Thematic Bible: Religious Work
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » In the field of their own lives
religious Work » Promptness in serving God » God demands
Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe,
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"Now therefore fear the LORD and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness. Put away the gods that your fathers served beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD.
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Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
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You shall serve the LORD your God, and he will bless your bread and your water, and I will take sickness away from among you.
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"And you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve him with a whole heart and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches all hearts and understands every plan and thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you, but if you forsake him, he will cast you off forever.
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"And now, Israel, what does the LORD your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul,
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Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!
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Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
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rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man,
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religious Work » Examples of » Insufficient to secure salvation
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began,
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Why? Because they did not pursue it by faith, but as if it were based on works. They have stumbled over the stumbling stone,
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yet we know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, so we also have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified.
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On that day many will say to me, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?' And then will I declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness.'
For by works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.
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But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.
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But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit,
religious Work » Serving men » Willingness, an essential element in
So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.
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Your people will offer themselves freely on the day of your power, in holy garments; from the womb of the morning, the dew of your youth will be yours.
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"That the leaders took the lead in Israel, that the people offered themselves willingly, bless the LORD!
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If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land;
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For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord,
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And they answered, "We will willingly give them." And they spread a cloak, and every man threw in it the earrings of his spoil.
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And the people blessed all the men who willingly offered to live in Jerusalem.
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religious Work » Personal, example of » Special promises to religious workers
And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.
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For God is not unjust so as to overlook your work and the love that you have shown for his name in serving the saints, as you still do.
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Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
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But the one who looks into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and perseveres, being no hearer who forgets but a doer who acts, he will be blessed in his doing.
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For truly, I say to you, whoever gives you a cup of water to drink because you belong to Christ will by no means lose his reward.
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If the work that anyone has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward.
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but glory and honor and peace for everyone who does good, the Jew first and also the Greek.
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religious Work » Examples of » Joy in
Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.
The seventy-two returned with joy, saying, "Lord, even the demons are subject to us in your name!"
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I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart."
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When he came and saw the grace of God, he was glad, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose,
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And they offered great sacrifices that day and rejoiced, for God had made them rejoice with great joy; the women and children also rejoiced. And the joy of Jerusalem was heard far away.
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Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!
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Already the one who reaps is receiving wages and gathering fruit for eternal life, so that sower and reaper may rejoice together.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Completion of
Jesus said to them, "My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to accomplish his work.
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But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.
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I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
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I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do.
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When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, "It is finished," and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.
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"The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also complete it. Then you will know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Wrought in co-operation with God
For we are God's fellow workers. You are God's field, God's building.
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Then the people said to Saul, "Shall Jonathan die, who has worked this great salvation in Israel? Far from it! As the LORD lives, there shall not one hair of his head fall to the ground, for he has worked with God this day." So the people ransomed Jonathan, so that he did not die.
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And they went out and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by accompanying signs.]]
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Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Christ's example of
even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
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For who is the greater, one who reclines at table or one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines at table? But I am among you as the one who serves.
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rose from supper. He laid aside his outer garments, and taking a towel, tied it around his waist. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples' feet and to wipe them with the towel that was wrapped around him.
but made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant,being born in the likeness of men.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Required according to ability
But the one who did not know, and did what deserved a beating, will receive a light beating. Everyone to whom much was given, of him much will be required, and from him to whom they entrusted much, they will demand the more.
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She has done what she could; she has anointed my body beforehand for burial.
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whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies--in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.
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And he also who had the two talents came forward, saying, 'Master, you delivered to me two talents; here I have made two talents more.' His master said to him, 'Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.'
religious Work » Good works encouraged » Furnish a pattern for imitation
who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.
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The saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for people.
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Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity,
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Glorify God
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
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so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It lightens life's burdens
So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.
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Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Demonstrate the reality of faith
Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.
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So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. But someone will say, "You have faith and I have works." Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.
religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Abundant labours
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » In the field of their own lives
Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,
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religious Work » Labourers in of the holy spirit
The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God,
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But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth."
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But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.
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"But when the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness about me.
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When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.
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The Spirit and the Bride say, "Come." And let the one who hears say, "Come." And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price.
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All that the Father has is mine; therefore I said that he will take what is mine and declare it to you.
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And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever,
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Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment:
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.
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He will glorify me, for he will take what is mine and declare it to you.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Enriched life
They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share,
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » In evangelizing the world
As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Immediate service
"What do you think? A man had two sons. And he went to the first and said, 'Son, go and work in the vineyard today.'
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Tend to summons others to their tasks
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works,
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It exemplifies neighbourliness
Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?" He said, "The one who showed him mercy." And Jesus said to him, "You go, and do likewise."
religious Work » Commands concerning » It ennobles life
But it shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all.
religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Working with God
Yet now be strong, O Zerubbabel, declares the LORD. Be strong, O Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land, declares the LORD. Work, for I am with you, declares the LORD of hosts,
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Individual tasks
It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his servants in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to stay awake.
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It demonstrates love
He said to him a second time, "Simon, son of John, do you love me?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." He said to him, "Tend my sheep."
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It is Christlike
If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet.
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