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Afflicted saints » Should imitate Christ
Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him who has endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you do not grow weary in your souls and lose heart.
For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps, who did not sin, "neither was deceit found in his mouth." Who, when he was cursed, did not curse back. When he suffered, did not threaten, but committed himself to him who judges righteously;
Christ » Divinity » Example of
Therefore, holy brothers, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Jesus;
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Now I Paul, myself, entreat you by the humility and gentleness of Christ; I who in your presence am lowly among you, but being absent am of good courage toward you.
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Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls.
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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.
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For I have given you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you.
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Now the God of patience and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus,
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Have this in your mind, which was also in Christ Jesus,
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bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as the Lord forgave you, so you also do.
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looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps,
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Cross » Jesus crucified on
And they compelled one passing by, coming from the country, Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to go with them, that he might bear his cross.
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him, being delivered up by the determined counsel and foreknowledge of God, by the hand of lawless men, crucified and killed;
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wiping out the handwriting in ordinances which was against us; and he has taken it out of the way, nailing it to the cross;
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looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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"Let all the house of Israel therefore know certainly that God has made him both Lord and Messiah, this Jesus whom you crucified."
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be it known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead, in him does this man stand here before you whole.
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but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles,
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And being found in human form, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, yes, the death of the cross.
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and through him to reconcile all things to himself, by him, whether things on the earth, or things in the heavens, having made peace through the blood of his cross.
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and might reconcile them both in one body to God through the cross, by which he put to death their enmity.
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which none of the rulers of this age has understood. For had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.
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As they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name, and they compelled him to go with them, that he might carry his cross.
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When they led him away, they grabbed one Simon of Cyrene, coming from the country, and placed on him the cross, to carry it after Jesus.
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For I determined not to know anything among you, except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.
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Cross » The instrument of death
He went out, carrying the cross himself, to the place called "The Place of a Skull," which is called in Hebrew, "Golgotha,"
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looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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And being found in human form, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, yes, the death of the cross.
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As they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name, and they compelled him to go with them, that he might carry his cross.
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The death of Christ » Mode of » Ignominious
looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Endurance » Finishing the course
Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him who has endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you do not grow weary in your souls and lose heart.
But I make my life an account of nothing precious to myself, so that I may finish my race, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to fully testify to the Good News of the grace of God.
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I have fought the good fight. I have finished the course. I have kept the faith. From now on, there is stored up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give to me on that day; and not to me only, but also to all those who have loved his appearing.
Endurance » Jesus Christ enduring the cross
Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Example » Christ's example to be followed
Therefore, holy brothers, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Jesus;
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Now I Paul, myself, entreat you by the humility and gentleness of Christ; I who in your presence am lowly among you, but being absent am of good courage toward you.
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Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls.
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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.
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For I have given you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you.
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Now the God of patience and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus,
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Have this in your mind, which was also in Christ Jesus,
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bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as the Lord forgave you, so you also do.
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looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps,
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Patience » Being patient
We exhort you, brothers, admonish the disorderly, encourage the fainthearted, support the weak, be patient toward all.
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Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him who has endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you do not grow weary in your souls and lose heart.
Be patient therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient over it, until it receives the early and late rain. You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near.
In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate one to another; outdo one another in showing honor; not lagging in diligence; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer;
For you need patient endurance so that, having done the will of God, you may receive the promise. "For in just a little while, he who is coming 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him who has endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you do not grow weary in your souls and lose heart.
Race » Foot race » Figurative
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run like that, that you may win.
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You were running well. Who interfered with you that you should not obey the truth?
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holding up the word of life; that I may have something to boast in the day of Christ, that I did not run in vain nor labor in vain.
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Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a strong man rejoicing to run his course.
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I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favor to men of skill; but time and chance happen to them all.
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Repentance » What it is
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, new things have come.
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Look to me, and be you saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other.
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For they themselves report concerning us what kind of a reception we had from you; and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God,
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Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
"Do not lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves do not break through and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
"Men, why are you doing these things? We also are men of like passions with you, and bring you good news, that you should turn from these vain things to the living God, who made the sky and the earth and the sea, and all that is in them;
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Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are on the earth.
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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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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"His lord said to him, 'Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a few things, I will set you over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.'
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The Roman empire » Allusions to grecian game adapted by » Foot races
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run like that, that you may win.
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holding up the word of life; that I may have something to boast in the day of Christ, that I did not run in vain nor labor in vain.
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Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
if by any means I may attain to the resurrection from the dead. Not that I have already obtained, or am already made perfect; but I press on, if it is so that I may take hold of that for which also I was taken hold of by Christ Jesus. Brothers, I do not regard myself as yet having taken hold, but one thing I do. Forgetting the things which are behind, and reaching forward to the things which are ahead, read more.
I press on toward the goal for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
I press on toward the goal 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, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Throne » Figurative » Anthropomorphic » Of God
They sing a new song before the throne, and before the four living creatures and the elders. No one could learn the song except the one hundred forty-four thousand, those who had been redeemed out of the earth.
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Thus says the LORD, "Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool: what kind of house will you build to me? And what place shall be my rest?
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In the year that king Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up; and his train filled the temple.
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looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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Now in the things which we are saying, the main point is this. We have such a high priest, who sat down on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens,
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The LORD is in his holy temple. The LORD is on his throne in heaven. His eyes observe. His eyes examine the children of men.
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The LORD has established his throne in the heavens. His kingdom rules over all.
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Clouds and darkness are around him. Righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.
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In their mouth was found no lie, for they are blameless.
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But the LORD reigns forever. He has prepared his throne for judgment.
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God reigns over the nations. God sits on his holy throne.
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but I tell you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it is the throne of God;
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For you have maintained my just cause. You sit on the throne judging righteously.
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Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loving kindness and truth go before your face.
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Micaiah said, "Therefore hear the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on his throne, and all the army of heaven standing on his right hand and on his left.
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He who swears by heaven, swears by the throne of God, and by him who sits on it.
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Types of Christ » Zerubbabel
looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him who has endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you do not grow weary in your souls and lose heart.
Who are you, great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you are a plain; and he will bring out the capstone with shouts of 'Grace, grace, to it.'" Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, "The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house. His hands shall also finish it; and you will know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.