Thematic Bible: Lessons of life
Thematic Bible
Lessons of life » Result in perfect contentment
But if a widow has children or grandchildren [who are adults], see to it that these first learn to show great respect to their own family [as their religious duty and natural obligation], and to compensate their parents or grandparents [for their upbringing]; for this is acceptable and pleasing in the sight of God.
Verse Concepts
Not that I speak from [any personal] need, for I have learned to be content [and self-sufficient through Christ, satisfied to the point where I am not disturbed or uneasy] regardless of my circumstances.
Verse Concepts
Lessons of life » Truly learned, purify the soul
But you did not so learn Christ! Assuming that you have really heard Him and been taught by Him, as [all] Truth is in Jesus [embodied and personified in Him], Strip yourselves of your former nature [put off and discard your old unrenewed self] which characterized your previous manner of life and becomes corrupt through lusts and desires that spring from delusion; read more.
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude],
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude],
Lessons of life » Practical, every day
Wash yourselves, make yourselves clean; put away the evil of your doings from before My eyes! Cease to do evil, Learn to do right! Seek justice, relieve the oppressed, and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless, plead for the widow.
Lessons of life » The great teacher of says
Lessons of life » Learned in the school of affliction
It is good for me that I have been afflicted,
That I may learn Your statutes.