Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Affections » Should be zealously engaged for God
For zeal for Your house has consumed me,
And the [mocking] insults of those who insult You have fallen on me.
My zeal has [completely] consumed me,
Because my enemies have forgotten Your words.
Now it is always pleasant to be eagerly sought after [provided that it is] for a good purpose, and not just when I am with you [seeking you myself—but beware of the others doing it].
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Fervour » Commands concerning
Now it is always pleasant to be eagerly sought after [provided that it is] for a good purpose, and not just when I am with you [seeking you myself—but beware of the others doing it].
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So it is with you, since you are so very eager to have spiritual gifts and manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in ways that will build up the church [spiritually].
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never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord;
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Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol (the nether world, the place of the dead) where you are going.
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That is why I remind you to fan into flame the gracious gift of God, [that inner fire—the special endowment] which is in you through the laying on of my hands [with those of the elders at your ordination].
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I think it right, as long as I am in this earthly tent, to inspire you by reminding you,
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Zeal » The Call of Duty » Encouraged
Now it is always pleasant to be eagerly sought after [provided that it is] for a good purpose, and not just when I am with you [seeking you myself—but beware of the others doing it].
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So it is with you, since you are so very eager to have spiritual gifts and manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in ways that will build up the church [spiritually].
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never lagging behind in diligence; aglow in the Spirit, enthusiastically serving the Lord;
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Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol (the nether world, the place of the dead) where you are going.
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That is why I remind you to fan into flame the gracious gift of God, [that inner fire—the special endowment] which is in you through the laying on of my hands [with those of the elders at your ordination].
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I think it right, as long as I am in this earthly tent, to inspire you by reminding you,
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Zeal » Should be exhibited » In well-doing
Now it is always pleasant to be eagerly sought after [provided that it is] for a good purpose, and not just when I am with you [seeking you myself—but beware of the others doing it].
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who [willingly] gave Himself [to be crucified] on our behalf to redeem us and purchase our freedom from all wickedness, and to purify for Himself a chosen and very special people to be His own possession, who are enthusiastic for doing what is good.
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