Thematic Bible: Obstacles that test the faith of believers
Thematic Bible
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Lack of sympathy on the part of the church
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Honoured by Christ and the apostles
and told him, "Go and wash in the pool of Siloam" (which is translated "Sent One"). So he went off, washed, and came back seeing.
Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand, touched him, and told him, "I do want to. Be made clean!"
When Jesus saw them, he told them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." While they were going, they were made clean.
When Jesus saw their faith, he told the paralyzed man, "Son, your sins are forgiven."
He told her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace and be healed from your illness."
Then he told her, "Because you have said this, go! The demon has left your daughter."
Jesus told him, "Go. Your faith has made you well." At once the man could see again, and he began to follow Jesus down the road.
Then the men who had been sent returned to the house and found the servant in perfect health.
He was listening to Paul as he spoke. Paul watched him closely, and when he saw that he had faith to be healed,
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Defended
But when Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he was clearly wrong.
The only thing that matters is that you continue to live as good citizens in a manner worthy of the gospel of the Messiah. Then, whether I come to see you or whether I stay away, I may hear all about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, struggling with one mind for the faith of the gospel,
Verse Concepts
Dear friends, although I was eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I found it necessary to write to you and urge you to continue your vigorous defense of the faith that was passed down to the saints once and for all.
That statement is true. For this reason, refute them sharply so that they may become healthy in the faith
The former proclaim the Messiah because they are selfishly ambitious and insincere, thinking that they will stir up trouble for me during my imprisonment.
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Lack of sympathy on the part of the church
Some people were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them. But the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
But he didn't answer her at all. Then his disciples came up and kept urging him, "Send her away, because she keeps on screaming as she follows us."
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Discouraging circumstances
Some men were bringing a paralyzed man on a stretcher. They were trying to take him into the house and place him in front of Jesus. When they couldn't find a way to get him in because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down on his stretcher through the tiles into the middle of the room, right in front of Jesus.
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Divine delays, not a hindrance but a test
So the sisters sent word to Jesus and told him, "Lord, the one whom you love is ill." But when Jesus heard it, he said, "This illness isn't meant to end in death. It's for God's glory, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it." Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. read more.
Yet, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed where he was for two more days.
Yet, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed where he was for two more days.
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Unbelieving friends
While he was still speaking, some people came from the synagogue leader's home and said, "Your daughter is dead. Why bother the Teacher anymore?"
Faith » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Scoffers
The Jewish leaders summoned the man who had been blind a second time and told him, "Give glory to God! We know that this man is a sinner."
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Lack of sympathy on the part of the church
Some people were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them. But the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
But he didn't answer her at all. Then his disciples came up and kept urging him, "Send her away, because she keeps on screaming as she follows us."
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Discouraging circumstances
Some men were bringing a paralyzed man on a stretcher. They were trying to take him into the house and place him in front of Jesus. When they couldn't find a way to get him in because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down on his stretcher through the tiles into the middle of the room, right in front of Jesus.
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Divine delays, not a hindrance but a test
So the sisters sent word to Jesus and told him, "Lord, the one whom you love is ill." But when Jesus heard it, he said, "This illness isn't meant to end in death. It's for God's glory, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it." Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. read more.
Yet, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed where he was for two more days.
Yet, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed where he was for two more days.
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Unbelieving friends
While he was still speaking, some people came from the synagogue leader's home and said, "Your daughter is dead. Why bother the Teacher anymore?"
Hindrances » Obstacles that test the faith of believers » Scoffers
The Jewish leaders summoned the man who had been blind a second time and told him, "Give glory to God! We know that this man is a sinner."