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
since then we are entring into a kingdom which cannot be changed, let us maintain the divine favour, whereby we may serve God acceptably, with reverence and fear.
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therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye inflexibly steady, and continually surpass others in the work of the Lord, knowing that he will not leave your christian labour unrewarded.
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serve them with affection, as if it was to the Lord,
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religious Work » Examples of » Insufficient to secure salvation
for by grace are ye saved, thro' faith (and that not from us: it is the gift of God) but not by works, so that no man can boast:
who has saved us, and by the gospel hath called us to holiness, not in consideration of our works, but in pursuance of his own resolution, and the favour, which having been promised us by Jesus Christ several ages ago,
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why? because they sought it not by faith, but indeed by the works of the law: for they stumbled at that stumbling-stone;
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yet knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Christ Jesus, that we might be justified by faith in him, and not by the works of the law, by which there is no justification.
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many will cry out to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? have we not cast out devils in thy name? and in thy name have we not wrought many miracles? and then will I make this declaration to them: I never knew you: depart from me ye that have practised iniquity.
for by the observation of the law no one shall be justified in his sight, since it is the law that takes cognizance of sin.
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and if it be by favour, it is not upon the account of merit. for then mercy would not be mercy.
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but when the kindness and love of God our saviour display'd itself to mankind, he saved us not in consideration of any virtuous actions which we had done, but out of his meer mercy, by the baptism of regeneration, he form'd us anew, by the plentiful effusion of the holy spirit,
religious Work » Serving men » Willingness, an essential element in
Our affection therefore to you being so great, we were as ready to give our lives for you, as we were to communicate the divine gospel to you, so much did you engage our love.
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(I bear them witness) yea, and beyond their power:
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religious Work » Personal, example of » Special promises to religious workers
for God is too just to his promise not to regard your piety, and the love which you have shewn to the christian religion by the assistance ye have given to the saints, and still continue to give.
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therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye inflexibly steady, and continually surpass others in the work of the Lord, knowing that he will not leave your christian labour unrewarded.
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whereas, he that attentively considers the perfect law of liberty, and is attach'd thereto, he is not a forgetful hearer, but reduces it to practice, and his conduct is crown'd with hapiness.
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and whoever he be that shall give you a cup of water, as being the disciples of Christ, I assure you, he shall not lose his reward.
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if the work abide which somebody has built thereupon, he shall receive a reward.
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but glory, honour, and peace, to every man that acts right, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile:
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religious Work » Examples of » Joy in
At length the seventy return'd with great joy, saying, Lord, even the demons have been made subject to us by virtue of your name.
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who upon his arrival there, was glad to see such effects of the divine grace, and exhorted them all to remain firmly attach'd to the christian profession:
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he that reapeth, receiveth wages, by gathering fruit unto life eternal: that the sower, and the reaper, may both rejoice together.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Completion of
Jesus said to them, my meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.
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things that little affect me, nor is life so much my concern, as to finish my course, and the charge I receiv'd from the Lord Jesus, to attest the declaration of the divine favour.
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I have struggled in a glorious cause: I have finish'd my career: I have stood to the faith:
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I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
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when Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, it is finished: and bowing his head, he expir'd.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Wrought in co-operation with God
For we are fellow labourers employed by God: you are his field, and his mansion.
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as for the disciples, they went and preached the gospel in all parts: the Lord co-operating with them, and confirming their doctrine by the miracles that accompany'd it.
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Invested then with such a commission, I beseech you let not the offers of divine favour be made to you in vain.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Christ's example of
as the son of man came not to be ministred unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for all.
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for who is greatest, he that sits at table, or he that waits? is it not the person at table? yet I am among you as one that serves.
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rose from supper, laid aside his garment, and took a towel to wrap about him. after that, he poured water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.
by assuming the form of a servant: being made in the likeness of men,
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Required according to ability
whereas he that does not know it, and does things worthy of chastisement, shall receive fewer stripes. for to whom much is given, of him shall much be required, and the more a man has been trusted, the greater will be the demand.
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she has done what she could: she has perfum'd my body previously to my burial.
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let a speaker deliver nothing but what is agreeable to the divine oracles: and let him that attends the poor, be active in proportion to the strength God has given him. amen.
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he also that had received two talents, came and said, Lord, you delivered to me two talents: here are two other talents which I have gain'd besides them. his lord said to him, well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful in a small trust, I will give thee a much larger trust: go in and partake of your master's joy.
religious Work » Good works encouraged » Furnish a pattern for imitation
who gave himself for us, to redeem us from all iniquity, and qualify us to be his peculiar people, passionately affected to virtue.
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This is a secure rule, and what I would have you constantly maintain, that they who have believed in God, should take care to be examples of virtue, for that is commendable and useful to mankind.
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In all things show yourself a pattern of virtue: in teaching shewing uncorruptness,
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Glorify God
even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father who is in heaven.
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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:
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It lightens life's burdens
therefore as we have opportunity, let us do good offices to all men, especially to the family of believers.
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bear with one another's infirmities, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Demonstrate the reality of faith
souls. Let your behaviour among the Gentiles be virtuous, that instead of inveighing against you as vicious, they may observe your honest behaviour,
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just so faith, if it be not operative, is intirely lifeless. it will be said, "you have a speculative faith, but mine is practical. where is your faith, if no effects appear? as for me, my actions will vouch for my faith.
religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Abundant labours
therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye inflexibly steady, and continually surpass others in the work of the Lord, knowing that he will not leave your christian labour unrewarded.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » In the field of their own lives
Wherefore, my beloved, as you have always obey'd the gospel, not only when I was with you, but much more now while I am absent, continue the work of your own salvation, whatever persecutions you apprehend:
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religious Work » Labourers in of the holy spirit
the same spirit testifies to our spirit, that we are the children of God.
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but ye shall receive the influence of the holy spirit, which will descend upon you: and ye shall be witnesses for me, in Jerusalem, in all Judea, and in Samaria, and to the remotest part of the earth.
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but the advocate, the holy spirit, whom the father will send for my sake, he will explain every thing to you, and make you remember, all that I have told you.
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but when the advocate is come, whom I will send to you from the father, even the spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the father, he shall testify of me.
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but when he, the spirit of truth shall come, he will inform you of all those truths: for he will not speak from himself; but the information he shall receive will he communicate: and acquaint you with what is to come.
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the spirit and the bride say, come. let him that heareth, say, come. let him that is a-thirst, come: and whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
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all that the father has is mine: that is the reason of my saying, "he shall communicate to you the information that I shall give him."
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and I will pray the father, and he shall give you another advocate, to abide with you for ever;
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nevertheless, I tell you the truth; it is expedient for you that I go away: for if I do not go away, the advocate will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him to you. and when he is come, he will convince the world of sin, of justice, of judgment:
The spirit likewise softens our afflictions: for being at a loss to apply for the most proper relief; the spirit it self affects us with those pious ejaculations, which we can't well express.
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he shall glorify me: for he will commuincate to you, the information, which I shall give him.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Enriched life
to be beneficent, to be rich in good works, to be liberal to the common fund,
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » In evangelizing the world
be you then entirely upon the watch: be insensible to toil: perform the work of an evangelist, and discharge your ministerial function.
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religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Immediate service
But what do you think of this? a man had two sons, and coming to the first, he said, son, go, work to-day in my vineyard.
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religious Work » Good works encouraged » Tend to summons others to their tasks
and let us animate one another to the mutual returns of love, and kind offices: not abandoning our assemblies,
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It exemplifies neighbourliness
which now of the three do you think was neighbour to the man that was robb'd. he, reply'd the doctor, who took pity on him. then said Jesus to him, go then, and imitate his example.
religious Work » Commands concerning » It ennobles life
but it shall not be so among young you: on the contrary, whoever would be great among you, he must be your servant; and whoever would be the chief, he must be the slave of all the rest.
religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Working with God
religious Work » Helpful various forms of, to which men are called » Individual tasks
when a man travels into foreign parts, he leaves his goods in charge to his servants, he appoints to every one his task, and orders the porter to be vigilant,
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It demonstrates love
then he ask'd him the second time, Simon son of Jonas do you love me? yes, Lord, said he; you know that I love you. Jesus reply'd, feed my sheep.
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religious Work » Commands concerning » It is Christlike
if I then, tho' lord and master, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet.
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