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Ambition » Ambition, worldly, examples of » Holy ambition, general references to
strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.
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You know, that in a race, tho' all run, but one receives the prize: so run, that you may obtain.
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you are contesting about the superiority of your gifts: but I point out to you a more excellent way.
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Cultivate social virtue; then desire spiritual gifts, but chiefly that of explaining the prophetical writings.
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But since there is emulation among you concerning spiritual gifts, seek to abound in the exercise of such gifts as tend most to the edification of the church.
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I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
endeavour to approve yourself to God, as an artist that is not afraid of reproach, by rightly explaining the word of truth.
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Athletics » The Christian life compared to a foot-race » Pressing toward the goal
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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The call of God » To man is » High
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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Christian race » The Christian life compared to a foot-race » Pressing toward the goal
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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Diligence » Required by God in » Striving after perfection
I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
Diligence » Striving after perfection
I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
Earnestness » In prayer » In seeking salvation
strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.
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I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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only conduct yourselves in a manner becoming the gospel of Christ, that whether I come to see you, or else am absent, I may have this account of you, that you are stedfastly of the same resolution, and unanimously contend for the faith of the gospel,
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every one that strives for the mastery, is extremely temperate: now, they do it to obtain a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible one.
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this is what I earnestly strive to effect, by virtue of that power, which effectually operates in me.
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You have not yet resisted unto death, striving against sin.
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Games » Figurative » Of the Christian life
You know, that in a race, tho' all run, but one receives the prize: so run, that you may obtain.
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You set out well in your course: who hath obstructed your progress in the truth?
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you, who display the doctrine of eternal life) that in the day of Christ I may have the satisfaction of not having pursued my laborious course in vain.
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I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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Wherefore, since we are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every incumbrance, and the sin which does so easily embarrass us, and let us pursue with constancy the course that is proposed to us:
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I therefore so run, not as one that is distanc'd: I fight, but not with the air.
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Grace of God » Growth in
he who has begun this good work in you will bring it to perfection against the appearance of Christ. it is but just
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whilst night and day we make our ardent requests to him, that we may once more be present with you, that nothing may be wanting to the perfection of your faith?
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not adhering to the head, from which all the parts of the body derive its nutrition, and being firmly united together by its joints and ligaments, receives a divine increase.
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on the contrary, may you increase in the favour, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! to him be glory both now and for ever. AMEN.
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We are oblig'd, my brethren, to render thanks to God continually upon your account, as it is but just; since your faith still improves, and your mutual love is always increasing.
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and the favour I ask of him is this, that your kindness to me may be crown'd with farther improvements in knowledge and all prudence; that being capable to distinguish what is best, you may remain stedfastly sincere until the day of Christ, abounding in good works by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ. read more.
Let us therefore, who have been instructed, have this in view: and if you are sollicitous about any thing else, God will reveal even that unto you.
Let us therefore, who have been instructed, have this in view: and if you are sollicitous about any thing else, God will reveal even that unto you.
that your conduct may be worthy of the Lord, in every respect agreeable to him, being friutful in every kind of virtue, and increasing in divine knowledge: being fortified in so effectual a manner, as to sustain your trials with constancy and joy:
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may the Lord make you increase and abound in mutual love, in love towards all men, as we do towards you: that by the sanctity of your affections, you may stand unreprov'd in the presence of God our father, when our Lord Jesus Christ shall come with all his holy angels.
Therefore omitting for the present the principles of the christian doctrine, we shall proceed to something more sublime, without mentioning those fundamental articles of repentance from destructive vices, and of divine faith: the doctrine of baptisms, and laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment: of which we shall treat another time, if God permit.
Renouncing therefore every kind of malice, and knavery, hypocrisy, envy, and detraction, as new-born infants desire that mystical milk, which is without any mixture, and will make you thrive. Since you have tasted how good the Lord is, adhere to him as to a living stone,
Holy » General references to » Ambition
strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.
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You know, that in a race, tho' all run, but one receives the prize: so run, that you may obtain.
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you are contesting about the superiority of your gifts: but I point out to you a more excellent way.
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Cultivate social virtue; then desire spiritual gifts, but chiefly that of explaining the prophetical writings.
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But since there is emulation among you concerning spiritual gifts, seek to abound in the exercise of such gifts as tend most to the edification of the church.
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I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
endeavour to approve yourself to God, as an artist that is not afraid of reproach, by rightly explaining the word of truth.
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Life's purpose » Attaining Christlikeness
I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
Likemindedness » Being likeminded
I conjure Euodias, and I conjure Syntyche to be perfectly united in the Lord.
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Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to maintain all the same doctrine, to suffer no divisions among you; but to be perfectly united in the same mind, and in the same judgment.
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Finally, brethren, be cheerful: redress yourselves, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.
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In a word, live all of you in perfect agreement and sympathy, be full of fraternal love, compassion, and affability.
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have the same respect for one another. let not your behaviour be haughty, but soften'd to the condition of those below you. be not wise in your own conceits.
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only conduct yourselves in a manner becoming the gospel of Christ, that whether I come to see you, or else am absent, I may have this account of you, that you are stedfastly of the same resolution, and unanimously contend for the faith of the gospel,
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compleat my joy, by pursuing the same view, living in mutual love, by being unanimous, and cultivating that harmony.
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May the God of patience and consolation, make you equally concern'd for one another, according to the example of Christ Jesus, that ye may unanimously with one voice glorify God, even the father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ. Let us therefore, who have been instructed, have this in view: and if you are sollicitous about any thing else, God will reveal even that unto you. in the mean while, as we are already advanc'd so far, pursue your course, and keep it still in view:
Paul » Characteristics of » Entire consecration
but Paul replied, what do you mean by afflicting me thus with your tears? I am not only ready to meet my chains, but even to die at Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord Jesus.
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these advantages I renounce for Christ, nay I think them disadvantages when put in competition with the excellency of the knowledge of Jesus Christ my Lord: for whose sake I abandon all these things, and count them as straw, that I may gain Christ, and be his true disciple, not professing that justification, which is derived from the law, but that which is from the gospel, read more.
the justification which God grants to those who acknowledge Christ and the power of his resurrection, who suffer after his example, and die to sin, as he died to the world, in order to obtain the resurrection of the just. for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
the justification which God grants to those who acknowledge Christ and the power of his resurrection, who suffer after his example, and die to sin, as he died to the world, in order to obtain the resurrection of the just. for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
Prize » Figurative
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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Purpose » Of life » Attaining Christlikeness
I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
the Reward of saints » The prospect of, should lead to » Pressing forward
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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the Reward of saints » Described as » The prize of the high calling of God in Christ
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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The Roman empire » Allusions to grecian game adapted by » Foot races
You know, that in a race, tho' all run, but one receives the prize: so run, that you may obtain.
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you, who display the doctrine of eternal life) that in the day of Christ I may have the satisfaction of not having pursued my laborious course in vain.
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Wherefore, since we are surrounded with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every incumbrance, and the sin which does so easily embarrass us, and let us pursue with constancy the course that is proposed to us: having Jesus in our view, the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him, endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down on the right hand of the throne of God.
in order to obtain the resurrection of the just. for I am not yet secure of the prize, I have not yet finish'd my course: but I press to obtain the reward, which Jesus Christ invited me to. I don't imagine, my brethren, that I am arriv'd at the goal; but this I do, unmindful of what is pass'd, I stretch towards that which is in view, read more.
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
The Roman empire » Allusions to grecian game adapted by » Crowning of conquerors
I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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I have nothing more to do, but to receive the crown of virtue reserv'd for me, which the Lord, the just judge, will give me in that day: and not only to me, but to those also, who have long'd for his appearance.
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every one that strives for the mastery, is extremely temperate: now, they do it to obtain a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible one.
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Spiritual » Sowing » Striving
strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.
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I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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only conduct yourselves in a manner becoming the gospel of Christ, that whether I come to see you, or else am absent, I may have this account of you, that you are stedfastly of the same resolution, and unanimously contend for the faith of the gospel,
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every one that strives for the mastery, is extremely temperate: now, they do it to obtain a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible one.
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this is what I earnestly strive to effect, by virtue of that power, which effectually operates in me.
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You have not yet resisted unto death, striving against sin.
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Striving » What to strive for
You know, that in a race, tho' all run, but one receives the prize: so run, that you may obtain.
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I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.
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and somebody ask'd him, Lord, will there be but few people saved? to which he answered, strive to enter in at the narrow gate: for I declare unto you, that many shall try to get in, and shall not be able.