Hebrews 12:14 Themes and Topics

Therefore, [let me warn you] beloved, knowing these things beforehand, be on your guard so that you are not carried away by the error of unprincipled men [who distort doctrine] and fall from your own steadfastness [of mind, knowledge, truth, and faith], Verse Concepts

Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life;
He hears the curse [when swearing an oath to testify], but discloses nothing [and commits perjury by omission].
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Strive to live in peace with everybody and pursue that consecration and holiness without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Exercise foresight and be on the watch to look [after one another], to see that no one falls back from and fails to secure God's grace (His unmerited favor and spiritual blessing), in order that no root of resentment (rancor, bitterness, or hatred) shoots forth and causes trouble and bitter torment, and the many become contaminated and defiled by it -- "

If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

But without faith it is impossible to [walk with God and] please Him, for whoever comes [near] to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He rewards those who [earnestly and diligently] seek Him. Verse Concepts

In fact under the Law almost everything is cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness [neither release from sin and its guilt, nor cancellation of the merited punishment]. Verse Concepts

Jesus answered, “I assure you and most solemnly say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot [ever] enter the kingdom of God.

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And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among people by which we must be saved [for God has provided the world no alternative for salvation].” Verse Concepts

And Jesus said to them, “I assure you and most solemnly say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood [unless you believe in Me as Savior and believe in the saving power of My blood which will be shed for you], you do not have life in yourselves. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

God is spirit [the Source of life, yet invisible to mankind], and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” Verse Concepts

That is why I told you that you will die [unforgiven and condemned] in your sins; for if you do not believe that I am the One [I claim to be], you will die in your sins.”

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Pursue [this] love [with eagerness, make it your goal], yet earnestly desire and cultivate the spiritual gifts [to be used by believers for the benefit of the church], but especially that you may prophesy [to foretell the future, to speak a new message from God to the people]. Verse Concepts

See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek that which is good for one another and for all people. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

So then, let us pursue [with enthusiasm] the things which make for peace and the building up of one another [things which lead to spiritual growth]. Verse Concepts

You shall pursue justice, and only justice [that which is uncompromisingly righteous], so that you may live and take possession of the land which the Lord your God is giving you. Verse Concepts

Run away from youthful lusts—pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace with those [believers] who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. Verse Concepts

Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but [imitate] what is good. The one who practices good [exhibiting godly character, moral courage and personal integrity] is of God; the one who practices [or permits or tolerates] evil has not seen God [he has no personal experience with Him and does not know Him at all]. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

[Live] as children of obedience [to God]; do not conform yourselves to the evil desires [that governed you] in your former ignorance [when you did not know the requirements of the Gospel]. But as the One Who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all your conduct and manner of living. For it is written, You shall be holy, for I am holy.

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

For be sure of this: no immoral, impure, or greedy person—for that one is [in effect] an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God [for such a person places a higher value on something other than God]. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

If the temper of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post [showing resistance], because composure and calmness prevent great offenses. Verse Concepts

But the wisdom from above is first pure [morally and spiritually undefiled], then peace-loving [courteous, considerate], gentle, reasonable [and willing to listen], full of compassion and good fruits. It is unwavering, without [self-righteous] hypocrisy [and self-serving guile]. Verse Concepts

namely, a man of unquestionable integrity, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of being immoral or rebellious. Verse Concepts

If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the nation whose God is the Lord,
The people whom He has chosen as His own inheritance. Verse Concepts

If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Verse Concepts

Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord. Verse Concepts

Salt is good and useful; but if salt has lost its saltiness (purpose), how will you make it salty? Have salt within yourselves continually, and be at peace with one another.” Verse Concepts

So then, let us pursue [with enthusiasm] the things which make for peace and the building up of one another [things which lead to spiritual growth]. Verse Concepts

“When He keeps quiet, who then can condemn?
When He hides His face [withdrawing His favor and help], who then can behold Him [and make supplication to Him],
Whether it be a nation or a man by himself?—
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Blessed (happy, fortunate, to be envied) are the people who know the joyful sound [who understand and appreciate the spiritual blessings symbolized by the feasts]; they walk, O Lord, in the light and favor of Your countenance! In Your name they rejoice all the day, and in Your righteousness they are exalted. For You are the glory of their strength [their proud adornment], and by Your favor our horn is exalted and we walk with uplifted faces! read more.
For our shield belongs to the Lord, and our king to the Holy One of Israel.