, feet, but cannot walk. They cannot even clear their throats. Those who make them will end up like them, as will everyone who trusts in them.
hands, but cannot touch, feet, but cannot walk. They cannot even clear their throats. Those who make them will end up like them, as will everyone who trusts in them.
For the religion of these people is worthless. They cut down a tree in the forest, and a craftsman makes it into an idol with his tools.
Idolatry » Described as » Hateful to God
I sent my servants the prophets to you people over and over again warning you not to do this disgusting thing I hate.
Idolatry » Described as » Defiling
I said to them, "Each of you must get rid of the detestable idols you keep before you, and do not defile yourselves with the idols of Egypt; I am the Lord your God."
So I poured my anger on them because of the blood they shed on the land and because of the idols with which they defiled it.
Idolatry » Described as » Irrational
So since we are God's offspring, we should not think the deity is like gold or silver or stone, an image made by human skill and imagination.
For although they knew God, they did not glorify him as God or give him thanks, but they became futile in their thoughts and their senseless hearts were darkened. Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for an image resembling mortal human beings or birds or four-footed animals or reptiles.
Idolatry » Described as » Unprofitable
They put it on their shoulder and carry it; they put it in its place and it just stands there; it does not move from its place. Even when someone cries out to it, it does not reply; it does not deliver him from his distress.
Idolatry » Described as » An abomination to God
You must burn the images of their gods, but do not covet the silver and gold that covers them so much that you take it for yourself and thus become ensnared by it; for it is abhorrent to the Lord your God.
Idolatry » Described as » Bloody
On the same day they slaughtered their sons for their idols, they came to my sanctuary to desecrate it. This is what they have done in the middle of my house.
Idolatry » Described as » Abominable
For the time that has passed was sufficient for you to do what the non-Christians desire. You lived then in debauchery, evil desires, drunkenness, carousing, drinking bouts, and wanton idolatries.
Iron » Described as » Strong and durable
Then there will be a fourth kingdom, one strong like iron. Just like iron breaks in pieces and shatters everything, and as iron breaks in pieces all of these metals, so it will break in pieces and crush the others.
Iron » Described as » Fusible
As silver, bronze, iron, lead, and tin are gathered in a furnace so that the fire can melt them, so I will gather you in my anger and in my rage. I will deposit you there and melt you.
Iron » Described as » Malleable
He will judge disputes between nations; he will settle cases for many peoples. They will beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks. Nations will not take up the sword against other nations, and they will no longer train for war.
Jerusalem » Described as » Joy of the whole earth
It is lofty and pleasing to look at, a source of joy to the whole earth. Mount Zion resembles the peaks of Zaphon; it is the city of the great king.
(Samek) All who passed by on the road clapped their hands to mock you. They sneered and shook their heads at Daughter Jerusalem. "Ha! Is this the city they called 'The perfection of beauty, the source of joy of the whole earth!'?"
Jerusalem » Described as » Comely
The Lover to His Beloved: My darling, you are as beautiful as Tirzah, as lovely as Jerusalem, as awe-inspiring as bannered armies!
Jerusalem » Described as » The perfection of beauty
(Samek) All who passed by on the road clapped their hands to mock you. They sneered and shook their heads at Daughter Jerusalem. "Ha! Is this the city they called 'The perfection of beauty, the source of joy of the whole earth!'?"
Jerusalem » Described as » Wealth, &c in the time of solomon
Solomon accumulated chariots and horses. He had 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses. He kept them in assigned cities and in Jerusalem. The king made silver as plentiful in Jerusalem as stones; cedar was as plentiful as sycamore fig trees are in the lowlands.
Jerusalem » Described as » Princess among the provinces
(Alef)Alas! The city once full of people now sits all alone! The prominent lady among the nations has become a widow! The princess who once ruled the provinces has become a forced laborer!
Jerusalem » Described as » Populous
(Alef)Alas! The city once full of people now sits all alone! The prominent lady among the nations has become a widow! The princess who once ruled the provinces has become a forced laborer!
Jerusalem » Described as » Great
"'People from other nations will pass by this city. They will ask one another, "Why has the Lord done such a thing to this great city?"
Jerusalem » Described as » Full of business and tumult
All your leaders ran away together -- they fled to a distant place; all your refugees were captured together -- they were captured without a single arrow being shot.
Jerusalem » Described as » Compact
Jerusalem » Described as » Beautiful for situation
It is lofty and pleasing to look at, a source of joy to the whole earth. Mount Zion resembles the peaks of Zaphon; it is the city of the great king.
Jews, the » Described as » A holy people
You may not eat any corpse, though you may give it to the resident foreigner who is living in your villages and he may eat it, or you may sell it to a foreigner. You are a people holy to the Lord your God. Do not boil a young goat in its mother's milk.
For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. He has chosen you to be his people, prized above all others on the face of the earth.
Jews, the » Described as » A peculiar treasure
And now, if you will diligently listen to me and keep my covenant, then you will be my special possession out of all the nations, for all the earth is mine,
Indeed, the Lord has chosen Jacob for himself, Israel to be his special possession.
Jews, the » Described as » A peculiar people
For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. He has chosen you to be his people, prized above all others on the face of the earth.
Jews, the » Described as » The lord's portion
For the Lord's allotment is his people, Jacob is his special possession.
Jews, the » Described as » A special people
For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. He has chosen you to be his people, prized above all others on the face of the earth.
Jews, the » Described as » A kingdom of priests
and you will be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.' These are the words that you will speak to the Israelites."
Jews, the » Described as » A holy nation
and you will be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.' These are the words that you will speak to the Israelites."
Lambs » Described as » Playful
Lambs » Described as » Patient
He was treated harshly and afflicted, but he did not even open his mouth. Like a lamb led to the slaughtering block, like a sheep silent before her shearers, he did not even open his mouth.
Lamps » Described as » Burning
When the sun had gone down and it was dark, a smoking firepot with a flaming torch passed between the animal parts.
Lamps » Described as » Shining
He was a lamp that was burning and shining, and you wanted to rejoice greatly for a short time in his light.
The law of God » Described as » Perfect
The law of the Lord is perfect and preserves one's life. The rules set down by the Lord are reliable and impart wisdom to the inexperienced.
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Do not be conformed to this present world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may test and approve what is the will of God -- what is good and well-pleasing and perfect.
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The law of God » Described as » Truth
Your justice endures, and your law is reliable.
The law of God » Described as » Exceeding broad
I realize that everything has its limits, but your commands are beyond full comprehension.
The law of God » Described as » Holy, just, and good
So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous, and good.
The law of God » Described as » Spiritual
For we know that the law is spiritual -- but I am unspiritual, sold into slavery to sin.
The law of God » Described as » Not grievous
For this is the love of God: that we keep his commandments. And his commandments do not weigh us down,
The law of God » Described as » Pure
The Lord's precepts are fair and make one joyful. The Lord's commands are pure and give insight for life.
Leopard » Described as » Spotted
But there is little hope for you ever doing good, you who are so accustomed to doing evil. Can an Ethiopian change the color of his skin? Can a leopard remove its spots?
Leopard » Described as » Fierce and cruel
So like a lion from the thicket their enemies will kill them. Like a wolf from the desert they will destroy them. Like a leopard they will lie in wait outside their cities and totally destroy anyone who ventures out. For they have rebelled so much and done so many unfaithful things.
Leopard » Described as » Swift
Their horses are faster than leopards and more alert than wolves in the desert. Their horses gallop, their horses come a great distance; like a vulture they swoop down quickly to devour their prey.
natural Life » Described as » Short
"Man, born of woman, lives but a few days, and they are full of trouble.
Take note of my brief lifespan! Why do you make all people so mortal?
natural Life » Described as » Limited
Since man's days are determined, the number of his months is under your control; you have set his limit and he cannot pass it.
"Does not humanity have hard service on earth? Are not their days also like the days of a hired man?
natural Life » Described as » Vain
For no one knows what is best for a person during his life -- during the few days of his fleeting life -- for they pass away like a shadow. Nor can anyone tell him what the future will hold for him on earth.
natural Life » Described as » Uncertain
Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go into this or that town and spend a year there and do business and make a profit." You do not know about tomorrow. What is your life like? For you are a puff of smoke that appears for a short time and then vanishes. You ought to say instead, "If the Lord is willing, then we will live and do this or that."
natural Life » Described as » Full of trouble
"Man, born of woman, lives but a few days, and they are full of trouble.
Spiritual life » Described as » A life unto God
So you too consider yourselves dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus.
For through the law I died to the law so that I may live to God.
Spiritual life » Described as » Living in the spirit
If we live by the Spirit, let us also behave in accordance with the Spirit.
Spiritual life » Described as » Newness of life
Therefore we have been buried with him through baptism into death, in order that just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too may live a new life.
Light » Described as » Shining
is like the light of morning when the sun comes up, a morning in which there are no clouds. He is like the brightness after rain that produces grass from the earth.
Its snorting throws out flashes of light; its eyes are like the red glow of dawn.
Light » Described as » Diffusive
Can his armies be numbered? On whom does his light not rise?
Light » Described as » Useful and precious
I realized that wisdom is preferable to folly, just as light is preferable to darkness:
Light » Described as » Agreeable
Light is sweet, and it is pleasant for a person to see the sun.
Light » Described as » Manifesting objects
For everyone who does evil deeds hates the light and does not come to the light, so that their deeds will not be exposed. But the one who practices the truth comes to the light, so that it may be plainly evident that his deeds have been done in God.
Light » Described as » White and pure
And he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became white as light.
Light » Described as » Bright
But now, the sun cannot be looked at -- it is bright in the skies -- after a wind passed and swept the clouds away.
Lions » Described as » Superior in strength
On the seventh day, before the sun set, the men of the city said to him, "What is sweeter than honey? What is stronger than a lion?" He said to them, "If you had not plowed with my heifer, you would not have solved my riddle!"
Lions » Described as » Fearless even of man
Indeed, this is what the Lord says to me: "The Lord will be like a growling lion, like a young lion growling over its prey. Though a whole group of shepherds gathers against it, it is not afraid of their shouts or intimidated by their yelling. In this same way the Lord who commands armies will descend to do battle on Mount Zion and on its hill.
Where now is the den of the lions, the feeding place of the young lions, where the lion, lioness, and lion cub once prowled and no one disturbed them?
Lions » Described as » Fierce
If I lift myself up, you hunt me as a fierce lion, and again you display your power against me.
Proud beasts have not set foot on it, and no lion has passed along it.
Lions » Described as » Majestic in movement
There are three things that are magnificent in their step, four things that move about magnificently: a lion, mightiest of the beasts, who does not retreat from anything;
Lions » Described as » Active
Lions » Described as » Courageous
If that happens even the bravest soldier -- one who is lion-hearted -- will virtually melt away. For all Israel knows that your father is a warrior and that those who are with him are brave.
Lions » Described as » Voracious
He is like a lion that wants to tear its prey to bits, like a young lion crouching in hidden places.
Locusts » Described as » Wise
Locusts » Described as » Like to horses prepared for battle
Now the locusts looked like horses equipped for battle. On their heads were something like crowns similar to gold, and their faces looked like men's faces.
Locusts » Described as » Voracious
They covered the surface of all the ground, so that the ground became dark with them, and they ate all the vegetation of the ground and all the fruit of the trees that the hail had left. Nothing green remained on the trees or on anything that grew in the fields throughout the whole land of Egypt.
Locusts » Described as » Rapid in movement
Your plunder disappears as if locusts were eating it; they swarm over it like locusts!
God, Love Of » Described as » Sovereign
Rather it is because of his love for you and his faithfulness to the promise he solemnly vowed to your ancestors that the Lord brought you out with great power, redeeming you from the place of slavery, from the power of Pharaoh king of Egypt.
However, only to your ancestors did he show his loving favor, and he chose you, their descendants, from all peoples -- as is apparent today.
God, Love Of » Described as » Unfailing
Can a woman forget her baby who nurses at her breast? Can she withhold compassion from the child she has borne? Even if mothers were to forget, I could never forget you! Look, I have inscribed your name on my palms; your walls are constantly before me.
God, Love Of » Described as » Abiding
The Lord your God is in your midst; he is a warrior who can deliver. He takes great delight in you; he renews you by his love; he shouts for joy over you."
God, Love Of » Described as » Everlasting
In a far-off land the Lord will manifest himself to them. He will say to them, 'I have loved you with an everlasting love. That is why I have continued to be faithful to you.
God, Love Of » Described as » Great
But God, being rich in mercy, because of his great love with which he loved us,
God, Love Of » Described as » Unalienable
nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
God, Love Of » Described as » Constraining
I led them with leather cords, with leather ropes; I lifted the yoke from their neck, and gently fed them.
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Marvellous
Accomplish awesome, faithful deeds, you who powerfully deliver those who look to you for protection from their enemies.
The Lord deserves praise for he demonstrated his amazing faithfulness to me when I was besieged by enemies.
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Great
They refused to obey and did not recall your miracles that you had performed among them. Instead, they rebelled and appointed a leader to return to their bondage in Egypt. But you are a God of forgiveness, merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and unfailing in your loyal love. You did not abandon them,
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Multitudinous
I will tell of the faithful acts of the Lord, of the Lord's praiseworthy deeds. I will tell about all the Lord did for us, the many good things he did for the family of Israel, because of his compassion and great faithfulness.
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Everlasting
In a burst of anger I rejected you momentarily, but with lasting devotion I will have compassion on you," says your protector, the Lord.
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Merciful
For his loyal love towers over us, and the Lord's faithfulness endures. Praise the Lord!
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Good
Answer me, O Lord, for your loyal love is good! Because of your great compassion, turn toward me!
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Better than life
Because experiencing your loyal love is better than life itself, my lips will praise you.
Loving Kindness Of God » Described as » Excellent
How precious is your loyal love, O God! The human race finds shelter under your wings.
Manna » Described as » Like coriander seed
The house of Israel called its name "manna." It was like coriander seed and was white, and it tasted like wafers with honey.
Manna » Described as » Like in taste to wafers made with honey
The house of Israel called its name "manna." It was like coriander seed and was white, and it tasted like wafers with honey.
Manna » Described as » Like in color to bdellium
Manna » Described as » Like in taste to oil
And the people went about and gathered it, and ground it with mills or pounded it in mortars; they baked it in pans and made cakes of it. It tasted like fresh olive oil.
Manna » Described as » Like hoar frost
When the layer of dew had evaporated, there on the surface of the desert was a thin flaky substance, thin like frost on the earth.
Manna » Described as » White
The house of Israel called its name "manna." It was like coriander seed and was white, and it tasted like wafers with honey.
God's Mercy » Described as » Everlasting
I will always extend my loyal love to him, and my covenant with him is secure.
Praise the Lord! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, and his loyal love endures!
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good and his loyal love endures.
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, and his loyal love endures!
God's Mercy » Described as » Tender
Because of our God's tender mercy the dawn will break upon us from on high
who delivers your life from the Pit, who crowns you with his loyal love and compassion,
Remember your compassionate and faithful deeds, O Lord, for you have always acted in this manner.
God's Mercy » Described as » Manifold
Though he causes us grief, he then has compassion on us according to the abundance of his loyal kindness.
Therefore you delivered them into the hand of their adversaries, who oppressed them. But in the time of their distress they called to you, and you heard from heaven. In your abundant compassion you provided them with deliverers to rescue them from their adversaries.
God's Mercy » Described as » Great
The Lord is slow to anger and abounding in loyal love, forgiving iniquity and transgression, but by no means clearing the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children until the third and fourth generations.'
"For a short time I abandoned you, but with great compassion I will gather you.
God's Mercy » Described as » High as heaven
O Lord, your loyal love reaches to the sky; your faithfulness to the clouds.
For as the skies are high above the earth, so his loyal love towers over his faithful followers.
God's Mercy » Described as » Sure
You will be loyal to Jacob and extend your loyal love to Abraham, which you promised on oath to our ancestors in ancient times.
Pay attention and come to me! Listen, so you can live! Then I will make an unconditional covenantal promise to you, just like the reliable covenantal promises I made to David.
God's Mercy » Described as » Plenteous
The Lord is compassionate and merciful; he is patient and demonstrates great loyal love.
Certainly O Lord, you are kind and forgiving, and show great faithfulness to all who cry out to you.
God's Mercy » Described as » New » Every morning
They are fresh every morning; your faithfulness is abundant!
God's Mercy » Described as » Rich
But God, being rich in mercy, because of his great love with which he loved us,
God's Mercy » Described as » Filling the earth
God's Mercy » Described as » Over all his works
God's Mercy » Described as » Abundant
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he gave us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
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Ministers » Described as » Ambassadors for Christ
Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His plea through us. We plead with you on Christ's behalf, "Be reconciled to God!"
Ministers » Described as » The servants of Christ's people
For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus' sake.
Ministers » Described as » Stewards of the mysteries of God
One should think about us this way -- as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.
Ministers » Described as » Ministers of Christ
One should think about us this way -- as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.
Ministers » Described as » Defenders of the faith
For it is right for me to think this about all of you, because I have you in my heart, since both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel all of you became partners in God's grace together with me.
Miracles » Described as » Signs and wonders
Indeed, the signs of an apostle were performed among you with great perseverance by signs and wonders and powerful deeds.
So Jesus said to him, "Unless you people see signs and wonders you will never believe!"
You used your mighty power and your great strength to perform miracles and amazing deeds and to bring great terror on the Egyptians. By this means you brought your people Israel out of the land of Egypt.
Miracles » Described as » Marvellous works
Therefore I will again do an amazing thing for these people -- an absolutely extraordinary deed. Wise men will have nothing to say, the sages will have no explanations."
Recall the miraculous deeds he performed, his mighty acts and the judgments he decreed,
Miracles » Described as » Marvellous things
He did amazing things in the sight of their ancestors, in the land of Egypt, in the region of Zoan.
Moabites » Described as » Superstitious
Use it to send messages to the kings of Edom, Moab, Ammon, Tyre, and Sidon. Send them through the envoys who have come to Jerusalem to King Zedekiah of Judah.
So do not listen to your prophets or to those who claim to predict the future by divination, by dreams, by consulting the dead, or by practicing magic. They keep telling you, 'You do not need to be subject to the king of Babylon.'
Moabites » Described as » Proud and arrogant
We have heard about Moab's pride, their great arrogance, their boasting, pride, and excess. But their boastful claims are empty!
I have heard how proud the people of Moab are, I know how haughty they are. I have heard how arrogant, proud, and haughty they are, what a high opinion they have of themselves.
Moabites » Described as » Prosperous and at ease
"From its earliest days Moab has lived undisturbed. It has never been taken into exile. Its people are like wine allowed to settle undisturbed on its dregs, never poured out from one jar to another. They are like wine which tastes like it always did, whose aroma has remained unchanged.
Moabites » Described as » Mighty men of war
Moabites » Described as » Rich and confident
"Moab, you trust in the things you do and in your riches. So you too will be conquered. Your god Chemosh will go into exile along with his priests and his officials.
Moabites » Described as » Idolatrous
Furthermore, on the hill east of Jerusalem Solomon built a high place for the detestable Moabite god Chemosh and for the detestable Ammonite god Milcom.
Moon » Described as » Fair
"Who is this who appears like the dawn? Beautiful as the moon, bright as the sun, awe-inspiring as the stars in procession?"
Moon » Described as » Bright
if I looked at the sun when it was shining, and the moon advancing as a precious thing,
New Birth » Described as » A new creation
So then, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; what is old has passed away -- look, what is new has come!
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For neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything; the only thing that matters is a new creation!
For we are his workmanship, having been created in Christ Jesus for good works that God prepared beforehand so we may do them.
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New Birth » Described as » Circumcision of the heart
In him you also were circumcised -- not, however, with a circumcision performed by human hands, but by the removal of the fleshly body, that is, through the circumcision done by Christ.
The Lord your God will also cleanse your heart and the hearts of your descendants so that you may love him with all your mind and being and so that you may live.
but someone is a Jew who is one inwardly, and circumcision is of the heart by the Spirit and not by the written code. This person's praise is not from people but from God.
New Birth » Described as » A spiritual resurrection
And although you were dead in your transgressions and sins,
even though we were dead in transgressions, made us alive together with Christ -- by grace you are saved! --
Therefore we have been buried with him through baptism into death, in order that just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too may live a new life. For if we have become united with him in the likeness of his death, we will certainly also be united in the likeness of his resurrection. We know that our old man was crucified with him so that the body of sin would no longer dominate us, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.
New Birth » Described as » The inward man
Therefore we do not despair, but even if our physical body is wearing away, our inner person is being renewed day by day.
For I delight in the law of God in my inner being.
New Birth » Described as » A new spirit
I will give them one heart and I will put a new spirit within them; I will remove the hearts of stone from their bodies and I will give them tender hearts,
But now we have been released from the law, because we have died to what controlled us, so that we may serve in the new life of the Spirit and not under the old written code.
New Birth » Described as » Putting on the new man
and to put on the new man who has been created in God's image -- in righteousness and holiness that comes from truth.
Verse Concepts
New Birth » Described as » A new heart
I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you. I will remove the heart of stone from your body and give you a heart of flesh.
New Birth » Described as » Partaking of the divine nature
Through these things he has bestowed on us his precious and most magnificent promises, so that by means of what was promised you may become partakers of the divine nature, after escaping the worldly corruption that is produced by evil desire.
New Birth » Described as » Newness of life
Therefore we have been buried with him through baptism into death, in order that just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too may live a new life.
New Birth » Described as » The washing of regeneration
he saved us not by works of righteousness that we have done but on the basis of his mercy, through the washing of the new birth and the renewing of the Holy Spirit,
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Nineveh » Described as » Great
"Go immediately to Nineveh, that large capital city, and announce judgment against its people because their wickedness has come to my attention."
"Go immediately to Nineveh, that large city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you."
Nineveh » Described as » Full of joy and carelessness
This is how the once-proud city will end up -- the city that was so secure. She thought to herself, "I am unique! No one can compare to me!" What a heap of ruins she has become, a place where wild animals live! Everyone who passes by her taunts her and shakes his fist.
Nineveh » Described as » Idolatrous
The Lord has issued a decree against you: "Your dynasty will come to an end. I will destroy the idols and images in the temples of your gods. I will desecrate your grave -- because you are accursed!"
Nineveh » Described as » Commercial
Increase your merchants more than the stars of heaven! They are like the young locust which sheds its skin and flies away.
Nineveh » Described as » Populous
Should I not be even more concerned about Nineveh, this enormous city? There are more than one hundred twenty thousand people in it who do not know right from wrong, as well as many animals!"
Nineveh » Described as » Strong
All your fortifications will be like fig trees with first-ripe fruit: If they are shaken, their figs will fall into the mouth of the eater!
Nineveh » Described as » Vile
The Lord has issued a decree against you: "Your dynasty will come to an end. I will destroy the idols and images in the temples of your gods. I will desecrate your grave -- because you are accursed!"
Nineveh » Described as » Full of lies and robbery
Woe to the city guilty of bloodshed! She is full of lies; she is filled with plunder; she has hoarded her spoil!
Nineveh » Described as » Full of witchcraft
"Because you have acted like a wanton prostitute -- a seductive mistress who practices sorcery, who enslaves nations by her harlotry, and entices peoples by her sorcery --
Nineveh » Described as » Extensive
So Jonah went immediately to Nineveh, as the Lord had said. (Now Nineveh was an enormous city -- it required three days to walk through it!)
Nineveh » Described as » Wicked
"Go immediately to Nineveh, that large capital city, and announce judgment against its people because their wickedness has come to my attention."
Nineveh » Described as » Rich
Her conquerors cry out: "Plunder the silver! Plunder the gold!" There is no end to the treasure; riches of every kind of precious thing.
Oak Trees » Described as » Thick spreading
Then Absalom happened to come across David's men. Now as Absalom was riding on his mule, it went under the branches of a large oak tree. His head got caught in the oak and he was suspended in midair, while the mule he had been riding kept going.
Then you will know that I am the Lord -- when their dead lie among their idols around their altars, on every high hill and all the mountaintops, under every green tree and every leafy oak, the places where they have offered fragrant incense to all their idols.
Oak Trees » Described as » Casting its leaves in winter
Even if only a tenth of the people remain in the land, it will again be destroyed, like one of the large sacred trees or an Asherah pole, when a sacred pillar on a high place is thrown down. That sacred pillar symbolizes the special chosen family."
Oak Trees » Described as » Strong
For Israel's sake I destroyed the Amorites. They were as tall as cedars and as strong as oaks, but I destroyed the fruit on their branches and their roots in the ground.
Oil » Described as » Healing
From the soles of your feet to your head, there is no spot that is unharmed. There are only bruises, cuts, and open wounds. They have not been cleansed or bandaged, nor have they been treated with olive oil.
He went up to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring oil and wine on them. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
Oil » Described as » Smooth
For the lips of the adulterous woman drip honey, and her seductive words are smoother than olive oil,
Oil » Described as » Penetrating
He made cursing a way of life, so curses poured into his stomach like water and seeped into his bones like oil.
Oil » Described as » Soft
His words are as smooth as butter, but he harbors animosity in his heart. His words seem softer than oil, but they are really like sharp swords.
Olive Trees » Described as » Bearing goodly fruit
I, the Lord, once called you a thriving olive tree, one that produced beautiful fruit. But I will set you on fire, fire that will blaze with a mighty roar. Then all your branches will be good for nothing.
Can a fig tree produce olives, my brothers and sisters, or a vine produce figs? Neither can a salt water spring produce fresh water.
Olive Trees » Described as » Fair and beautiful
His young shoots will grow; his splendor will be like an olive tree, his fragrance like a cedar of Lebanon.
I, the Lord, once called you a thriving olive tree, one that produced beautiful fruit. But I will set you on fire, fire that will blaze with a mighty roar. Then all your branches will be good for nothing.
Olive Trees » Described as » Fat and unctuous
Now if some of the branches were broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, were grafted in among them and participated in the richness of the olive root,
But the olive tree said to them, 'I am not going to stop producing my oil, which is used to honor gods and men, just to sway above the other trees!'
Olive Trees » Described as » Green
I, the Lord, once called you a thriving olive tree, one that produced beautiful fruit. But I will set you on fire, fire that will blaze with a mighty roar. Then all your branches will be good for nothing.
Ostriches » Described as » Cruel to her young
She is harsh with her young, as if they were not hers; she is unconcerned about the uselessness of her labor.
Ostriches » Described as » Void of wisdom
Ostriches » Described as » Imprudent
Ostriches » Described as » Rapid in movement
Owls » Described as » Careful of its young
Owls will make nests and lay eggs there; they will hatch them and protect them. Yes, hawks will gather there, each with its mate.
Owls » Described as » Solitary in disposition
Owls » Described as » Mournful in voice
For this reason I will mourn and wail; I will walk around barefoot and without my outer garments. I will howl like a wild dog, and screech like an owl.
Oxen » Described as » Beautiful
Ephraim was a well-trained heifer who loved to thresh grain; I myself put a fine yokeon her neck. I will harness Ephraim. Let Judah plow! Let Jacob break up the unplowed ground for himself!
Egypt is like a beautiful young cow. But northern armies will attack her like swarms of stinging flies.
Oxen » Described as » Strong
Where there are no oxen, the feeding trough is clean, but an abundant harvest is produced by strong oxen.
Our cattle will be weighted down with produce. No one will break through our walls, no one will be taken captive, and there will be no terrified cries in our city squares.
Oxen » Described as » Not without sagacity
An ox recognizes its owner, a donkey recognizes where its owner puts its food; but Israel does not recognize me, my people do not understand."
Palaces » Described as » Polished
Then our sons will be like plants, that quickly grow to full size. Our daughters will be like corner pillars, carved like those in a palace.
Palaces » Described as » Pleasant
Wild dogs will yip in her ruined fortresses, jackals will yelp in the once-splendid palaces. Her time is almost up, her days will not be prolonged.
Palaces » Described as » High
He made his sanctuary as enduring as the heavens above; as secure as the earth, which he established permanently.
Palm trees » Described as » Tall
The Lover to His Beloved: Your stature is like a palm tree, and your breasts are like clusters of grapes.
Palm trees » Described as » Upright
Such idols are like scarecrows in a cucumber field. They cannot talk. They must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not be afraid of them because they cannot hurt you. And they do not have any power to help you."
Palm trees » Described as » Fruitful to a great age
They bear fruit even when they are old; they are filled with vitality and have many leaves.
Palm trees » Described as » Flourishing
The godly grow like a palm tree; they grow high like a cedar in Lebanon.
Power » Of God » Described as » Incomparable
O Lord, sovereign God! Who is strong like you, O Lord? Your faithfulness surrounds you.
Do you have an arm as powerful as God's, and can you thunder with a voice like his?
"O, Lord God, you have begun to show me your greatness and strength. (What god in heaven or earth can rival your works and mighty deeds?)
Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like you? -- majestic in holiness, fearful in praises, working wonders? You stretched out your right hand, the earth swallowed them.
Power » Of God » Described as » Glorious
Your right hand, O Lord, was majestic in power, your right hand, O Lord, shattered the enemy.
the one who made his majestic power available to Moses, who divided the water before them, gaining for himself a lasting reputation,
Power » Of God » Described as » Effectual
From this day forward I am he; no one can deliver from my power; I will act, and who can prevent it?"
I became a servant of this gospel according to the gift of God's grace that was given to me by the exercise of his power.
Power » Of God » Described as » Incomprehensible
God has made everything fit beautifully in its appropriate time, but he has also placed ignorance in the human heart so that people cannot discover what God has ordained, from the beginning to the end of their lives.
Indeed, these are but the outer fringes of his ways! How faint is the whisper we hear of him! But who can understand the thunder of his power?"
Power » Of God » Described as » Irresistable
All the inhabitants of the earth are regarded as nothing. He does as he wishes with the army of heaven and with those who inhabit the earth. No one slaps his hand and says to him, 'What have you done?'
"See now that I, indeed I, am he!" says the Lord, "and there is no other god besides me. I kill and give life, I smash and I heal, and none can resist my power.
Power » Of God » Described as » Everlasting
Trust in the Lord from this time forward, even in Yah, the Lord, an enduring protector!
For since the creation of the world his invisible attributes -- his eternal power and divine nature -- have been clearly seen, because they are understood through what has been made. So people are without excuse.
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From The BeginningLike People By NatureFound GuiltyGod Showed His PowerNature Of GodCreation Causing WorshipScienceAtheism, Description OfGeneral RevelationDivineDivinityCreationGodheadInformation AgeBeauty Of NatureKnowing GodThe Beauty Of NatureMoralityDenying God And His PowerThe Complexity Of Nature
Power » Of God » Described as » Mighty
Your arm is powerful, your hand strong, your right hand victorious.
He is wise in heart and mighty in strength -- who has resisted him and remained safe?
Power » Of God » Described as » Great
He marches out in the whirlwind and the raging storm; dark storm clouds billow like dust under his feet.
Listen to the painful cries of the prisoners! Use your great strength to set free those condemned to die!
Power » Of God » Described as » Strong
Your arm is powerful, your hand strong, your right hand victorious.
with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, for his loyal love endures,
Power » Of God » Described as » Unsearchable
He does great and unsearchable things, marvelous things without number;
Power » Of God » Described as » Sovereign
Has the potter no right to make from the same lump of clay one vessel for special use and another for ordinary use?
The power of Christ » Described as » Supreme
who went into heaven and is at the right hand of God with angels and authorities and powers subject to him.
This power he exercised in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms far above every rule and authority and power and dominion and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come.
The power of Christ » Described as » Over all things
And God put all things under Christ's feet, and he gave him to the church as head over all things.
The Father loves the Son and has placed all things under his authority.
The power of Christ » Described as » Glorious
They will undergo the penalty of eternal destruction, away from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his strength,
The power of Christ » Described as » Everlasting
He alone possesses immortality and lives in unapproachable light, whom no human has ever seen or is able to see. To him be honor and eternal power! Amen.
The power of Christ » Described as » Unlimited
Then Jesus came up and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.
The power of Christ » Described as » Over all flesh
just as you have given him authority over all humanity, so that he may give eternal life to everyone you have given him.
God, Power of » Described as » Irresistible
All the inhabitants of the earth are regarded as nothing. He does as he wishes with the army of heaven and with those who inhabit the earth. No one slaps his hand and says to him, 'What have you done?'
"See now that I, indeed I, am he!" says the Lord, "and there is no other god besides me. I kill and give life, I smash and I heal, and none can resist my power.
God, Power of » Described as » Incomprehensible
God has made everything fit beautifully in its appropriate time, but he has also placed ignorance in the human heart so that people cannot discover what God has ordained, from the beginning to the end of their lives.
Indeed, these are but the outer fringes of his ways! How faint is the whisper we hear of him! But who can understand the thunder of his power?"
God, Power of » Described as » Effectual
From this day forward I am he; no one can deliver from my power; I will act, and who can prevent it?"
I became a servant of this gospel according to the gift of God's grace that was given to me by the exercise of his power.
God, Power of » Described as » Glorious
Your right hand, O Lord, was majestic in power, your right hand, O Lord, shattered the enemy.
the one who made his majestic power available to Moses, who divided the water before them, gaining for himself a lasting reputation,
God, Power of » Described as » Strong
Your arm is powerful, your hand strong, your right hand victorious.
with a strong hand and an outstretched arm, for his loyal love endures,
God, Power of » Described as » Everlasting
Trust in the Lord from this time forward, even in Yah, the Lord, an enduring protector!
For since the creation of the world his invisible attributes -- his eternal power and divine nature -- have been clearly seen, because they are understood through what has been made. So people are without excuse.
Verse Concepts
Glory, Revelation OfCreation Showing God's NatureExcusesCommunicationeternity, nature ofThe Witness Of CreationGod, InvisibleGod, Power OfGod, The CreatorGod, The EternalKnowing God, Nature OfKnowledge, Of GodResponsibility, To GodStrength, DivineUnderstandingThe Call Of GodPower Of God, DescribedGod's Glory In NatureAnimismInvisible Things
From The BeginningLike People By NatureFound GuiltyGod Showed His PowerNature Of GodCreation Causing WorshipScienceAtheism, Description OfGeneral RevelationDivineDivinityCreationGodheadInformation AgeBeauty Of NatureKnowing GodThe Beauty Of NatureMoralityDenying God And His PowerThe Complexity Of Nature
God, Power of » Described as » Great
He marches out in the whirlwind and the raging storm; dark storm clouds billow like dust under his feet.
Listen to the painful cries of the prisoners! Use your great strength to set free those condemned to die!
God, Power of » Described as » Mighty
Your arm is powerful, your hand strong, your right hand victorious.
He is wise in heart and mighty in strength -- who has resisted him and remained safe?
God, Power of » Described as » Unsearchable
He does great and unsearchable things, marvelous things without number;
God, Power of » Described as » Incomparable
Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like you? -- majestic in holiness, fearful in praises, working wonders? You stretched out your right hand, the earth swallowed them.
God, Power of » Described as » Sovereign
Has the potter no right to make from the same lump of clay one vessel for special use and another for ordinary use?
Prayer » Described as » Calling upon the name of the lord
Then he moved from there to the hill country east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. There he built an altar to the Lord and worshiped the Lord.
And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized, and have your sins washed away, calling on his name.'
Prayer » Described as » Drawing near to God
let us draw near with a sincere heart in the assurance that faith brings, because we have had our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed in pure water.
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But as for me, God's presence is all I need. I have made the sovereign Lord my shelter, as I declare all the things you have done.
Prayer » Described as » Making supplication
Perhaps then they will ask the Lord for mercy and will all stop doing the evil things they have been doing. For the Lord has threatened to bring great anger and wrath against these people."
Prayer » Described as » Crying unto God
This oppressed man cried out and the Lord heard; he saved him from all his troubles.
Prayer » Described as » Crying to heaven
King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz prayed about this and cried out to heaven.
Prayer » Described as » Lifting up the heart
Prayer » Described as » Bowing the knees
For this reason I kneel before the Father,
Prayer » Described as » Pouring out the soul
But Hannah replied, "That's not the way it is, my lord! I am under a great deal of stress. I have drunk neither wine nor beer. Rather, I have poured out my soul to the Lord.
Prayer » Described as » Beseeching the lord
But Moses sought the favor of the Lord his God and said, "O Lord, why does your anger burn against your people, whom you have brought out from the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand?
Prayer » Described as » Seeking the face of the lord
My heart tells me to pray to you, and I do pray to you, O Lord.
Prayer » Described as » Pouring out the heart
Trust in him at all times, you people! Pour out your hearts before him! God is our shelter! (Selah)
Prayer » Described as » Lifting up the soul
Prayer » Described as » Looking up
Lord, in the morning you will hear me; in the morning I will present my case to you and then wait expectantly for an answer.
Prayer » Described as » Seeking unto God
False prophets » Described as » Immoral and profane
But I see the prophets of Jerusalem doing something just as shocking. They are unfaithful to me and continually prophesy lies. So they give encouragement to people who are doing evil, with the result that they do not stop their evildoing. I consider all of them as bad as the people of Sodom, and the citizens of Jerusalem as bad as the people of Gomorrah.
Moreover, the Lord says, "Both the prophets and priests are godless. I have even found them doing evil in my temple!
False prophets » Described as » Light and treacherous
Her prophets are proud; they are deceitful men. Her priests defile what is holy; they break God's laws.
False prophets » Described as » Crafty
"Watch out for false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are voracious wolves.
False prophets » Described as » Drunken
Even these men stagger because of wine, they stumble around because of beer -- priests and prophets stagger because of beer, they are confused because of wine, they stumble around because of beer; they stagger while seeing prophetic visions, they totter while making legal decisions.
False prophets » Described as » Covetous
Her leaders take bribes when they decide legal cases, her priests proclaim rulings for profit, and her prophets read omens for pay. Yet they claim to trust the Lord and say, "The Lord is among us. Disaster will not overtake us!"
Ravens » Described as » Black
Ravens » Described as » Carnivorous
The eye that mocks at a father and despises obeying a mother -- the ravens of the valley will peck it out and the young vultures will eat it.
Ravens » Described as » Solitary in disposition
Owls and wild animals will live there, all kinds of wild birds will settle in it. The Lord will stretch out over her the measuring line of ruin and the plumb line of destruction.
Ravens » Described as » Improvident
Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn, yet God feeds them. How much more valuable are you than the birds!
Redemption » Described as » Eternal
and he entered once for all into the most holy place not by the blood of goats and calves but by his own blood, and so he himself secured eternal redemption.
Redemption » Described as » Plenteous
O Israel, hope in the Lord, for the Lord exhibits loyal love, and is more than willing to deliver.
Redemption » Described as » Precious
(the ransom price for a human life is too high, and people go to their final destiny),
the Reward of saints » Described as » Reigning with Christ
Then I saw thrones and seated on them were those who had been given authority to judge. I also saw the souls of those who had been beheaded because of the testimony about Jesus and because of the word of God. These had not worshiped the beast or his image and had refused to receive his mark on their forehead or hand. They came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years.
You have appointed them as a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the earth."
I will grant the one who conquers permission to sit with me on my throne, just as I too conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.
If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we deny him, he will also deny us.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Being with Christ
If anyone wants to serve me, he must follow me, and where I am, my servant will be too. If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.
And if I go and make ready a place for you, I will come again and take you to be with me, so that where I am you may be too.
I feel torn between the two, because I have a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far,
Then we who are alive, who are left, will be suddenly caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will always be with the Lord.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Sitting in judgment with Christ
until the Ancient of Days arrived and judgment was rendered in favor of the holy ones of the Most High. Then the time came for the holy ones to take possession of the kingdom.
Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth: In the age when all things are renewed, when the Son of Man sits on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and you will sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Or do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if the world is to be judged by you, are you not competent to settle trivial suits?
the Reward of saints » Described as » Beholding the face of God
As for me, because I am innocent I will see your face; when I awake you will reveal yourself to me.
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
and they will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Inheritance with saints in light
to open their eyes so that they turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a share among those who are sanctified by faith in me.'
And now I entrust you to God and to the message of his grace. This message is able to build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.
giving thanks to the Father who has qualified you to share in the saints' inheritance in the light.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Everlasting life
For this is the will of my Father -- for everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him to have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day."
just as you have given him authority over all humanity, so that he may give eternal life to everyone you have given him. Now this is eternal life -- that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you sent.
who will not receive many times more in this age -- and in the age to come, eternal life."
the Reward of saints » Described as » Rest
Then I heard a voice from heaven say, "Write this: 'Blessed are the dead, those who die in the Lord from this moment on!'" "Yes," says the Spirit, "so they can rest from their hard work, because their deeds will follow them."
Verse Concepts
What Heaven Will Be LikeLast ThingsLeisure, Nature And Purpose OfUniversality Of DeathHeaven, Redeemed CommunityPeace, Believers Experience OfRest, EternalRest, PhysicalSabbath, In OtSleep, And DeathWork, And RestAfflictions, Consolation DuringDeath Of The SaintsDeath Of The Saints, Results InCoping With DeathAssenting
Consequently a Sabbath rest remains for the people of God.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Entering into the joy of the lord
keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. For the joy set out for him he endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
His master answered, 'Well done, good and faithful slave! You have been faithful in a few things. I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master.'
the Reward of saints » Described as » A crown of life
Do not be afraid of the things you are about to suffer. The devil is about to have some of you thrown into prison so you may be tested, and you will experience suffering for ten days. Remain faithful even to the point of death, and I will give you the crown that is life itself.
Verse Concepts
Days, Description OfFaithfulness, To GodFaithfulness, Examples OfFaith, Testing Ofevil, origins ofdefence, divineAthleticsCommitment, to GodHumiliationImprisonmentsInjustice, Nature And Source OfMartyrdom, Qualities OfMillenniumMonotonyPersecution, Attitudes ToPersecution, Nature OfPrizesRescueReward, For God's PeopleSatan, As TempterSatan, As The Enemy Of GodSelf Discipline
Spiritual Warfare, Causes OfSpiritual Warfare, Enemies InSuffering, Of BelieversBeneficial Afflictions For FaithAfflictions, Consolation DuringDeath Of The Saints, Results InMartyrdom Of The SaintsAfflictions, Benefits OfFear, Of PersecutionSatan, Work OfPersecution PredictedTen Or More DaysCrowns For God's PeopleBemaTribulation MartydomSpiritual crownsCasting Out FearPersecutionLuciferEnd Of DaysWorrying About The Futurejail
Happy is the one who endures testing, because when he has proven to be genuine, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him.
Verse Concepts
BattlesBlessedCrowns Of ChristiansFate Of The GodlyFaith, Testing OfAssurance, basis ofCommendationeternal life, experience ofdiscipline, divineCharacterAthleticsLove, Nature OfPerseverancePrizesGod's PromisesPunishment, By GodSatan, Resistance ToSelf DisciplineTemptation, ResistingTestingTrialsTrust, Importance OfAfflictions, Consolation DuringLove For GodSuffering, Hardship
Endurance In DiscouragementCrowns For God's PeopleEnduringPeople Commended By GodBemaPromise Of HeavenUniversalismTemptationEnduranceLife StrugglesOvercoming Hard TimesHardshipPatience In Hard TimesResisting TemptationTestsOvercoming AdversityPersistenceHard Work And Perseveranceperserverancepatientsperseveringcrownsexamstrailspressure
the Reward of saints » Described as » Treasure in heaven
Jesus said to him, "If you wish to be perfect, go sell your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me."
Verse Concepts
Giving, Of PossessionsFollowing Jesus ChristCommitment, to Jesus Christethics, socialChristlikenessGenerosity, Humandiscipleship, nature ofChallengesBeggarsAlms, Good DeedsHeaven, Inheritance OfInvitationsPoverty, Attitudes TowardsPoverty, Remedies ForReligionRestitutionReward, For God's PeopleRich, TheSelf Denial
Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide yourselves purses that do not wear out -- a treasure in heaven that never decreases, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A kingdom
Then the king will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.
Thus I grant to you a kingdom, just as my Father granted to me,
the Reward of saints » Described as » An eternal weight of glory
For our momentary, light suffering is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison
the Reward of saints » Described as » An incorruptible crown
Each competitor must exercise self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A house eternal in the heavens
For we know that if our earthly house, the tent we live in, is dismantled, we have a building from God, a house not built by human hands, that is eternal in the heavens.
the Reward of saints » Described as » The prize of the high calling of God in Christ
with this goal in mind, I strive toward the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Reigning for ever and ever
Night will be no more, and they will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, because the Lord God will shine on them, and they will reign forever and ever.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Inheritance of all things
The one who conquers will inherit these things, and I will be his God and he will be my son.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Being glorified with Christ
And if children, then heirs (namely, heirs of God and also fellow heirs with Christ) -- if indeed we suffer with him so we may also be glorified with him. For I consider that our present sufferings cannot even be compared to the glory that will be revealed to us.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A city which had foundation
For he was looking forward to the city with firm foundations, whose architect and builder is God.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A crown of righteousness
Finally the crown of righteousness is reserved for me. The Lord, the righteous Judge, will award it to me in that day -- and not to me only, but also to all who have set their affection on his appearing.
Verse Concepts
Day of the LORDGod, As JudgeCrowns Of ChristiansAmbition, positive aspects ofenemies, of believersGod, Righteousness OfThe Christian RaceHeavenly RewardsHope, As ConfidenceJustice, In Believers' LivesLast JudgmentPrizesSalvation, Nature OfSelf DisciplineServants, Working Conditions OfStoringThirstDeath Of The Saints, Results In
the Reward of saints » Described as » An enduring substance
For in fact you shared the sufferings of those in prison, and you accepted the confiscation of your belongings with joy, because you knew that you certainly had a better and lasting possession.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A kingdom immovable
So since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us give thanks, and through this let us offer worship pleasing to God in devotion and awe.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Inheritance eternal
And so he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the eternal inheritance he has promised, since he died to set them free from the violations committed under the first covenant.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Everlasting light
The sun will no longer supply light for you by day, nor will the moon's brightness shine on you; the Lord will be your permanent source of light -- the splendor of your God will shine upon you.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Inheritance incorruptible, &c
that is, into an inheritance imperishable, undefiled, and unfading. It is reserved in heaven for you,
the Reward of saints » Described as » Joint heirship with Christ
And if children, then heirs (namely, heirs of God and also fellow heirs with Christ) -- if indeed we suffer with him so we may also be glorified with him.
Verse Concepts
God, Glory OfGod, Fatherhood OfAdoption, Results OfAdoption, descriptions ofFellowship With ChristFellowship, In The GospelMillennial KingdomChristiansBirthrightsGod, Suffering OfHeaven, Inheritance OfHeirsReceiving An InheritanceInheritance, SpiritualLand, Spiritual Aspects OfMillenniumParticipation, In ChristReinstatementResurrection, Of Believers
Salvation, Nature OfSuffering, Of BelieversNames And Titles For The ChristianChristians, Names OfGod's Glory RevealedGlorified SaintsSuffering For Christ's SakeSufferings RewardedGlorificationParticipate In Christ GloryGlory of ChristInheritanceSufferingChild Of GodAdoption Entitles To An InheritanceprovidingChristians Are Called ChildrenChristians Are Called Heirs
the Reward of saints » Described as » Shining as the stars
But the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavenly expanse. And those bringing many to righteousness will be like the stars forever and ever.
the Reward of saints » Described as » A crown of glory
Then when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that never fades away.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Fulness of joy
You lead me in the path of life; I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Beholding the glory of Christ
"Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, so that they can see my glory that you gave me because you loved me before the creation of the world.
Riches » Described as » Unsatisfying
A man who is all alone with no companion, he has no children nor siblings; yet there is no end to all his toil, and he is never satisfied with riches. He laments, "For whom am I toiling and depriving myself of pleasure?" This also is futile and a burdensome task!
The one who loves money will never be satisfied with money, he who loves wealth will never be satisfied with his income. This also is futile.
Riches » Described as » Fleeting
When you gaze upon riches, they are gone, for they surely make wings for themselves, and fly off into the sky like an eagle!
saying, "Woe, woe, O great city -- dressed in fine linen, purple and scarlet clothing, and adorned with gold, precious stones, and pearls -- because in a single hour such great wealth has been destroyed!" And every ship's captain, and all who sail along the coast -- seamen, and all who make their living from the sea, stood a long way off
Riches » Described as » Corruptible
You know that from your empty way of life inherited from your ancestors you were ransomed -- not by perishable things like silver or gold,
Your riches have rotted and your clothing has become moth-eaten.
Riches » Described as » Perishable
So my heart moans for Moab like a flute playing a funeral song. Yes, like a flute playing a funeral song, my heart moans for the people of Kir Heres. For the wealth they have gained will perish.
Riches » Described as » Temporary
for riches do not last forever, nor does a crown last from generation to generation.
Riches » Described as » Uncertain
Command those who are rich in this world's goods not to be haughty or to set their hope on riches, which are uncertain, but on God who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment.
Verse Concepts
Giving, Of OneselfAffluenceFalse ConfidenceCommitment, to the worldGenerosity, God'sGuardiansHappinessFalse HopesHope, In GodHope, Nature OfInsecurityPerils Of LuxuryMoney, Attitudes ToOptimismPeace, Divine In NtPleasurePresent, TheRich, TheRiches, Believers AttitudesRiches, Dangers OfRiches, Nature Of
Riches » Described as » Deceitful
The seed sown among thorns is the person who hears the word, but worldly cares and the seductiveness of wealth choke the word, so it produces nothing.
Riches » Described as » Liable to be stolen
"Do not accumulate for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal.
Riches » Described as » Thick clay
"But all these nations will someday taunt him and ridicule him with proverbial sayings: 'The one who accumulates what does not belong to him is as good as dead (How long will this go on?) -- he who gets rich by extortion!'
Righteousness imputed » Described as » The righteousness of faith
For the promise to Abraham or to his descendants that he would inherit the world was not fulfilled through the law, but through the righteousness that comes by faith.
What shall we say then? -- that the Gentiles who did not pursue righteousness obtained it, that is, a righteousness that is by faith,
But the righteousness that is by faith says: "Do not say in your heart, 'Who will ascend into heaven?'" (that is, to bring Christ down)
Righteousness imputed » Described as » Our being made the righteousness of God, in Christ
God made the one who did not know sin to be sin for us, so that in him we would become the righteousness of God.
Verse Concepts
AtonementAccepting ChristAmbassadorsBlamelessness, Of Jesus ChristAtonement, in NTCreditGospel, Historical Foundation OfGuilt, Removal OfImputationInnocence, Examples OfLikenessPaul, Teaching OfPerfection, DivineRestitutionSalvation, Nature OfSatisfactionScapegoatSelf Righteousness, And The GospelSin, And God's CharacterSin, God's Remedy For
Sin, Universality OfSin OfferingSinnersSubstitutionUnion With Christ, Nature OfUnion With Christ, Significance OfJesus Christ, Holiness OfJesus Christ, SinlessnessJesus Christ, Temptation OfChrist, Character OfJustification Under The GospelImputed RighteousnessChrist's PurityAnimal Sacrifices, As A Type Of ChristChrist Our RighteousnessRighteousnessRighteousness imputedReconciliation with GodSin Producing Afflictions
Righteousness imputed » Described as » Christ being made righteousness unto us
He is the reason you have a relationship with Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification and redemption,
Verse Concepts
God, As RedeemerCreditGod, Wisdom OfHoliness, Believers' Growth InImputationJustification, Results OfMind, Of ChristPaul, Teaching OfRedemption, In NtSalvation, Nature OfSanctification, Nature And BasisSelf Righteousness, And The GospelUnion With Christ, Significance OfWisdom, Source Of HumanJesus Christ, Holiness Of
Righteousness imputed » Described as » The righteousness of God by faith in Christ
namely, the righteousness of God through the faithfulness of Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction,
Righteousness imputed » Described as » The righteousness of God, without the law
But now apart from the law the righteousness of God (which is attested by the law and the prophets) has been disclosed --
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » Everlasting
Your justice endures, and your law is reliable.
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » Beyond computation
I will tell about your justice, and all day long proclaim your salvation, though I cannot fathom its full extent.
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » Enduring for ever
His work is majestic and glorious, and his faithfulness endures forever.
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » Very high
Your justice, O God, extends to the skies above; you have done great things. O God, who can compare to you?
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » Abundant
The praise you receive as far away as the ends of the earth is worthy of your reputation, O God. You execute justice!
God, Righteousness Of » Described as » The habitation of his throne
Dark clouds surround him; equity and justice are the foundation of his throne.
Rocks » Described as » Barren
I will make you a bare rock; you will be a place where fishing nets are spread. You will never be built again, for I, the Lord, have spoken, declares the sovereign Lord.
They will destroy the walls of Tyre and break down her towers. I will scrape her soil from her and make her a bare rock.
Rocks » Described as » Hard
Lord, I know you look for faithfulness. But even when you punish these people, they feel no remorse. Even when you nearly destroy them, they refuse to be corrected. They have become as hardheaded as a rock. They refuse to change their ways.
Rocks » Described as » Durable
The roe » Described as » Swift
Some of the Gadites joined David at the stronghold in the desert. They were warriors who were trained for battle; they carried shields and spears. They were as fierce as lions and could run as quickly as gazelles across the hills.
The roe » Described as » Cheerful
a loving doe, a graceful deer; may her breasts satisfy you at all times, may you be captivated by her love always.
The roe » Described as » Wild
The three sons of Zeruiah were there -- Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. (Now Asahel was as quick on his feet as one of the gazelles in the field.)
Salvation » Described as » Eternal
And by being perfected in this way, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him,
Look up at the sky! Look at the earth below! For the sky will dissipate like smoke, and the earth will wear out like clothes; its residents will die like gnats. But the deliverance I give is permanent; the vindication I provide will not disappear.
Israel will be delivered once and for all by the Lord; you will never again be ashamed or humiliated.
Salvation » Described as » Glorious
So I endure all things for the sake of those chosen by God, that they too may obtain salvation in Christ Jesus and its eternal glory.
Salvation » Described as » To the uttermost
So he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.
Salvation » Described as » From generation to generation
For a moth will eat away at them like clothes; a clothes moth will devour them like wool. But the vindication I provide will be permanent; the deliverance I give will last."
Salvation » Described as » Great
how will we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was first communicated through the Lord and was confirmed to us by those who heard him,
Salvation » Described as » Common
Dear friends, although I have been eager to write to you about our common salvation, I now feel compelled instead to write to encourage you to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all entrusted to the saints.
The scriptures » Described as » Pure
Every word of God is purified; he is like a shield for those who take refuge in him.
The Lord's words are absolutely reliable. They are as untainted as silver purified in a furnace on the ground, where it is thoroughly refined.
Your word is absolutely pure, and your servant loves it!
The scriptures » Described as » TRUE
Set them apart in the truth; your word is truth.
Your instructions are totally reliable; all your just regulations endure.
The scriptures » Described as » Quick and powerful
For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing even to the point of dividing soul from spirit, and joints from marrow; it is able to judge the desires and thoughts of the heart.
The scriptures » Described as » Precious
They are of greater value than gold, than even a great amount of pure gold; they bring greater delight than honey, than even the sweetest honey from a honeycomb.
The scriptures » Described as » Perfect
The law of the Lord is perfect and preserves one's life. The rules set down by the Lord are reliable and impart wisdom to the inexperienced.
Verse Concepts
Sheep » Described as » Remarkably prolific
Our storehouses will be full, providing all kinds of food. Our sheep will multiply by the thousands and fill our pastures.
Yet he protected the needy from oppression, and cared for his families like a flock of sheep.
Your teeth are like a flock of newly-shorn sheep coming up from the washing place; each of them has a twin, and not one of them is missing.
"This is what the sovereign Lord says: I will allow the house of Israel to ask me to do this for them: I will multiply their people like sheep.
Sheep » Described as » Agile
Sheep » Described as » Innocent
When he saw the angel who was destroying the people, David said to the Lord, "Look, it is I who have sinned and done this evil thing! As for these sheep -- what have they done? Attack me and my family."
Sheep » Described as » Sagacious
When he has brought all his own sheep out, he goes ahead of them, and the sheep follow him because they recognize his voice. They will never follow a stranger, but will run away from him, because they do not recognize the stranger's voice."
Sheep » Described as » Being covered with a fleece
Ships » Described as » Gallant
Instead the Lord will rule there as our mighty king. Rivers and wide streams will flow through it; no war galley will enter; no large ships will sail through.
Ships » Described as » Strong
Ships » Described as » Large
Look at ships too: Though they are so large and driven by harsh winds, they are steered by a tiny rudder wherever the pilot's inclination directs.
Ships » Described as » Swift
They glide by like reed boats, like an eagle that swoops down on its prey.
Sieges » Described as » Encamping against
So now assemble the rest of the army and besiege the city and capture it. Otherwise I will capture the city and it will be named for me."
After these faithful deeds were accomplished, King Sennacherib of Assyria invaded Judah. He besieged the fortified cities, intending to seize them.
Sieges » Described as » Compassing about with armies
So he sent horses and chariots there, along with a good-sized army. They arrived during the night and surrounded the city.
"But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation has come near.
Sieges » Described as » Being against round about
I will send people to winnow Babylonia like a wind blowing away chaff. They will winnow her and strip her land bare. This will happen when they come against her from every direction, when it is time to destroy her.
Sieges » Described as » Setting in array against
For I will rouse into action and bring against Babylon a host of mighty nations from the land of the north. They will set up their battle lines against her. They will come from the north and capture her. Their arrows will be like a skilled soldier who does not return from the battle empty-handed.
Sieges » Described as » Pitching against
So King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon came against Jerusalem with his whole army and set up camp outside it. They built siege ramps all around it. He arrived on the tenth day of the tenth month in the ninth year of Zedekiah's reign.
Silver » Described as » Fusible
As silver, bronze, iron, lead, and tin are gathered in a furnace so that the fire can melt them, so I will gather you in my anger and in my rage. I will deposit you there and melt you.
As silver is melted in a furnace, so you will be melted in it, and you will know that I, the Lord, have poured out my anger on you.'"
Silver » Described as » White and shining
When you lie down among the sheepfolds, the wings of the dove are covered with silver and with glittering gold. When the sovereign judge scatters kings, let it snow on Zalmon!
Silver » Described as » Malleable
Hammered-out silver is brought from Tarshish and gold is brought from Uphaz to cover those idols. They are the handiwork of carpenters and goldsmiths. They are clothed in blue and purple clothes. They are all made by skillful workers.
Sin » Described as » The abominable thing that God hates
"Because of this, the Lord God of Israel who rules over all says, 'I am determined to bring disaster on you, even to the point of destroying all the Judeans here.
The Lord abhors the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.
I sent my servants the prophets to you people over and over again warning you not to do this disgusting thing I hate.
Sin » Described as » Rebellion against God
Remember -- don't ever forget -- how you provoked the Lord your God in the desert; from the time you left the land of Egypt until you came to this place you were constantly rebelling against him.
Any man who rebels against what you say and does not obey all your commands will be executed. But be strong and brave!"
Sin » Described as » Often very great
He took the calf they had made and burned it in the fire, ground it to powder, poured it out on the water, and made the Israelites drink it.
The sin of these young men was very great in the Lord's sight, for they treated the Lord's offering with contempt.
Sin » Described as » Defiling
For your hands are stained with blood and your fingers with sin; your lips speak lies, your tongue utters malicious words.
There is a generation who are pure in their own eyes and yet are not washed from their filthiness.
Sin » Described as » Reproaching the lord
Remember how the enemy hurls insults, O Lord, and how a foolish nation blasphemes your name!
"'But the person who acts defiantly, whether native-born or a resident foreigner, insults the Lord. That person must be cut off from among his people.
Sin » Described as » Sometimes secret
You are aware of our sins; you even know about our hidden sins.
The sins of some people are obvious, going before them into judgment, but for others, they show up later.
Sin » Described as » Dead works
how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our consciences from dead works to worship the living God.
Therefore we must progress beyond the elementary instructions about Christ and move on to maturity, not laying this foundation again: repentance from dead works and faith in God,
Sin » Described as » The sting of death
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law.
Sin » Described as » Reaching unto heaven
because her sins have piled up all the way to heaven and God has remembered her crimes.
Sin » Described as » Sometimes open and manifest
The sins of some people are obvious, going before them into judgment, but for others, they show up later.
Sin » Described as » Works of darkness
Do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.
Sin » Described as » Disgraceful
Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
Sin » Described as » Coming from the heart
For out of the heart come evil ideas, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander.
Sin » Described as » Besetting
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, we must get rid of every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and run with endurance the race set out for us,
Verse Concepts
Freedom, Abuse Of ChristianAmbition, positive aspects ofAvoiding Sinevil, believers' responses toClouds, Figurative UseAttitudes, in prayerAthleticsThe Christian RaceLibertinismPatience, In Christian LivingPersecution, Attitudes ToPrizesRunningSelf DisciplineSuffering, Encouragements InConduct, ProperGames, SpiritualVictoryAbuse, Of Christian FreedomPatience Exercised
Sin » Described as » Deceitful
But exhort one another each day, as long as it is called "Today," that none of you may become hardened by sin's deception.
Sin » Described as » Like scarlet and crimson
Come, let's consider your options," says the Lord. "Though your sins have stained you like the color red, you can become white like snow; though they are as easy to see as the color scarlet, you can become white like wool.
Sin » Described as » Often presumptuous
Moreover, keep me from committing flagrant sins; do not allow such sins to control me. Then I will be blameless, and innocent of blatant rebellion.
Sin » Described as » The fruit of lust
Then when desire conceives, it gives birth to sin, and when sin is full grown, it gives birth to death.
Sin » Described as » Often manifold
Certainly I am aware of your many rebellious acts and your numerous sins. You torment the innocent, you take bribes, and you deny justice to the needy at the city gate.
Sin » Described as » Often mighty
Certainly I am aware of your many rebellious acts and your numerous sins. You torment the innocent, you take bribes, and you deny justice to the needy at the city gate.
Swine » Described as » Filthy in its habits
They are illustrations of this true proverb: "A dog returns to its own vomit," and "A sow, after washing herself, wallows in the mire."
Swine » Described as » Destructive to agriculture
Swine » Described as » Fierce and ungenerous
Do not give what is holy to dogs or throw your pearls before pigs; otherwise they will trample them under their feet and turn around and tear you to pieces.
Swords » Described as » Glittering
I will sharpen my lightning-like sword, and my hand will grasp hold of the weapon of judgment; I will execute vengeance on my foes, and repay those who hate me!
When he pulls it out and it comes out of his back, the gleaming point out of his liver, terrors come over him.
Swords » Described as » Oppressive
I will make many stumble. They will fall over one another in their hurry to flee. They will say, 'Get up! Let's go back to our own people. Let's go back to our homelands because the enemy is coming to destroy us.'
Swords » Described as » Hurtful
Swords » Described as » Sharp
I am surrounded by lions; I lie down among those who want to devour me; men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are a sharp sword.
Swords » Described as » Bright
The charioteers will charge ahead; their swords will flash and their spears will glimmer! There will be many people slain; there will be piles of the dead, and countless casualties -- so many that people will stumble over the corpses.
the Truth of God » Described as » Inviolable
in hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised before the ages began.
God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a human being, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not make it happen?
the Truth of God » Described as » Reaching to the clouds
For your loyal love extends beyond the sky, and your faithfulness reaches the clouds.
the Truth of God » Described as » Enduring to all generations
For the Lord is good. His loyal love endures, and he is faithful through all generations.
the Truth of God » Described as » Plenteous
But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and merciful God. You are patient and demonstrate great loyal love and faithfulness.
the Truth of God » Described as » Abundant
The Lord passed by before him and proclaimed: "The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, and abounding in loyal love and faithfulness,
the Truth of God » Described as » Great
For your loyal love extends beyond the sky, and your faithfulness reaches the clouds.
Unicorn » Described as » Intractable in disposition
Is the wild ox willing to be your servant? Will it spend the night at your feeding trough? Can you bind the wild ox to a furrow with its rope, will it till the valleys, following after you?
Can you count on it to bring in your grain, and gather the grain to your threshing floor?
Unicorn » Described as » Of vast strength
Union with Christ » Described as » Our being in Christ
And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us insight to know him who is true, and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. This one is the true God and eternal life.
I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago (whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows) was caught up to the third heaven.
Union with Christ » Described as » Christ being in us
God wanted to make known to them the glorious riches of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.
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that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, so that, because you have been rooted and grounded in love,
Water » Described as » Cleansing
to sanctify her by cleansing her with the washing of the water by the word,
I will sprinkle you with pure water and you will be clean from all your impurities. I will purify you from all your idols.
Water » Described as » Fluid
Who has ascended into heaven, and then descended? Who has gathered up the winds in his fists? Who has bound up the waters in his cloak? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is his name, and what is his son's name? -- if you know!
Water » Described as » Refreshing
Like cold water to a weary person, so is good news from a distant land.
Water » Described as » Reflecting images
Ointment and incense make the heart rejoice, likewise the sweetness of one's friend from sincere counsel.
Water » Described as » Unstable
You are destructive like water and will not excel, for you got on your father's bed, then you defiled it -- he got on my couch!
Water » Described as » Penetrating
He made cursing a way of life, so curses poured into his stomach like water and seeped into his bones like oil.
Water » Described as » Wearing the hardest substances
as water wears away stones, and torrents wash away the soil, so you destroy man's hope.
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Universal
he reveals deep and hidden things. He knows what is in the darkness, and light resides with him.
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Unsearchable
Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is an eternal God, the creator of the whole earth. He does not get tired or weary; there is no limit to his wisdom.
Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how fathomless his ways!
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Incomparable
Everyone should revere you, O King of all nations, because you deserve to be revered. For there is no one like you among any of the wise people of the nations nor among any of their kings.
Who is like me? Let him make his claim! Let him announce it and explain it to me -- since I established an ancient people -- let them announce future events!
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Infinite
Our Lord is great and has awesome power; there is no limit to his wisdom.
Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how fathomless his ways!
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Underived
From whom does he receive directions? Who teaches him the correct way to do things, or imparts knowledge to him, or instructs him in skillful design?
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Perfect
Do you know about the balancing of the clouds, that wondrous activity of him who is perfect in knowledge?
For in truth, my words are not false; it is one complete in knowledge who is with you.
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Beyond human comprehension
Your knowledge is beyond my comprehension; it is so far beyond me, I am unable to fathom it.
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Wonderful
Your knowledge is beyond my comprehension; it is so far beyond me, I am unable to fathom it.
God, Wisdom of » Described as » Mighty
Indeed, God is mighty; and he does not despise people, he is mighty, and firm in his intent.
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