29 Bible Verses about Duty
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so when you have done all that you were commanded to do, say, we are unprofitable servants; we have only done what was our duty to do.
let the husband discharge his obligations to his wife: and likewise the wife to the husband.
Children, obey your christian parents: for this is the law.
for every man must be answerable for his own actions.
if it be the ministry, let him attend on that ministry; and he that teacheth, on teaching; he that exhorteth,
I add, we that are better inform'd ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not study our own pleasure.
be you then entirely upon the watch: be insensible to toil: perform the work of an evangelist, and discharge your ministerial function.
will he think himself oblig'd to that servant for doing what he was order'd? I believe not.
Be mutually obsequious with christian respect.
if I then, tho' lord and master, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet.
for what have I to do to judge those who are without the church; but are not you to judge those that are within?
Let the presbyters that govern well receive a double salary, especially those who are employ'd in preaching and instructing.
to exhort you to feed the flock of God, which is among you: to take care of it, voluntarily, without reluctance, not from any view to sordid gain, but out of real affection;
men. You are free, don't let your liberty serve as a pretext for vice: but act as the servants
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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Duty » Pressure of » Rulers'
Duty » Daily » Husbands'
You husband, love your spouse, even as Christ loved the church, and laid down his life for her:
Duty » To brethren » Wives
but to lectures on virtue, that they may teach the young women prudence, to love their husbands,
as to the married, I enjoin this rule, not as from my self, but from the Lord, that a woman should not leave her husband:
let married women be submissive to their husbands, out of regard to the Lord.
Duty » Masters' » Of admonition
As to myself, I am persuaded, my brethren, that you abound in goodness, and in variety of knowledge, and are able to instruct one another.
This I don't write to give you any confusion, but by way of remonstrance, to you who are my dear children.
and you fathers don't exasperate your children: but instruct them in the discipline and institution of the Lord.
Let the christian doctrine be the familiar subject of your entertainment: in all wisdom instructing and exhorting one another, in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, melodiously tuning your grateful praises to God.
and we exhort you, brethren, reprove the disorderly, comfort the pusillanimous, support the weak, and be patient toward all men.
Duty » Masters' » Neglect of
but every one that heareth these instructions of mine, and practiseth them not, shall be compared to a fool who built his house upon the sand:
Duty » To brethren » To the weak
to the weak I became as weak, that I might gain the weak: I became all things to all men, that I might save all sorts of men.
and we exhort you, brethren, reprove the disorderly, comfort the pusillanimous, support the weak, and be patient toward all men.
my constant example has shown you that the disabled should be assisted by your labours, remembring the words of the Lord Jesus, who said, "it is a greater happiness to give than to receive."
I add, we that are better inform'd ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not study our own pleasure.
for I was prest with hunger, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye took care of me: I was in prison, and ye visited me.
Duty » To brethren » To enemies
therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing, you will heap coals of fire on his head .
but I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them who traduce you, and persecute you:
Duty » To brethren » To neighbours
If, agreeably to the scriptures, you observe that royal law, "thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self," you do well.
and the second, which has an affinity to it, is this: "you shall love your neighbour as yourself." there is no other commandment greater than these.
thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self." the benevolent never does wrong to his neighbour: therefore benevolence is the fulfilling of the law.
I add, we that are better inform'd ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not study our own pleasure. let every one of us consult the good of his neighbour to his edification.
Duty » Masters' » Of giving warning
and we exhort you, brethren, reprove the disorderly, comfort the pusillanimous, support the weak, and be patient toward all men.
Duty » Daily » Gathering the manna
Duty » Parents » To teach
Duty » Of man to man
Let your actions be such, with regard to others, as you should think reasonable with regard to yourselves, for this is the substance of the law and the prophets.
the king shall say to those on his right hand, come, ye blessed of my father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. for I was prest with hunger, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye took care of me: I was in prison, and ye visited me. read more.
then will the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when did we see thee in hunger, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? when did we see thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? or when did we see thee sick, or in prison, and visited thee? and the king will reply, I declare unto you, your having done this for one of the least of these my brethren, is the same thing as doing it for me. then will he say to those on the left, depart from me ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels. for I was prest with hunger, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me not in: naked, and ye clothed me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not. then will they answer, Lord, when did we see thee in hunger, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee? to this he will reply, I declare unto you, your not doing this for one of the least of these, is the same thing as not doing it for me. and these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal.
Then a doctor of the law stood up to try him, saying, master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? to whom he answered, how does the law run in that case? what do you find? he replied, 'tis thus, "thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, with all thy strength, and with all thy understanding; and thy neighbour as thy self." read more.
you have answered well, replied Jesus, do this, and you shall live. but he being desirous to clear himself, said to Jesus, but what is meant by our neighbour? to which Jesus answered, a certain man, as he was going from Jerusalem to Jericho, fell among thieves, who stripp'd him, and beat him, then march'd off leaving him half dead. a certain priest happen'd to be travelling that way, who look'd upon him, and then pass'd on. a Levite too came to the same place, gave him a look, and pass'd on. but a certain Samaritan being on the road, came where he was, and when he saw him, he took compassion on him, went up to him, dress'd his wounds by applying oil and wine, then set him upon his own mule, and brought him to an inn, where he took care of him. upon his departure the next day, he took out two denarii, and gave them to the master of the house, take care of him, said he, and I will repay you all the charges you are at, upon my return. 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.
Duty » Parents » To train
Duty » To brethren » Abounding
may the Lord make you increase and abound in mutual love, in love towards all men, as we do towards you:
If, agreeably to the scriptures, you observe that royal law, "thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self," you do well.
Duty » Masters' » Prompt payment of wages
Duty » Daily » Select readings ro 12; 1th 515-28
Don't allow any one to return evil for evil, but strive to do all the good you can to one another, and to all the world. be always chearful. pray upon all occasions. read more.
be thankful to God for every thing, for so christians are oblig'd to be. don't abuse the gifts of the spirit. don't despise the prophetic gift. bring every thing to the test: if it be proof, abide by that: if it has the least appearance of evil, reject it. Now may the God of peace make you intirely holy: may every part of you, your spirit, soul, and body be preserved irreprovable at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. he that has called you, is faithful, and this he will effect. My brethren, pray for us. salute all the brethren with an holy kiss. I conjure you by the Lord, that this epistle may be read to all our christian brethren. the favour of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. AMEN.
Duty » Pressure of » It makes the message imperative
and when Silas and Timothy were arriv'd from Macedonia, Paul with great concern remonstrated to the Jews, that Jesus was the Messiah:
in our Lord Jesus Christ. but now I am fix'd in my resolution to go to Jerusalem, without any apprehension of what may befal me there:
Duty » Formation (making) » Life to be transformed, not conformed
but as we lay aside the veil, the divine light gradually informs the mind, according as we attend to that spiritual sense, which points out the Lord.
and be not conformed to the present age: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may perceive what God requires of you is good, and acceptable, and perfect.
Duty » Parents » To control
obliging his children to behave with decorum.
a deacon must have but one wife, and govern his children, and the rest of the family in a proper manner.
Duty » To brethren » Fervent
You that have purified your souls by the holy spirit, in obeying the gospel, which obliges you to an undisguised benevolence, let your hearts be mutually affected with the most disinterested ardour;
Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth, is born of God, and knoweth God.
Duty » To brethren » Sincere
Let love be without dissimulation. abhor that which is evil, adhere to that which is good.
loves others hath fulfilled the law. for this, "thou shalt not commit adultery, thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, thou shalt not bear false witness, thou shalt not covet;" and whatever social precept there be, it is reduced to this single head,
Duty » Daily » Prayer
Duty » Parents » To provide for
This is the third time I purposed to come to you; but I will not be burdensome to you; for I seek not yours, but you: since it is not expected children should lay up for their parents, but parents for their children: on the contrary,
Duty » Pressure of » It sounds a woe in the ears of him who falters
for in barely preaching the gospel, I have nothing to glory in: because I am under an obligation to do it; yea, wo is unto me if I preach not the gospel.
Duty » To brethren » Impartial
Duty » Three-fold appropriation (taking) » The water of life
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.
Duty » Servants » Faithfulness
servants, be entirely obedient to those, whom the laws have made your masters, and not meerly out of regard to their observation, as designing only to please men, but from a principle of integrity, as fearing God:
Duty » Formation (making) » Danger of old ideals
as obedient children be no longer influenc'd by those passions, which were the effects of your former ignorance. but as he, who has called you, is holy: let your whole conduct be an imitation of his holiness.
Duty » Masters' » Just dealing
as for you, masters, give to your servants what is just and suitable: considering that you also have a master in heaven.
Duty » Servants » Respect for masters
Let those who are in a state of servitude, consider the entire respect due to their masters, that the name of God, and the doctrine of the gospel may not be blasphemed.
Duty » Servants » Obedience
Servants, be obedient to your legal masters, with awful reverence and sincerity of heart, as unto Christ:
Duty » Three-fold appropriation (taking) » Instruction
Duty » Donation (giving) » Give or lose
for whosoever will save himself, shall be a looser: and whosoever shall suffer loss for my sake, shall be a gainer.
Duty » Pressure of » It burns like an inward fire
Duty » To brethren » Unselfish
and the second has an affinity with it, "thou shalt love thy neighbour as thy self."
Duty » Masters' » Refraining from threats
and you masters have a just regard to them, by softning your authority: knowing that both their and your master is in heaven, where there is no respect of persons with him.
Duty » Daily » Reading of the word
Duty » Daily » Watchfulness
Duty » Servants » Patience in hard places
You that are servants, be subject to your masters with all reverence: not only to such as are kind and gentle,
Duty » Three-fold appropriation (taking) » Cup of salvation
Duty » Formation (making) » After the divine plan
Duty » Donation (giving) » With a free hand
heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: what ye have received gratis, give gratis.
Duty » Donation (giving) » As stewards
as good economists of the different dispensations of God, communicate to one another the gifts you have receiv'd.
Duty » Masters' » Consideration for employees
Duty » Daily » Exhortation
but exhort one another daily while the day lasts, lest any of you be hardned through the deceitfulness of sin.
Duty » Three-fold appropriation (taking) » Divine strength
Duty » Three-fold appropriation (taking) » All of life's opportunities
and he called ten of his servants, to whom he deliver'd ten pounds: improve that, said he, till I return.
Duty » Formation (making) » A perfect example
Duty » Donation (giving) » The blessedness of
my constant example has shown you that the disabled should be assisted by your labours, remembring the words of the Lord Jesus, who said, "it is a greater happiness to give than to receive."
Duty » Pressure of » It binds the soul to its task
Duty » To brethren » Christ's love the standard of
this is my commandment, that ye love one another, as I have loved you.
Duty » To brethren » Proof of discipleship
by this mutual love shall all men know that you are my disciples.
Duty » Daily » Performing of vows
Duty » Servants » Desire to please
Duty » Parents » To love
but to lectures on virtue, that they may teach the young women prudence, to love their husbands,
Duty » Daily » Cross-bearing
Then he said to the whole company, if any one will be my follower, let him renounce himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me.
Duty » Pressure of » It calls like the voice of a lion
Duty » Pressure of » It urges to haste
I must perform the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night is coming, when no man can work.
Parents » Duty » Example, good
especially when I reflect upon the sincerity of your faith, and the attachment your grand-mother Lois first show'd, and then your mother Eunice, examples which I am persuaded you will follow.
Parents » Duty » To teach
Parents » Duty » To train
Parents » Duty » To nurture
and you fathers don't exasperate your children: but instruct them in the discipline and institution of the Lord.
fathers, don't treat your children with severity, lest they be discourag'd.
Parents » Duty » To control
obliging his children to behave with decorum.
a deacon must have but one wife, and govern his children, and the rest of the family in a proper manner.
Parents » Duty » To provide for
This is the third time I purposed to come to you; but I will not be burdensome to you; for I seek not yours, but you: since it is not expected children should lay up for their parents, but parents for their children: on the contrary,
Parents » Duty » To love
but to lectures on virtue, that they may teach the young women prudence, to love their husbands,
Topics on Duty
Afflicted, Duty To Them
Acts 12:5thus Peter was kept in prison, but the Church prayed to God, without ceasing, for him,
Aliens, Believers Duty
Hebrews 13:2be not unmindful of hospitality: for thereby some have unknowingly entertained angels.
Daily Duty
Hebrews 10:11While the high priest in his daily administrations frequently repeated the same sacrifices which could by no means expiate sin;
Hospitality, A Duty Of God's People
Hebrews 13:2be not unmindful of hospitality: for thereby some have unknowingly entertained angels.
Human Duty To Glorify God
Romans 15:6that ye may unanimously with one voice glorify God, even the father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Husbands Duty To Wives
1 Peter 3:7You husbands, do you on your part behave with prudence towards your wives: who being of a more delicate make, ought to be treated with the greater tenderness: and consider they are equally intitled to the evangelical gifts, that your prayers may not be frustrated.
Jury Duty
Matthew 5:33-37Again, ye have heard that it hath been said to the antients, "Thou shalt not for swear thy self, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths."
Parents Duty To Children
Titus 2:4but to lectures on virtue, that they may teach the young women prudence, to love their husbands,
Poor, Duty To
Ephesians 4:28let him that stole, steal no more: but rather let him labour, to encrease his fortune with his own hands, that he may have wherewithal to relieve the needy:
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