Thematic Bible: Self-examination
Thematic Bible
Conversion » Through the instrumentality of » Self-examination
Diligence » Required by God in » Self-examination
Diligence » Self-examination
Self-examination » Advantages of
But if we [had] examined ourselves [properly], we would not be [i.e., not have been] judged [i.e., with sickness and death. See verse 30].
Verse Concepts
But let each person test his own accomplishments so that he can determine if he should get credit for them or if his neighbor should.
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But, if our hearts condemn us [for not demonstrating God's love for others], surely God, who is greater than our hearts [will also condemn us], because He knows all things. Loved ones, if our hearts do not condemn us [i.e., because we are showing love by helping the needy], we can have boldness before God [in prayer for our own needs]; and we can be assured of receiving from God whatever we ask Him for, because we are obeying His commands [i.e., especially the one about loving others] and are practicing what is pleasing to Him.
Self-examination » Should be engaged in » With purpose of amendment
Self-examination » Should be engaged in » With diligent search
Self-examination » Should be engaged in » With prayer for divine searching
Self-examination » Necessary before the communion
So, a person should examine himself [first] and then he should eat the bread and drink from the cup.
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Self-examination » Encouraged
Put yourselves to a test; see if you are [really] in the faith [i.e., see if you are genuine Christians]; examine yourselves! Or, do you not realize that Jesus Christ is in your hearts, unless [of course] you fail the test [i.e., unless you are counterfeit Christians].
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