Thematic Bible: Seven notable examples of
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Stability » Seven notable examples of » Job, in his religious life
Stability » Seven notable examples of » A man of God, in refusing a reward
Stability » Seven notable examples of » Paul, in finishing his course
But we are not like those people who turn back and are destroyed, but like those who have faith [in God] and obtain the salvation of their souls.
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But I do not consider my life to be of value, as precious to me, [when compared to the importance of] accomplishing my task and the mission I received from the Lord Jesus to declare the good news of God's unearned favor [through Christ].
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Stability » Seven notable examples of » Christ, in going to the cross
And these [new converts] continued regularly [to listen] to the teaching of the apostles and to share with them; they broke bread [in memory of Jesus] and continued praying.
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And it happened when the time came for Jesus to be taken up [to heaven] that He firmly determined to go to Jerusalem.
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Stability » Seven notable examples of » Josiah, in his duties as a king
Stability » Seven notable examples of » Peter and john
But Peter and John replied, "You decide whether it is right before God to listen to you men or to Him; we cannot help but speak about the things we have seen and heard."
Stability » Seven notable examples of » Three hebrew captives
Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » In persevering to the end
And we should not become tired of doing good things, for eventually we will receive [never ending life] if we do not give up.
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Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a large crowd of spectators [Note: Christians are pictured here as being in a crowded arena, performing in the games], we should lay aside every [excessive] weight and sin that so easily entangle us, and with perseverance, we should run the race [of life] that lies before us.
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"Just as the Father has loved me, [so] I have also loved you. You should continue to receive [or, respond to] my love. [Note: The next verse tells how this can be done].
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Now when the synagogue service was over, many of the Jews and devoted proselytes [i.e., converts to the Jewish religion] followed Paul and Barnabas, who urged them to continue accepting the unearned favor of God.
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I am coming soon [or, suddenly. See 2:16, 25; 3:3]. Hold on firmly to what you have [i.e., opportunity, obedience, steadfastness, etc.] so that no one takes away your crown [See 2:10].
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So, gather your thoughts together for action, take control of yourselves and focus your hope completely on God's unearned favor, which will be brought to you by Jesus Christ when He returns.
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To the ones who continue doing what is good and who look for glory, honor and immortal life [God will give] never ending life.
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But you should continue [to believe and practice] what you have learned and been convinced of, knowing those from whom you learned it. [Note: These persons would include Lois and Eunice (See 1:5), as well as Paul himself].
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Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » In moving forward toward the goal
But Jesus said to him, "Nobody who begins plowing [a field] and then looks back [i.e., in regret for beginning such an arduous task] is suited for [serving in] the kingdom of God."
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Brothers, I consider that I, myself, have not yet taken hold [of Christ's ultimate purpose for me]. But there is one thing that I am doing; I am forgetting about my past [See verses 5-7], and reaching forward to what lies ahead.
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Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » In enduring hardship
Notice that we consider those who endured [suffering with patience] to be blessed [by God]. You people have heard of Job's patience and have seen what the Lord finally did [for him]. The Lord is very compassionate and merciful.
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The person who perseveres under trials is blessed, because when he has been approved by God, he will receive the crown of [never ending] life, which God has promised to those who love Him.
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And you will be hated by everyone for being loyal to me. But the person who endures [this persecution by remaining faithful] to the end [of his life] is the one who will be saved [i.e., from spiritual and physical destruction].
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[For the suffering] you are enduring [is] for your discipline. God is dealing with you as He does with [His] children, for what child is not disciplined by his father?
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For those of you who put up with such suffering unjustly, because of your close relationship to God, are to be commended.
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You will be hated by all people because you belong to me, but the person who holds out [i.e., remains faithful to God] until the end [i.e., the end of this time of severe persecution] will be saved [from destruction].
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Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » Job, in his religious life
Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » A man of God, in refusing a reward
Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » Paul, in finishing his course
But we are not like those people who turn back and are destroyed, but like those who have faith [in God] and obtain the salvation of their souls.
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But I do not consider my life to be of value, as precious to me, [when compared to the importance of] accomplishing my task and the mission I received from the Lord Jesus to declare the good news of God's unearned favor [through Christ].
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Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » Christ, in going to the cross
And these [new converts] continued regularly [to listen] to the teaching of the apostles and to share with them; they broke bread [in memory of Jesus] and continued praying.
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And it happened when the time came for Jesus to be taken up [to heaven] that He firmly determined to go to Jerusalem.
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Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » Josiah, in his duties as a king
Steadfastness » Seven notable examples of » Peter and john
But Peter and John replied, "You decide whether it is right before God to listen to you men or to Him; we cannot help but speak about the things we have seen and heard."