Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Afflicted saints » Should imitate Christ
Therefore, let us too, with such a crowd of witnesses about us, throw off every impediment and the entanglement of sin, and run with determination the race for which we are entered, fixing our eyes upon Jesus, our leader and example in faith, who in place of the happiness that belonged to him, submitted to a cross, caring nothing for its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
That is the life to which you have been called, for Christ himself suffered for you, leaving you an example so that you might follow his footsteps. He committed no sin, and deceit was never on his lips. He was abused but he did not retort. He suffered but he did not threaten, but committed his case to him who judges justly.
themes for Consideration » The matchless life of Christ
Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
Endurance » Finishing the course
Therefore, let us too, with such a crowd of witnesses about us, throw off every impediment and the entanglement of sin, and run with determination the race for which we are entered, fixing our eyes upon Jesus, our leader and example in faith, who in place of the happiness that belonged to him, submitted to a cross, caring nothing for its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
But my life does not matter, if I can only finish my race and do the service intrusted to me by the Lord Jesus, of declaring the good news of God's favor.
Verse Concepts
I have had a part in the great contest, I have run my race, I have preserved my faith. Now the crown of uprightness awaits me, which the Lord, the upright judge, will award me on that Day, and not only me but also all who have loved and hoped for his appearing.
Example » Inspiration of example » Christ
Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
Christ, our example » Conformity to, required in » Suffering for righteousness
Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted. You have not yet resisted unto death in your struggle with sin,
Inspiration of example » Christ
Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
Patience » Being patient
We beg you, brothers, warn the idlers, cheer up the despondent, keep hold of the weak, be patient with everybody.
Therefore, let us too, with such a crowd of witnesses about us, throw off every impediment and the entanglement of sin, and run with determination the race for which we are entered, fixing our eyes upon Jesus, our leader and example in faith, who in place of the happiness that belonged to him, submitted to a cross, caring nothing for its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
So be patient, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer has to wait for the precious crop from the ground, and be patient with it, until it gets the early and the late rains. You must have patience too; you must keep up your courage, for the coming of the Lord is close at hand.
Be affectionate in your love for the brotherhood, eager to show one another honor, not wanting in devotion, but on fire with the Spirit. Serve the Lord. Be happy in your hope, steadfast in time of trouble, persistent in prayer.
but you will need endurance if you are to carry out God's will and receive the blessing he has promised. For "In a very little while He who is to come will come and not delay,
Perseverance » Encouragement to
fixing our eyes upon Jesus, our leader and example in faith, who in place of the happiness that belonged to him, submitted to a cross, caring nothing for its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
Thoughtfulness » Themes for consideration, by the spiritual mind » The matchless life of Christ
Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.
Types of Christ » Zerubbabel
fixing our eyes upon Jesus, our leader and example in faith, who in place of the happiness that belonged to him, submitted to a cross, caring nothing for its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Think of the opposition that he encountered from those sinners against themselves, if you would not grow weary and faint-hearted.