Thematic Bible
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Afflicted saints » Should imitate Christ
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest you be weary and faint in your minds.
For you were not called to this? For Christ also suffered on our behalf, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps, He who did no sin, nor was guile found in His mouth, who when He was reviled did not revile in return. When He suffered, He did not threaten, but gave Himself up to Him who judges righteously.
Christ » Divinity » Example of
Therefore, holy brothers, called to be partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus,
And I myself, Paul, beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ; I, who indeed to look upon am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you.
Take My yoke on you and learn of Me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, and you shall find rest to your souls.
Then Jesus said to His disciples, If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.
Verse Concepts
Giving, Of OneselfAbstinence as a disciplineCommitment, to Jesus ChristChristlikenessAttitudes Of Self Denialdiscipleship, nature ofdiscipleship, cost ofdisciples, characteristics ofGod, Suffering OfGospel, Requirements OfImitatingMartyrdom, Qualities OfParticipation, In ChristRenunciationSelf DenialUnion With Christ, Significance Of
UnselfishnessChrist Our ExampleRole ModelsCommandments Of ChristCrucifying Our FleshChrist Speaking To DisciplesChrist's Disciples Will SufferInstructions About FollowingOur CrucifixionConditions Of Fruit-bearingLearning From JesusParticipation In Christ SufferingsThe CrossDiscipleshipdenialfollowing
For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you.
And may the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like minded toward one another according to Christ Jesus,
For let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus,
forbearing one another and forgiving yourselves, if anyone has a complaint against any. As Christ forgave you, so also you do.
Verse Concepts
Christ Our ExampleImitating JesusCommitment, to God's peopleethics, basis ofAttitudes, to other peopleGrudgesThe Lord's PrayerForgiving Ones EnemiesMercy, Response To God'sSin, Accepting Forgiveness OfUnforgivenessUnselfishnessCharitable AttitudeLove To Others Shown InAlienation, OvercomingForbearanceRole Models
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
For you were not called to this? For Christ also suffered on our behalf, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps,
Christ » Joy of » Sustained him at the cross
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Cross » Jesus crucified on
And they made one who was passing by, Simon a Cyrenian, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to bear His cross.
this One given to you by the before-determined counsel and foreknowledge of God, you have taken and by lawless hands, crucifying Him, you put Him to death;
blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and has taken it out of the way, nailing it to the cross.
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly that God made this same Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ.
be it known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead, in this name does this man stand before you whole.
but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block, and to the Greeks foolishness.
And being found in fashion as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
And through Him having made peace through the blood of His cross, it pleased the Father to reconcile all things to Himself through Him, whether the things on earth or the things in Heaven.
and so that He might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity in Himself.
which none of the rulers of this world knew (for if they had known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory).
And going out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. They forced this one to carry His cross.
And as they led Him away, they laid hold on one Simon, a Cyrenian, coming out of the country. And they laid the cross on him, that he might carry it after Jesus.
For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.
Cross » The instrument of death
And bearing His cross, He went out to a place called, The Place of a Skull (which is called in the Hebrew, Golgotha)
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
And being found in fashion as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
And going out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. They forced this one to carry His cross.
The death of Christ » Mode of » Ignominious
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Endurance » Finishing the course
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest you be weary and faint in your minds.
But none of these things move me, neither do I count my life dear to myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus Christ, to testify fully the gospel of the grace of God.
Verse Concepts
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith. Now there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me at that Day; and not to me only, but also to all those who love His appearing.
Endurance » Jesus Christ enduring the cross
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Example » Christ's example to be followed
Therefore, holy brothers, called to be partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus,
And I myself, Paul, beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ; I, who indeed to look upon am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you.
Take My yoke on you and learn of Me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, and you shall find rest to your souls.
Then Jesus said to His disciples, If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.
Verse Concepts
Giving, Of OneselfAbstinence as a disciplineCommitment, to Jesus ChristChristlikenessAttitudes Of Self Denialdiscipleship, nature ofdiscipleship, cost ofdisciples, characteristics ofGod, Suffering OfGospel, Requirements OfImitatingMartyrdom, Qualities OfParticipation, In ChristRenunciationSelf DenialUnion With Christ, Significance Of
UnselfishnessChrist Our ExampleRole ModelsCommandments Of ChristCrucifying Our FleshChrist Speaking To DisciplesChrist's Disciples Will SufferInstructions About FollowingOur CrucifixionConditions Of Fruit-bearingLearning From JesusParticipation In Christ SufferingsThe CrossDiscipleshipdenialfollowing
For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you.
And may the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like minded toward one another according to Christ Jesus,
For let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus,
forbearing one another and forgiving yourselves, if anyone has a complaint against any. As Christ forgave you, so also you do.
Verse Concepts
Christ Our ExampleImitating JesusCommitment, to God's peopleethics, basis ofAttitudes, to other peopleGrudgesThe Lord's PrayerForgiving Ones EnemiesMercy, Response To God'sSin, Accepting Forgiveness OfUnforgivenessUnselfishnessCharitable AttitudeLove To Others Shown InAlienation, OvercomingForbearanceRole Models
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
For you were not called to this? For Christ also suffered on our behalf, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps,
Faith » Christ is the author and finisher of
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Jesus Christ » Names of » Finisher of faith
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Jesus Christ » Names of » Author and finisher of our faith
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Joy » Soul-winners' » It sustained Christ in his suffering upon the cross
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Joy » Christ's joy » Sustained him at the cross
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Names » Of Christ » Author and finisher of our faith
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Patience » Being patient
Now we exhort you, brothers, warn those who are unruly, comfort the faint-hearted, support the weak, be patient toward all.
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest you be weary and faint in your minds.
Therefore be patient, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth and has long patience for it, until he receives the early and the latter rain. You also be patient, establish your hearts, for the coming of your Lord draws near.
in brotherly love to one another, loving fervently, having led one another in honor. As to diligence, not slothful, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in affliction, steadfastly continuing in prayer,
For you have need of patience, so that after you have done the will of God you might receive the promise. For "yet a little while, and He who shall come will come and will not delay."
Perseverance » Encouragement to
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest you be weary and faint in your minds.
Race » Foot race » Figurative
Do you not know that those running in a race all run, but one receives the prize? So run, that you may obtain.
You were running well. Who hindered you that you do not obey the truth?
holding forth the Word of Life, so that I may rejoice with you in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain nor labored in vain.
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
and he comes forth as a bridegroom from his canopy; he rejoices as a strong man to run a race,
I returned and saw under the sun that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, nor yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favor to men of skill; but time and chance happens to them all.
Repentance » What it is
So that if any one is in Christ, that one is a new creature; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.
Verse Concepts
Leaving The Past BehindComfortingConversion, nature ofAccepting ChristAbundant LifeNew ThingsMetamorphosisFaultsAwesome GodAmbassadorsBecoming A ChristianBecoming More Like ChristBorn Again, Results OfBeing Born AgainThe New Man In ChristBlessings, SpiritualBeginningGod, The CreatorTransformationNewnessParticipation, In ChristPast, TheAbiding In ChristResurrection, SpiritualSalvation, Nature Of
Sin, Avoidance OfUnion With Christ, Nature OfUnion With Christ, Significance OfCharacter Of SaintsNew Birth, Described AsFruits Of RighteousnessPassing AwayChanged HeartThe New CreationEternal SecurityThings Passing AwayNew LifeOld NatureChangeMeaning Of The Risen LifeAttitudeParticipation In Christ NatureCreationReconciliationThe PastpastchristrebirthNewLife That Is Worth Living
Turn to Me, and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other.
For they themselves witness what kind of entrance we had to you, even how you turned from idols to God in order to serve the living and true God,
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Do not lay up treasures on earth for yourselves, where moth and rust corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal. But lay up treasures in Heaven for yourselves, where neither moth nor rust corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal. For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
and saying, Men, why do you do these things? We also are men of like passions with you, and preaching the gospel to you to turn you from these vanities to the living God, who made the heaven and the earth and the sea, and all things in them;
Be mindful of things above, not on things on the earth.
the Reward of saints » Described as » Entering into the joy of the lord
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
His lord said to him, Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful over a few things; I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.
The Roman empire » Allusions to grecian game adapted by » Foot races
Do you not know that those running in a race all run, but one receives the prize? So run, that you may obtain.
holding forth the Word of Life, so that I may rejoice with you in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain nor labored in vain.
Therefore since we also are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily besets us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
if by any means I might attain to the resurrection of the dead. Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect, but I am pressing on, if I may lay hold of that for which I also was taken hold of by Christ Jesus. My brothers, I do not count myself to have taken possession, but one thing I do, forgetting the things behind and reaching forward to the things before, read more.
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
Shame » Of the cross
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Throne » Figurative » Anthropomorphic » Of God
And they sang as it were a new song before the throne and before the four living creatures and the elders. And no one could learn that song except the hundred and forty-four thousands who were redeemed from the earth.
So says Jehovah, Heaven is My throne, and earth My footstool. Where, then, is the house that you build for Me? And where is the place of My rest?
In the year that King Uzziah died I then saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and His train filled the temple.
looking to Jesus the Author and Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right of the throne of God.
Now the sum of the things which we have spoken is this: We have such a High Priest, who has sat down on the right of the throne of the Majesty in Heaven,
Jehovah is in His holy temple; Jehovah's throne is in Heaven; His eyes behold, His eyelids examine the children of men.
Jehovah has prepared His throne in the heavens; and His kingdom rules over all.
Clouds and darkness are all around Him; righteousness and judgment are the foundation of His throne.
And in their mouth was found no guile, for they were without blemish before the throne of God.
But Jehovah shall endure forever; He has prepared His throne for judgment.
God reigns over the nations, God sits on the throne of His holiness.
But I say to you, Do not swear at all! Not by Heaven, because it is God's throne;
Justice and judgment are the foundation of Your throne; mercy and truth shall go before Your face.
Again he said, And hear the Word of Jehovah. I saw Jehovah sitting on His throne, and all the host of Heaven were standing on His right hand and on His left.
And he who shall swear by Heaven swears by the throne of God, and by Him who sits on it.
Types of Christ » Zerubbabel
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Who are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain; and he shall bring forth the top stone with shoutings, Grace! Grace to it! And the Word of Jehovah came to me, saying, The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house. His hands shall also finish it; and you shall know that Jehovah of Hosts has sent me to you.