Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Afflictions » Blessings in disguise
This light, temporary nature of our suffering is producing for us an everlasting weight of glory, far beyond any comparison,
"Indeed, how blessed is the person whom God reproves! So never disrespect the discipline of the Almighty,
Because he knows the road on which I travel, when he had tested me, I'll come out like gold.
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
It's better to attend a funeral than to attend a banquet, for everyone dies eventually, and the living will take this to heart.
He said: "I called out to the LORD from the midst of affliction directed at me, and he answered me. From the depths of death I cried out for help; and you heard my cry.
And I will bring that surviving third through, testing them as if through fire, purifying them like silver, assaying them like gold. They will call on my name, and I will answer them. I will say, "This is my people,' and they will say, "The LORD is my God.'"
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, for those who have been trained by it, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace.
I told him, "Sir, you know."
Afflictions » Often blessings in disguise
This light, temporary nature of our suffering is producing for us an everlasting weight of glory, far beyond any comparison,
"Indeed, how blessed is the person whom God reproves! So never disrespect the discipline of the Almighty,
Because he knows the road on which I travel, when he had tested me, I'll come out like gold.
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
It's better to attend a funeral than to attend a banquet, for everyone dies eventually, and the living will take this to heart.
He said: "I called out to the LORD from the midst of affliction directed at me, and he answered me. From the depths of death I cried out for help; and you heard my cry.
And I will bring that surviving third through, testing them as if through fire, purifying them like silver, assaying them like gold. They will call on my name, and I will answer them. I will say, "This is my people,' and they will say, "The LORD is my God.'"
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, for those who have been trained by it, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace.
I told him, "Sir, you know."
Privileges of saints » Profiting by chastisement
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
For a short time they disciplined us as they thought best, but God does it for our good, so that we may share in his holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, for those who have been trained by it, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace.
Reproof » God gives reproof to his own children
I will be a father to him, and he will be to me a son who, when he commits iniquity, I will discipline with the rod wielded by armies and with wounds inflicted by human beings.
"Indeed, how blessed is the person whom God reproves! So never disrespect the discipline of the Almighty,
I know, LORD, that your decrees are just, and that you have rightfully humbled me.
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
How blessed is the man whom you instruct, LORD, whom you teach from your Law,
It was for my good that I was humbled; so that I would learn your statutes.
The scriptures » Saints » Obey
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
But he answered those people, "My mother and my brothers are those who hear a message from God and heed it."
I have made your name known to these men whom you gave me from the world. They were yours, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word.
teaching » What teaches
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all people. It trains us to renounce ungodly living and worldly passions so that we might live sensible, honest, and godly lives in the present age
Now we who are strong ought to be patient with the weaknesses of those who are not strong and must stop pleasing ourselves. Each of us must please our neighbor for the good purpose of building him up. For even the Messiah did not please himself. Instead, as it is written, "The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me." read more.
For everything that was written long ago was written to instruct us, so that we might have hope through the endurance and encouragement that the Scriptures give us.
For everything that was written long ago was written to instruct us, so that we might have hope through the endurance and encouragement that the Scriptures give us.
LORD, you have dealt well with your servant, according to your word. Teach me both knowledge and appropriate discretion, because I believe in your commands. Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words. read more.
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes. The arrogant have accused me falsely; but I will observe your precepts wholeheartedly. Their minds are clogged as with greasy fat, but I find joy in your instruction. It was for my good that I was humbled; so that I would learn your statutes.
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes. The arrogant have accused me falsely; but I will observe your precepts wholeheartedly. Their minds are clogged as with greasy fat, but I find joy in your instruction. It was for my good that I was humbled; so that I would learn your statutes.
But as for you, continue in what you have learned and found to be true, because you know from whom you learned it. From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures that are able to give you the wisdom you need for salvation through faith in the Messiah Jesus. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, read more.
so that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good action.
so that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good action.
Who is a liar but the person who denies that Jesus is the Messiah? The person who denies the Father and the Son is an antichrist. No one who denies the Son has the Father. The person who acknowledges the Son also has the Father. What you have heard from the beginning must abide in you. If what you have heard from the beginning abides in you, you will also abide in the Son and in the Father. read more.
The message that the Son himself declared to us is eternal life. I have written to you about those who are trying to deceive you. The anointing you received from God abides in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you this. Instead, because God's anointing teaches you about everything and is true and not a lie, abide in him, as he taught you to do.
The message that the Son himself declared to us is eternal life. I have written to you about those who are trying to deceive you. The anointing you received from God abides in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you this. Instead, because God's anointing teaches you about everything and is true and not a lie, abide in him, as he taught you to do.
The goodness of the lord » The lord being good
Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground.
The LORD is good a refuge in troubled times. He knows those who are confiding in him.
Taste and see that the LORD is good! How blessed is the person who trusts in him!
Indeed you, Lord, are kind and forgiving, overflowing with gracious love to everyone who calls on you.
the sounds of rejoicing and gladness, the sounds of the bridegroom and the bride, and the sounds of those saying, "Give thanks to the LORD of the Heavenly Armies, for the LORD is good, and his gracious love lasts forever," as they bring thanksgiving offerings to the LORD's Temple. For I'll restore the fortunes of the land as they were at first,' declares the LORD.
The LORD is good and just; therefore he will teach sinners concerning the way.
The LORD passed in front of him and proclaimed, "The LORD, the LORD God, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, and filled with gracious love and truth.
Give thanks to the LORD, because he is good and because his gracious love is eternal!
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His gracious love exists forever.
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his gracious love is everlasting.
for the LORD is good and his gracious love stands forever. His faithfulness remains from generation to generation. A Davidic Psalm
LORD, you have dealt well with your servant, according to your word. Teach me both knowledge and appropriate discretion, because I believe in your commands. Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words. read more.
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes.
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes.
Trials » Often blessings in disguise
This light, temporary nature of our suffering is producing for us an everlasting weight of glory, far beyond any comparison,
"Indeed, how blessed is the person whom God reproves! So never disrespect the discipline of the Almighty,
Because he knows the road on which I travel, when he had tested me, I'll come out like gold.
Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words.
It's better to attend a funeral than to attend a banquet, for everyone dies eventually, and the living will take this to heart.
He said: "I called out to the LORD from the midst of affliction directed at me, and he answered me. From the depths of death I cried out for help; and you heard my cry.
And I will bring that surviving third through, testing them as if through fire, purifying them like silver, assaying them like gold. They will call on my name, and I will answer them. I will say, "This is my people,' and they will say, "The LORD is my God.'"
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, for those who have been trained by it, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace.
I told him, "Sir, you know."
Wealth » What is better than monetary riches
A little gain with righteousness is better than great income without justice.
A good reputation is more desirable than great wealth, and favorable acceptance more than silver and gold.
A good name exceeds the value of fine perfume, and the day of someone's death exceeds the value of the day of his birth.
Better is a little accompanied by fear of the LORD than abundant wealth with turmoil.
Better is the little that the righteous have than the abundance of many wicked people.
It's better to be poor and live a blameless life than to be rich but crooked in one's lifestyle.
The fear of the LORD is clean, standing forever. The judgments of the LORD are true; they are altogether righteous. They are more desirable than gold, even much fine gold. They are sweeter than honey, even the drippings from a honeycomb.
LORD, you have dealt well with your servant, according to your word. Teach me both knowledge and appropriate discretion, because I believe in your commands. Before I was humbled, I wandered away, but now I observe your words. read more.
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes. The arrogant have accused me falsely; but I will observe your precepts wholeheartedly. Their minds are clogged as with greasy fat, but I find joy in your instruction. It was for my good that I was humbled; so that I would learn your statutes. Instruction that comes from you is better for me than thousands of gold and silver coins. Yod
LORD, you are good, and do what is good; teach me your statutes. The arrogant have accused me falsely; but I will observe your precepts wholeheartedly. Their minds are clogged as with greasy fat, but I find joy in your instruction. It was for my good that I was humbled; so that I would learn your statutes. Instruction that comes from you is better for me than thousands of gold and silver coins. Yod
Grab hold of my instruction in lieu of money and knowledge instead of the finest gold, because wisdom is better than precious gems and nothing you desire can compare to it." "I, wisdom, am related to prudence. I know how to be discreet. read more.
The fear of the LORD is to hate evil. Pride, arrogance, an evil lifestyle, and perverted speech I despise. Counsel belongs to me, along with sound judgment. I am understanding. Power belongs to me. Kings reign by me, and rulers dispense justice through me. By me leaders rule, as do noble officials and all who govern justly. I love those who love me, and those who seek me will find me. Wealth and honor accompany me, as do enduring wealth and righteousness. My fruit is better than gold, better than even refined gold, and my benefit surpasses the purest silver.
The fear of the LORD is to hate evil. Pride, arrogance, an evil lifestyle, and perverted speech I despise. Counsel belongs to me, along with sound judgment. I am understanding. Power belongs to me. Kings reign by me, and rulers dispense justice through me. By me leaders rule, as do noble officials and all who govern justly. I love those who love me, and those who seek me will find me. Wealth and honor accompany me, as do enduring wealth and righteousness. My fruit is better than gold, better than even refined gold, and my benefit surpasses the purest silver.