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for I have given you example, that you might behave to one another, as I have to you.
this will conciliate the divine favour. and this is the condition of your vocation, since Christ himself has suffer'd for us,
don't give occasion to any to despise your youth: but be a pattern to believers in your discourse, in your behaviour, by your charity, faith and chastity.
In all things show yourself a pattern of virtue: in teaching shewing uncorruptness,
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Abasement » Examples of » Sennacherib
Abasement » Examples of » Nineveh
Abasement » Examples of » Nebuchadnezzar
Abasement » Examples of » Belshazzar
Abasement » Examples of » Pharaoh
Abasement » Examples of » Haman
Ablution » Cleanliness » Examples of
for the Pharisees, and the Jews in general, in pursuance of their antient traditions, never eat till they have wash'd their hands up to their elbows.
Angels » Examples of » Meekness
whereas Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil, he disputed about the body of Moses, did not take the liberty to inveigh against him, but said, "the Lord rebuke thee."
whereas the angels, who are of superiour power and dignity, don't inveigh against one another.
Apostates » Examples of
for Damas, out of love to this world has abandon'd me, and is gone to Thessalonica: Crescens, to Galatia: and Titus, to Dalmatia.
Awakenings and religious reforms » Revivals (select reading, isa chap 35) isa 35 » Examples of
and as the divine assistance accompany'd them, a great number of persons believed and became converts.
then they that embraced his doctrine, were baptized: and there were about three thousand converts made that very day.
the people attended with great unanimity, hearing his discourses, and observing the miracles he wrought.
Baptism » Examples of » Administered by john the baptist
the baptism of John, whence was it? was it a divine or a human Institution? and they reasoned thus with themselves, if we say, it was divine; he will say, then, why did ye not believe him?
the Publicans likewise came to be baptized, and said to him, master, how are we to act?
and baptized, while John was likewise baptizing in Enon, near Salim, it being a place abounding with water: so that people came to be baptized there.
you know, how his fame spread from Galilee through all Judea, after the baptism which John had preach'd:
Baptism » Examples of » Of Christ
When all the people were baptizing, Jesus was likewise baptized, and whilst he was praying, the clouds opened,
At that time Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in Jordan.
Baptism » Examples of » Philippian jailer and household
at the same time of night he washed their stripes, and immediately he was baptized, he, and all that belong'd to him.
Baptism » Examples of » Lydia of thyatira
so that having been baptized with her family, she made us this request, if you think me sincere in my profession, pray come and lodge at my house; and she prevail'd upon us.
Baptism » Examples of » Believers at pentecost
then they that embraced his doctrine, were baptized: and there were about three thousand converts made that very day.
Baptism » Examples of » Believers in corinth
the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his family, as well as many of the Corinthians, who heard Paul, and were baptized.
Baptism » Examples of » The ethiopian eunuch
so he order'd the charioteer to stop: and they went down into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him.
Baptism » Examples of » Converts in samaria
but when they had embraced the doctrine of Philip, concerning the kingdom of the Messias, and the authority of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.
Baptism » Examples of » Ephesian disciples
when they heard this, they were initiated by baptism into the christian profession.
Baptism » Examples of » Saul of tarsus
immediately there fell from his eyes something like scales, and he recover'd his sight; upon which he instantly arose, and was baptized.
Battle of Life » Divine protection in the battle » Examples of
Beggars » Examples of
the neighbours therefore, and they who before had seen him begging, said, is not this he that used to sit begging?
they were carrying a man who had been lame from his birth, one whom they daily laid at the gate of the temple called, Beauty-gate, to ask alms of those that pass'd into the temple.
At length they came to Jericho, and as he was leaving Jericho, accompanied by his disciples, and a great number of people, a blind man called Bartimeus sat begging in the high-way.
a certain beggar named Lazarus, was lying at his gate, and tho' cover'd with ulcers, the very dogs came and fawned upon him.
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To solomon
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » Hezekiah prospered
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To david
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To job
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To jehoshaphat
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To isaac
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To the widow of zerephath
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To uzziah
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To elijah » Fed by ravens
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To elijah » By an angel
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To asa
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » Hezekiah restored to health
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To jacob
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To jotham
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To obed-edom
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To the israelites » In egypt
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To abraham
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To daniel
Blessing » Temporal » From God » Examples of » To noah, at the time of the flood
Boldness » Boldness, holy » Examples of
Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were illiterate, and of the lower rank of men, they were surpriz'd; but tho' they knew that they had been Jesus's disciples,
one Joseph of Arimathea, an honourable senator, who was himself in expectation of the kingdom of God, ventur'd to come and wait upon Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus.
When they had prayed, the place where they were assembled, trembled; they were all filled with the holy spirit, and they spake the word of God with boldness.
and he openly preach'd in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Hellenists, who therefore plotted against his life:
however the apostles stay'd there a considerable time, being inspir'd with great resolution by the Lord, who gave his attestation to the evangelical doctrine, by the prodigys and miracles, which he did by their hands.
Bribery » Examples of
and when they were assembled with the senators, and had consulted together, they gave a large sum of money to the soldiers, thus instructing them;
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » David
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » Joseph
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » moses
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The philippian jailer
at the same time of night he washed their stripes, and immediately he was baptized, he, and all that belong'd to him.
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The good samaritan
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.
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The barbarians
where the inhabitants, as much barbarians, as they were, receiv'd us with great humanity. they kindled a fire, and secur'd us from the falling rains, as well as the cold:
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » Boaz
Brotherly love » Special teachings concerning » Examples of
being more particularly afflicted at his having said, "they should see his face no more." and then they conducted him to the ship.
who have for my life readily exposed their own: to whom not only I, but all the churches of the Gentiles too give thanks.
I shall be glad to sacrifice myself and all I have for your service, even tho' it should happen that the more I love you, the less I should be beloved.
Business life » Integrity » Examples of
Business life » Dishonesty » Examples of
Business life » Contracts » Examples of
Catholicity » Examples of
then Peter said, can we refuse the water of baptism to such as have received the holy spirit as well as we?
Now when the apostles who were at Jerusalem, heard that the Samaritans had embraced the word of God, they sent Peter and John,
Having heard this, they were appeas'd, and glorified God, saying, God has then granted salvation likewise to the gentiles, on the terms of their repentance.
wherefore my opinion is not to disquiet the Gentile converts: but only to write to them,
I owe what service I can do to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians, to the learned, and to the illiterate.
Cleanliness » Examples of
for the Pharisees, and the Jews in general, in pursuance of their antient traditions, never eat till they have wash'd their hands up to their elbows.
Contracts » Examples of
Conversion » Of the gentiles » Examples of
when the Gentiles heard this, they received the word with joy, glorifying the Lord: and as many as were dispos'd to eternal life, believed.
all the Jewish converts, who came with Paul, were astonished to see that the gift of the holy spirit was diffused likewise among the Gentiles.
but as they oppos'd him with invectives, he shook his garment, and said, "you your selves be answerable for your own destruction, I am clear: and for the future I shall address my self to the Gentiles."
The seventh angel sounded, and there were great voices in heaven, crying, "the kingdom of this world is become the kingdom of our Lord, and of his Christ, and he shall reign for ever and ever."
In the mean time, the apostles, and the brethren, who were in Judea, heard that the Gentiles had likewise receiv'd the word of God.
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Job
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Josiah
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Ahab
Conviction of sin » Examples of » The ninevites
Conviction of sin » Examples of » The prodigal son
then the son said to him, father, I have sinned against heaven, and against you, I am no longer worthy to be called your son.
Conviction of sin » Examples of » The publican
but the Publican, who stood a good way lower, not daring to lift up even his eyes to heaven, only smote his breast, and said, O God, be merciful to me, who am a sinner.
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Peter
and the cock crowed for the second time. then Peter calling to mind that expression of Jesus, "before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice," he cover'd his head and wept.
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Israel in ezra's time
Counsel » Wise » Examples of
I counsel thee to purchase of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayst be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayst be cloathed, and that the shame of thy nakedness may not appear; and an ointment for thine eyes to make you see clear.
Whilst he was sitting on the tribunal, his wife sent this message to him, pray, have nothing to do with that just man: for to-day I have suffered very much on his account in a dream.
Counsel » Wives » Examples of
Whilst he was sitting on the tribunal, his wife sent this message to him, pray, have nothing to do with that just man: for to-day I have suffered very much on his account in a dream.
Courage » Examples of » David
Courage » Examples of » Christ
'Twas by faith that the parents of Moses conceal'd him for three months after his birth, because they saw he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king's edict.
stubborn people, whose hearts and ears like the uncircumcised, are always averse to the holy spirit: as your fathers did, so do ye.
then said Pilate to him, won't you give me an answer? don't you know that it is in my power to crucify you, or to release you? Jesus answered, you could not have any power over me, except you deriv'd it from above: therefore they who delivered me into your hands are the most culpable.
by faith he left Egypt without being apprehensive of the king's resentment: for he remain'd firm, as if he saw him who is invisible.
Courage » Examples of » Daniel
Courage » Examples of » Caleb
Courage » Examples of » The three captives
Courage » Examples of » Jonathan
Courage » Examples of » Nehemiah
Cruelty » Examples of
in consequence of this order he thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks.
Cursing » Examples of
then he fell to solemn imprecations, and swore, "I don't know the man." and immediately the cock crew:
Dishonesty » Examples of
Disobedience » Examples of
Dissimulation » Examples of
they watch'd then, and suborn'd spies, who under pretence of their tender consciences, might ensnare him in his discourse, and so betray him to the civil power and jurisdiction of the governor.
if you will move it then to the tribune in the name of the Sanhedrim, to send him here to-morrow, under colour of examining his affair with more solemnity, we shall take care to dispatch him, and make a short end of his journey."
Drunkenness » Examples of » Other examples
but if the servant should say within himself, my master delays his return; and fall a beating his fellow-servants, indulging himself in eating and drinking to excess.
for in eating every one strives to take his own supper first, and while one is hungry, another is surfeited.
Drunkenness » Examples of » Nabal
Drunkenness » Examples of » Uriah
Drunkenness » Examples of » benhadad
Drunkenness » Examples of » Watchmen of israel
Drunkenness » Examples of » Elah
Drunkenness » Examples of » Noah
Drunkenness » Examples of » Ahasuerus
Drunkenness » Examples of » Kings of israel
Envy » Forbidden » Examples of
Evil » Slander » Examples of
for John the Baptist, when he came, abstain'd from bread and wine; yet you say, he is possess'd with a demon.
Fasting » Examples of » Israel
Fasting » Examples of » Elijah
Fasting » Examples of » -ezra
Fasting » Examples of » moses
Fasting » Examples of » Daniel
there having fasted forty days and forty nights, he at length grew hungry.
Fasting » Examples of » Paul and barnabas
and after they had by prayers and fastings establish'd Pastors for them in every church, they recommended them to the Lord in whom they had believed.
while they were waiting for day, Paul advis'd the whole company to take some refreshment: "these fourteen days, said he, you have been very abstemious, and not made a meal:
Fasting » Examples of » Christ
Now Jesus being full of the holy spirit, return'd from Jordan, and was led by the spirit into the desart, being forty days tempted by the devil, without eating any thing all that while: but that time expired, he at last was seiz'd with hunger.
Fasting » Examples of » Paul
then Cornelius said, it is now four days ago that I was fasting, and while I was at prayers in my house, about the ninth hour, a man in bright attire presented himself before me,
Fasting » Examples of » Leaders in the church at antioch
as they were ministring to the Lord, and fasting, the holy spirit said to them, separate me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have destin'd them. accordingly, after having fasted and prayed they gave them imposition of hands, and dismiss'd them.
Filial honour » Examples of » Jesus
However Jesus went down with them to Nazareth, and was subject to them: and his mother kept all these things in her heart.
In the mean time the mother of Jesus, and her sister Mary, the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene, were standing by the cross. when Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing by, he said to his mother, woman, behold thy son.
Filial honour » Examples of » Sons of jonadab
Filial honour » Examples of » Elisha
Filial honour » Examples of » Joseph
Filial honour » Examples of » David
Filial honour » Examples of » Solomon
Forsaking God » Examples of
Gentiles » Conversion of » Examples of
when the Gentiles heard this, they received the word with joy, glorifying the Lord: and as many as were dispos'd to eternal life, believed.
all the Jewish converts, who came with Paul, were astonished to see that the gift of the holy spirit was diffused likewise among the Gentiles.
but as they oppos'd him with invectives, he shook his garment, and said, "you your selves be answerable for your own destruction, I am clear: and for the future I shall address my self to the Gentiles."
The seventh angel sounded, and there were great voices in heaven, crying, "the kingdom of this world is become the kingdom of our Lord, and of his Christ, and he shall reign for ever and ever."
In the mean time, the apostles, and the brethren, who were in Judea, heard that the Gentiles had likewise receiv'd the word of God.
Glorifying God » Duty of » Examples of
who will not fear thee, O Lord, and glorify thy name? for thou only art holy: and all nations shall come to adore thee; because thy judgments have been display'd."
"thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory, and honour, and power: for thou hast created all things, by thy WILL they subsist, and were created."
insomuch that the people wondred when they perceived the dumb to speak, the maimed to be heal'd, the lame to walk, and the blind to see: and they glorified the God of Israel.
God » Trust in » Examples of
yet I am not ashamed, for I know in whom I have confided, and I am persuaded he is able to keep what I have committed to him against that day.
for to that end we expose ourselves to trouble and reproach, because we hope in the living God, who is the saviour of all men, especially of believers.
God » Love to » Examples of
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.
God » Mercy of » Examples of
God » Protection of » Examples of
God » God's Judgments » Drought » General references to » Examples of
Good » Works encouraged » Examples of
I know thy works, thy labour, and thy patience, and that thou canst not bear those who are evil: thou hast tried those who say they are apostles, but are not; and hast found them lyars:
At Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha, that is in Greek, Dorcas: this woman was very active in all the offices of benevolence and charity.
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.
never forgetting the effects of your faith, your charitable offices, and the constancy of your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ; of which God is our witness.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
and the child grew in stature and in all the improvements of the mind; he was stor'd with wisdom, and was the object of divine favour.
in the mean time Jesus increas'd in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The thessalonians
We are oblig'd, my brethren, to render thanks to God continually upon your account, as it is but just; since your faith still improves, and your mutual love is always increasing.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy samuel
spiritual Growth » Examples of » John the baptist
Now the child continued to grow, and greatly improv'd in sense; and was in the desarts till the time, when he was to be manifested to Israel.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » Paul
however Saul still gain'd ground, and confounded the Jews of Damascus, proving that Jesus was the Messias.
divine Guidance » Promised to the obedient » Examples of
in obedience to the king, they departed, and immediately the star which they saw in the east, moved on before them, till it came to the place where the infant was, and then stood still.
Hardness (of heart) » Examples of
then he looking with indignation at those about him, being concern'd at their disingenuous perverse temper, he said to the man, stretch out your hand, which he did, and his hand become sound.
afterwards he appear'd to the eleven, as they were all sitting at table, and he reproved them for their incredulity and obstinacy in not giving credit to those, who had seen him after his resurrection.
Hatred » Examples of » Of the saints
then shall they deliver you up to torments, and to death: and ye shall be hated by all nations upon my account.
if you were of the world, the world would love its own: but because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world does hate you.
blessed are you, when men shall hate you, discard you, reproach you, and treat you as infamous, for your attachment to the son of man.
I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.
Hatred » Examples of » Of Christ
whereupon they fell into a rage, and consulted together, what measures to take against Jesus.
but he being hated by the citizens, after he was gone, they sent a deputation to court, to make this protest, "we will not have him for our king."
the world cannot hate you; but me it hateth, because I plainly show, that their works are evil.
so that the passage is fulfilled that is written in their law, "they hated me without a cause."
Hatred » Examples of » Haman
Hatred » Examples of » The jews
for even we ourselves were once inconsiderate, disobedient, deluded, addicted to variety of passions and pleasures, living in malice and envy, the deserving objects of mutual hatred.
when it was day, some Jews, that had form'd a conspiracy, engag'd themselves by an oath, not to eat, or drink, till they had kill'd Paul.
Hatred » Examples of » Esau
Hatred » Examples of » Joseph's brethren
Hatred » Examples of » Herodias
upon which John told him, "it is not lawful for you to have your brother's wife." which Herodias resented, and form'd a design against his life, but could not execute it;
Hatred » Examples of » Ahab
Hindrances » Opposers » Examples of
but as they oppos'd him with invectives, he shook his garment, and said, "you your selves be answerable for your own destruction, I am clear: and for the future I shall address my self to the Gentiles."
Moses did not meet with greater opposition from Jannes and Jambres, than truth does from men so corrupted in their mind, and so adulterated in their faith.
but Elymas (a name which signifies Magus) opposed them, endeavouring to seduce the proconsul from the faith.
Hindrances » Faith tested » Examples of
Honesty » Integrity » Examples of
Honour » Examples of » From God
if any man would serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there also shall my servant be: whoever serves me, him will my father reward.
Honour » Examples of » Jesus
However Jesus went down with them to Nazareth, and was subject to them: and his mother kept all these things in her heart.
In the mean time the mother of Jesus, and her sister Mary, the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene, were standing by the cross. when Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing by, he said to his mother, woman, behold thy son.
Honour » Examples of » Sons of jonadab
Honour » Examples of » Elisha
Honour » Examples of » Joseph
Honour » Examples of » David
Honour » Examples of » Solomon
Hope » Messianic » Examples of
one Joseph of Arimathea, an honourable senator, who was himself in expectation of the kingdom of God, ventur'd to come and wait upon Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus.
Humiliation of sinners » Examples of
Humility » Examples of » Men
Humility » Examples of » The syrophenician woman
'tis true, Lord, said she: yet even puppies eat of the crumbs which fall from their master's table.
is preferred before me, the latchet of whose sandals I am not worthy to unloose.
Humility » Examples of » King solomon
Humility » Examples of » Paul
it is a proposition worthy to be believ'd, and be embrac'd by all, that Jesus Christ is come into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the greatest.
Humility » Examples of » King david
Humility » Examples of » King saul
Humility » Examples of » jacob
Humility » Examples of » John the baptist
but John opposed him, I have need, said he, to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?
Humility » Examples of » The centurion
the centurion answered, Lord, I am not worthy the honour of such a visit: do but give the word, and my servant is sav'd.
Idolatrous » priests » Examples of
Impenitence » Examples of
Injustice » Examples of
at which the high priest Ananias order'd those that were near him to strike him on the face:
Insight » Examples of » The wise man
Insight » Examples of » Nehemiah
Insight » Examples of » David
Insight » Examples of » The shunammite woman
Insight » Examples of » Peter
then Peter thus began, now I plainly perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Insight » Examples of » The samaritan woman
Insight » Examples of » Jesus
but Jesus perceiving their reflexions, said to them, what do you mean by such insinuations?
Inspiration » Examples of » Of the bible
The REVELATION of Jesus Christ, which God gave him, to shew to his servants things which must shortly come to pass; this he signified by his angel whom he dispatch'd to his servant John:
and a new song was sung before the throne, and before the four animals, and the elders: and no one could learn that song, but the hundred forty four thousand, who were ransom'd from the earth.
for all divinely inspired writings are conducive to instruction, to conviction, to reformation, and the practice of virtue;
Inspiration » Examples of » Ezekiel
and one of them named Agabus foretold by the spirit, that there should be a great famine, thro' all the world: which accordingly happen'd in the reign of Claudius Cesar.
when taking Paul's girdle, he bound his own feet and hands, and said, "thus saith the holy spirit, so shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man, that owns this girdle, and deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles."
Inspiration » Examples of » Micaiah
Inspiration » Examples of » Jeremiah
Inspiration » Examples of » balaam
Inspiration » Examples of » Zechariah
Inspiration » Examples of » The seventy elders
Inspiration » Examples of » David
Instability » Examples of
for till certain Jews came thither from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles; but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, for fear of those, who were for circumcision:
so that as the sun arose it was scorched, and for want of root, withered away.
after which Paul and his company set out from Paphos to Perga in Pamphilia, where John quitted them in order to return to Jerusalem.
Instruction » Of children encouraged » Examples of
and that from your infancy you were acquainted with the sacred writings, which point you the way to salvation, by believing in Christ Jesus:
Intemperance » Examples of » Excess, general references to
for the time past of your lives may suffice, to have liv'd in conformity to the Gentile customs, in impurity, licentiousness, sottishness, in dissolute festivals, and the criminal rites of idolaters.
they place their felicity in daily pleasure: they are a vile scandal to religion: when they are present at your love-feasts they indulge their luxury:
drunkenness, revellings, and such like, concerning which I forewarn you now, as heretofore I have done, that they who practise such vices, shall not inherit the kingdom of God.
Intemperance » Examples of » Drunkards, general references to
Intemperance » Examples of » Other examples
but if the servant should say within himself, my master delays his return; and fall a beating his fellow-servants, indulging himself in eating and drinking to excess.
for in eating every one strives to take his own supper first, and while one is hungry, another is surfeited.
Intemperance » Examples of » Nabal
Intemperance » Examples of » Uriah
Intemperance » Examples of » benhadad
Intemperance » Examples of » Watchmen of israel
Intemperance » Examples of » Elah
Intemperance » Examples of » Noah
Intemperance » Examples of » Ahasuerus
Intemperance » Examples of » Kings of israel
Intoxication » Examples of » Drunkards, general references to
Intoxication » Examples of » Other examples
but if the servant should say within himself, my master delays his return; and fall a beating his fellow-servants, indulging himself in eating and drinking to excess.
for in eating every one strives to take his own supper first, and while one is hungry, another is surfeited.
Intoxication » Examples of » Nabal
Intoxication » Examples of » Uriah
Intoxication » Examples of » benhadad
Intoxication » Examples of » Watchmen of israel
Intoxication » Examples of » Elah
Intoxication » Examples of » Noah
Intoxication » Examples of » Ahasuerus
Intoxication » Examples of » Kings of israel
Israel » Defence of in battle » Examples of
Kindness » Examples of » David
Kindness » Examples of » Joseph
Kindness » Examples of » moses
Kindness » Examples of » The good samaritan
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.
Kindness » Examples of » The barbarians
where the inhabitants, as much barbarians, as they were, receiv'd us with great humanity. they kindled a fire, and secur'd us from the falling rains, as well as the cold:
Kindness » Examples of » Boaz
Lamentations » Examples of » For the miseries of israel
Lamentations » Examples of » For josiah
Lamentations » Examples of » For king saul
Lamentations » Examples of » For jacob
Lamentations » Examples of » For the slaughtered innocents
"In Rama was a cry heard, weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not."
Lamentations » Examples of » For jephthah's daughter
Lamentations » Examples of » For the jews
Lamentations » Examples of » For Christ
who was followed by a great crowd of people, and several women, who beat their breasts and lamented him.
Lamentations » Examples of » For stephen
and some devout men who carried Stephen to his burial, making great lamentation over him.
Love » Love, brotherly special teachings concerning » Examples of
being more particularly afflicted at his having said, "they should see his face no more." and then they conducted him to the ship.
who have for my life readily exposed their own: to whom not only I, but all the churches of the Gentiles too give thanks.
I shall be glad to sacrifice myself and all I have for your service, even tho' it should happen that the more I love you, the less I should be beloved.
Love » Special teachings concerning » Examples of
being more particularly afflicted at his having said, "they should see his face no more." and then they conducted him to the ship.
who have for my life readily exposed their own: to whom not only I, but all the churches of the Gentiles too give thanks.
I shall be glad to sacrifice myself and all I have for your service, even tho' it should happen that the more I love you, the less I should be beloved.
Malice » Examples of
When they heard these things, they were transported with rage, and gnashed their teeth against him.
when they were come to a place called Golgotha, a word which signifies a skull,
Man's » Examples of » The father of the demoniac
and one of the crowd answer'd, master, I have brought to you my son, who is possess'd with a dumb spirit, which no sooner comes on him, but it throws him down: then the child foams, gnashes his teeth, and grows meager.
the sick man answered him, sir, I have nobody to put me into the pool when the water has been agitated: but while I am coming, another steppeth down before me.
Man's » Examples of » The disciples in the storm
whilst Jesus was at the stern, asleep on a pillow: upon which they awak'd him, crying out, master, have you so little concern to let us sink? then he rose,
perceived his disciples had much ado to bear up against the wind, which was contrary; about the fourth watch of the night, he came up, and would have pass'd by them.
Man's » Examples of » The sick woman
Now there was a woman, who had been affected with an hemorrhage twelve years: having suffered much from several physicians, she had spent all her fortune, and instead of being any thing the better, she rather grew worse.
Man's » Examples of » The psalmist
Man's » Examples of » Paul and his companions on the sea
For several days, we had not seen either sun or stars: the tempest still bore hard: all our hopes of escape quite sunk,
Man's » Examples of » Peter in prison
now the very night preceding the day which Herod design'd for his execution, Peter bound with two chains, was sleeping between two soldiers, while the other guards secured the prison door; when an angel of
Man's » Examples of » The disciples facing a hungry multitude
there is a lad here, who hath five barley-loaves, and two small fishes: but what are they among so many?
Meekness » Examples of » Christ's
saying, " tell ye the daughter of Sion, behold, thy king cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting on an ass, even a colt, the fole of an ass."
I who am a person of a mean presence, when among you, but exert myself upon your account, when absent; I Paul intreat you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, not to let me exert that authority,
take my yoke upon you, and learn to be meek like me, and of an humble temper: and ye shall enjoy tranquillity of mind.
but Jesus said to him, put up your sword in its place: for all that take to the sword, shall perish by the sword.
Meekness » Examples of » Jeremiah
Meekness » Examples of » David
Meekness » Examples of » Paul
At my first defence, I had no assistance, for every body deserted me. I wish it may never be laid to their charge.
Meekness » Examples of » moses
Meekness » Examples of » Stephen
and on his knees he cried with a loud voice, "Lord, lay not this sin to their charge." and having said this, he expired.
Ministers » Work of preaching » Examples of
for to this end was the gospel preach'd to those, who are now dead, that after having suffer'd the loss of this frail life from men, they might enjoy an immortal life with God.
preaching the kingdom of God, and instructing them in all things relating to the Lord Jesus Christ, with the utmost freedom, without being molested.
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.
At that time appeared John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea,
Then I saw another angel fly in the mid-heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those that dwell on the earth, to every nation, tribe, province, and people, crying with a loud voice,
Murder » Examples of
Then Herod perceiving he was abused by the Magi, was full of indignation, and sent a detachment who slew all the children that were in Bethlehem and its territory, being under the age of two years, according to the limited time he had learnt of the Magi.
then they dragg'd him out of the city, and stoned him: the false witnesses having laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul.
Murmuring » Examples of
Music » Youthful » Singing » Examples of
At midnight Paul and Silas went to prayers, and sang praises to God, which the other prisoners heard:
and they sung a new song, saying, "thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood, out of every tribe, and language, and people, and nation;
Obedience » Examples of » Christ's example of
your love to me will be in keeping my commandments: even as I love my father by keeping his commandments.
not that he has any thing against me, but that the world may know that I love the father, by my executing the commands which my father gave me: arise, let us go hence.
for as by one man's disobedience many receiv'd the punishment of sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many receive the reward of the righteous.
for tho' he was the son of God, yet he found by his own sufferings what it was to obey,
he immediately adds, "lo, I come to do thy WILL, O God." he abolishes the first to establish the second:
Obedience » Examples of » hezekiah
Obedience » Examples of » Abraham
Obedience » Examples of » Bezaleel
Obedience » Examples of » Paul
your christianity is very well known in the world. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you as expert in that which is good, as unpractis'd in what is evil.
Obedience » Examples of » Joseph and mary
and when they had performed every thing required by the divine law, they returned into Galilee, to Nazareth their city.
immediately after he had had this vision, we endeavoured to go into Macedonia, concluding from thence, that the Lord had called us to publish the gospel there. we embark'd therefore at Troas,
Obedience » Examples of » Noah
Obedience » Examples of » Joshua
Obedience » Examples of » Christ
for tho' he was the son of God, yet he found by his own sufferings what it was to obey,
Opposers » Opposers, hinder religious work » Examples of
but as they oppos'd him with invectives, he shook his garment, and said, "you your selves be answerable for your own destruction, I am clear: and for the future I shall address my self to the Gentiles."
Moses did not meet with greater opposition from Jannes and Jambres, than truth does from men so corrupted in their mind, and so adulterated in their faith.
but Elymas (a name which signifies Magus) opposed them, endeavouring to seduce the proconsul from the faith.
Oppression » Examples of
hark! what a noise there is of hire, of which you cheated the labourers, who gather'd in your harvest! the cries of the reapers have reach'd even the Lord of the celestial militia.
Patience » Examples of
so that you are the subject of our glorying in the churches of God, for the constancy of your faith, under all the persecutions and afflictions you endure from men,
we pronounce those happy, who have so endur'd. you have heard of the constancy of Job, you know with what success he was crown'd by the Lord, who is all mercy and compassion.
I know thy works, thy labour, and thy patience, and that thou canst not bear those who are evil: thou hast tried those who say they are apostles, but are not; and hast found them lyars:
I JOHN, who am your brother, and partake in the tribulation, in the reign, and in the patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony I gave of Jesus Christ.
Patriotism » Examples of
Spiritual perception » Examples of » The wise man
Spiritual perception » Examples of » Nehemiah
Spiritual perception » Examples of » David
Spiritual perception » Examples of » The shunammite woman
Spiritual perception » Examples of » Peter
then Peter thus began, now I plainly perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Spiritual perception » Examples of » The samaritan woman
Spiritual perception » Examples of » Jesus
but Jesus perceiving their reflexions, said to them, what do you mean by such insinuations?
Power » Examples of » Elijah
Power » Examples of » jacob
Power » Examples of » The dying thief
then said he to Jesus, Lord, remember me when you enter into your kingdom.
Power » Examples of » Early disciples
When they had prayed, the place where they were assembled, trembled; they were all filled with the holy spirit, and they spake the word of God with boldness.
Prayer » Examples of » Promises of answers to
if ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask what ye will, and you shall obtain it.
Prayer » Examples of » Hezekiah, at the invasion of sennacherib
Prayer » Examples of » Elijah
Prayer » Examples of » jacob
Prayer » Examples of » Paul, for the ephesians
for this cause I bow my knees unto the father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
Prayer » Examples of » jacob » at peniel
Prayer » Examples of » David, when denied the privilege of building the temple
Prayer » Examples of » Abraham, for sodom
Prayer » Examples of » Solomon, at the dedication of the temple
Prayer » Examples of » Habakkuk's prayer
Prayer » Examples of » Solomon, at gibeon
Prayer » Examples of » the lord's prayer,
After this manner do you therefore pray: "Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. thy kingdom come.
Prayer » Examples of » The dying thief
then said he to Jesus, Lord, remember me when you enter into your kingdom.
Prayer » Examples of » Daniel
Prayer » Examples of » Early disciples
When they had prayed, the place where they were assembled, trembled; they were all filled with the holy spirit, and they spake the word of God with boldness.
Prayer » Examples of » Christ's intercessory prayer
Jesus having said this, lift up his eyes to heaven, and said, "father, the hour is come; glorify thy son, that thy son also may glorify thee.
Prayer » Examples of » Ezra, for the sins of the people
Preaching » Examples of
for to this end was the gospel preach'd to those, who are now dead, that after having suffer'd the loss of this frail life from men, they might enjoy an immortal life with God.
preaching the kingdom of God, and instructing them in all things relating to the Lord Jesus Christ, with the utmost freedom, without being molested.
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.
At that time appeared John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea,
Then I saw another angel fly in the mid-heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those that dwell on the earth, to every nation, tribe, province, and people, crying with a loud voice,
Presumption » Examples of
but whoever shall renounce me before men, he shall be renounc'd before the angels of God.
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » The luxurious king
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » The natural man
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » The men after the flood
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » Bold » Business man
As for you, who affirm, "to-day, or, to-morrow we will go to such a city, we will stay there a whole year, there we will traffic, and find our account."
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » The rich fool
this will I do, said he, I will pull down my barns, and build greater: and there I will bestow all my rich product.
Pride » Examples of » Haman
Pride » Examples of » Spiritual, examples of
you say you are rich, and have increased your gain, and have need of nothing; but you do not consider that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked.
the Pharisee in a standing posture pray'd thus by himself, O God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men, a robber, a cheat, an adulterer, or like that Publican.
Jesus said to them, if you were blind, you would be excusable; but since you own that you see, you stand convicted.
Pride » Examples of » Jewish pride, as the chosen nation
let your actions therefore show your repentance, and don't pretend to say within yourselves, "we have Abraham for our father:" for I tell you that God is able of these stones to raise up children to Abraham.
they answered him, we are Abraham's offspring, and were never slaves to any man: why then do you say, "ye shall be made free?"
they answered him, Abraham is our father. if you were Abraham's children, said Jesus, you would act like Abraham.
then they reviled him, and said, thou art his disciple; but we are Moses disciples.
you think you are a guide to the blind, a light to those who are in darkness,
Pride » Examples of » Belshazzar
Pride » Examples of » hezekiah
Pride » Examples of » Uzziah
Pride » Examples of » Naaman
Pride » Examples of » Nebuchadnezzar
Pride » Examples of » Pharaoh
Prophets » Examples of » Sent by God as divine messengers
he sent out his servants to call those that were invited to the wedding: but they would not come.
Prophets » Examples of » Schools of
Prophets » Examples of » Ezekiel
and one of them named Agabus foretold by the spirit, that there should be a great famine, thro' all the world: which accordingly happen'd in the reign of Claudius Cesar.
when taking Paul's girdle, he bound his own feet and hands, and said, "thus saith the holy spirit, so shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man, that owns this girdle, and deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles."
Prophets » Examples of » Micaiah
Prophets » Examples of » Jeremiah
Prophets » Examples of » balaam
Prophets » Examples of » Zechariah
Prophets » Examples of » The seventy elders
Prophets » Examples of » David
Proselytes » Examples of
Some of them believed, and join'd themselves to Paul and Silas, besides a great number of Greek proselytes, and several women of distinction.
when the assembly was separated, many Jews and religious proselytes followed after, to whom the apostles address'd themselves, and exhorted them to persevere in the divine dispensation.
this proposition pleased the whole assembly: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the holy spirit, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch.
Divine protection » Examples of
Punishments » Stoning » Examples of
Now some Jews being arriv'd from Antioch and Iconium, work'd so upon the people, that they stoned Paul, and dragg'd him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.
Thus they stoned Stephen, while he was calling upon God, and saying, "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit."
Rashness » Examples of
Religion » Hypocrisy, an ever present element in false religion » Examples of
to which Jesus replied, thou hypocrite, who is there among you that scruples to untie his ox or his ass, and lead him from the stall to water on the sabbath-day?
this he said, not out of any concern for the poor; but because being purse-bearer he used to pilfer what was in bank.
for such as these serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own selfishness; and by flourish and flattery, deceive the open-hearted simple.
but Jesus perceiving their malice, said, why, hypocrites, would you insnare me?
Hypocrites, you can judge of the phoenomena of the earth, and of the sky, but why can't you discern the present times?
Repentance » Examples of » Ascribed to God (change of purpose)
Repentance » Examples of » Fasts proclaimed in connection with
Repentance » Examples of » Job
Repentance » Examples of » Josiah
Repentance » Examples of » Ahab
Repentance » Examples of » The ninevites
Repentance » Examples of » The prodigal son
then the son said to him, father, I have sinned against heaven, and against you, I am no longer worthy to be called your son.
Repentance » Examples of » The publican
but the Publican, who stood a good way lower, not daring to lift up even his eyes to heaven, only smote his breast, and said, O God, be merciful to me, who am a sinner.
Repentance » Examples of » Peter
and the cock crowed for the second time. then Peter calling to mind that expression of Jesus, "before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice," he cover'd his head and wept.
Repentance » Examples of » Israel in ezra's time
Restitution » Examples of
but Zaccheus address'd himself to Jesus, and said, Lord, half my estate I give to the poor; and if I have wrong'd any man, I will give him four times the value.
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ foretold
from that time began Jesus to let his disciples know that he should go to Jerusalem, there suffer many indignities from the senators, chief priests, and scribes, be put to death, and be raised again the third day.
and deliver him up to the Gentiles, to be insulted, scourged, and crucified: but the third day he shall rise again.
as they were going down the mountain, he order'd them not to tell any body what they had seen, till the son of man was raised from the dead:
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ, a central truth of the gospel
Great was the power by which the apostles attested the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and they were all greatly favoured by the people.
we are witnesses of all his transactions, both in Judea, and at Jerusalem. however, they put him to death, even that of the cross. but God raised him up the third day, and shewed him openly, not to all the people, but to those witnesses, which God had before chosen: to us, I say, who did eat and drink with him after he rose from the dead.
but as to his holy spirit miraculously declared to be the son of God, by his resurrection from the dead:
him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by means of the wicked, have crucified and slain: whom God hath raised up, having delivered him from the pains of death: because it was not possible that he should be overpower'd by it.
but ye renounced him that was holy and just; you interceeded for the life of a murderer, but killed the prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses.
Resurrection » Examples of » Some infallible proofs of Christ's
to whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion, of which they had many proofs, during the forty days he appear'd to them, and inform'd them about the reign of the Messias:
accordingly they went, and having clapt a seal upon the stone, they posted a guard to secure the sepulchre.
and when he had so said, he show'd them his hands and his side. the disciples were therefore extremely glad when they saw it was the Lord.
behold my hands, and my feet. for I am bodily present, touch me and consider me; for a spirit has not flesh and bones, as you see me have:
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ announced by angels
he is not here: he is risen according to his word: come, see the place where the Lord was laid.
but he said to them, don't be frightned: you look for Jesus the Nazarene: he is risen, he is not here: see the place where he lay.
he is not here, but is risen: remember what he told you, when he was yet in Galilee,
Resurrection » Examples of » Saints at the time of the crucifixion
immediately the damsel arose, and walked, for she was twelve years of age: and they were struck with astonishment.
Resurrection » Examples of » Dead man restored to life at touch of elisha's bones
Resurrection » Examples of » Son of the widow of zarephath
Resurrection » Examples of » Son of the shunammite
Resurrection » Examples of » Jairus' daughter
but when the company were turn'd out, he went in, and grasping her hand, the maid rose up.
Resurrection » Examples of » Lazarus of bethany
and he that was dead came forth, his body wrapt in a winding sheet: and his face bound about with a napkin. loose him, said Jesus, and let him go.
Resurrection » Examples of » Son of the widow of nain
and the deceased sat up, and began to speak, and Jesus delivered him to his mother.
Resurrection » Examples of » Dorcas
but Peter turn'd them all out, and kneeled down and prayed, then turning towards the body, Tabitha, said he, arise immediately. she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.
Retaliation » Examples of
his disciples James and John observing this, said, Lord, shall we command fire to descend from heaven, as Elias did, in order to consume them?
Retribution » Examples of
Revivals » Isa 35 » Examples of
and as the divine assistance accompany'd them, a great number of persons believed and became converts.
then they that embraced his doctrine, were baptized: and there were about three thousand converts made that very day.
the people attended with great unanimity, hearing his discourses, and observing the miracles he wrought.
Riches, spiritual » General references to » Examples of
as sorrowful, though always cheerful; as poor, tho' inriching many; as having nothing, though contented with every thing.
"I know thy works, thy tribulation and poverty (tho' thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of satan.
for you are sensible of the beneficence of our Lord Jesus Christ; powerful as he was, for your sake he became poor, that you through his poverty might be made rich.
in your being enriched by him in every gift, with all that light and knowledge,
Righteousness » Examples of
they were both of them sincerely pious; observing all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord; with unspotted reputation.
and 'tis my endeavour to preserve a conscience free from reproach both with respect to God, and with respect to men.
being then a widow of about fourscore and four years old: she was assiduously in the temple, night and day religiously employ'd in fastings and prayers:
Sacraments » Examples of » Administered by john the baptist
the baptism of John, whence was it? was it a divine or a human Institution? and they reasoned thus with themselves, if we say, it was divine; he will say, then, why did ye not believe him?
the Publicans likewise came to be baptized, and said to him, master, how are we to act?
and baptized, while John was likewise baptizing in Enon, near Salim, it being a place abounding with water: so that people came to be baptized there.
you know, how his fame spread from Galilee through all Judea, after the baptism which John had preach'd:
Sacraments » Examples of » Of Christ
When all the people were baptizing, Jesus was likewise baptized, and whilst he was praying, the clouds opened,
At that time Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in Jordan.
Sacraments » Examples of » Philippian jailer and household
at the same time of night he washed their stripes, and immediately he was baptized, he, and all that belong'd to him.
Sacraments » Examples of » Lydia of thyatira
so that having been baptized with her family, she made us this request, if you think me sincere in my profession, pray come and lodge at my house; and she prevail'd upon us.
Sacraments » Examples of » Believers at pentecost
then they that embraced his doctrine, were baptized: and there were about three thousand converts made that very day.
Sacraments » Examples of » Believers in corinth
the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his family, as well as many of the Corinthians, who heard Paul, and were baptized.
Sacraments » Examples of » The ethiopian eunuch
so he order'd the charioteer to stop: and they went down into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him.
Sacraments » Examples of » Converts in samaria
but when they had embraced the doctrine of Philip, concerning the kingdom of the Messias, and the authority of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.
Sacraments » Examples of » Ephesian disciples
when they heard this, they were initiated by baptism into the christian profession.
Sacraments » Examples of » Saul of tarsus
immediately there fell from his eyes something like scales, and he recover'd his sight; upon which he instantly arose, and was baptized.
Salutations » Examples of
as they were making the way to his disciples, Jesus himself met them, and said, I salute you. and they came, and embraced his feet, and worshipped him.
the angel, upon his arrival, said to her; "Hail, favorite of heaven, the Lord is with thee: thou happiest of thy sex."
Secret discipleship » Examples of
after this, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus, but for fear of the Jews a conceal'd one, pray'd Pilate to let him take away the body of Jesus: and Pilate gave him leave: so he went and took the body of Jesus.
Now one of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, was there, a ruler of the Jews: who came to Jesus by night, and said to him, rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher sent from God: for no man can perform the miracles that you do, except God be with him.
nevertheless there were many even among the chief rulers, who believed on him; but they did not own it publickly for fear the Pharisees should excommunicate them.
Seekers » Examples of
there were certain Greeks, who address'd themselves to Philip, who was of Bethsaida in Galilee, saying, sir, we would fain see Jesus.
Seeking God » Examples of
there were certain Greeks, who address'd themselves to Philip, who was of Bethsaida in Galilee, saying, sir, we would fain see Jesus.
Selfishness » Examples of » Cain's cold-blooded words concerning abel
Selfishness » Examples of » The priest and levite carelessly pass by the wounded man
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.
and one of you should thus address him; "go and prosper, I wish you a warm fire, and a full meal:" without relieving his wants, would he be the better for your wish?
the most consult their private advantage, and neglect the dispensation of Jesus Christ.
Selfishness » Examples of » Haman's selfish conceit
for they load men with intolerable impositions, and will not take the least pains to ease them of the burthen: they do nothing but out of ostentation,
Selfishness » Examples of » Nabal refuses food to david
Selfishness » Examples of » James and john seek the best places
they replied, when you are in your glory, grant that we may sit, the one on your right hand, and the other on your left.
Separation » In israel, of the physically unclean and diseased from the » Examples of
Singing » Examples of
At midnight Paul and Silas went to prayers, and sang praises to God, which the other prisoners heard:
and they sung a new song, saying, "thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood, out of every tribe, and language, and people, and nation;
Slander » Examples of
for John the Baptist, when he came, abstain'd from bread and wine; yet you say, he is possess'd with a demon.
Social life » Wedding feasts » Examples of
as they were making the way to his disciples, Jesus himself met them, and said, I salute you. and they came, and embraced his feet, and worshipped him.
the angel, upon his arrival, said to her; "Hail, favorite of heaven, the Lord is with thee: thou happiest of thy sex."
Spiritual » Blindness » Examples of
but if your eye be bad, your whole body will be dark: if therefore that, which should be light to you, be dark; how great is that darkness?
let them alone: they are blind leaders of the blind. now if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.
ye blind fools, which is most sacred, the gift, or the altar that makes the gift sacred?
besides, their minds were greatly prejudiced: for that very veil would still have obstructed the understanding of the old testament, unless it had been taken away by Christ.
Spiritual » Riches general references to » Examples of
as sorrowful, though always cheerful; as poor, tho' inriching many; as having nothing, though contented with every thing.
"I know thy works, thy tribulation and poverty (tho' thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of satan.
for you are sensible of the beneficence of our Lord Jesus Christ; powerful as he was, for your sake he became poor, that you through his poverty might be made rich.
in your being enriched by him in every gift, with all that light and knowledge,
Stealing » Examples of
Stoning » Examples of
Now some Jews being arriv'd from Antioch and Iconium, work'd so upon the people, that they stoned Paul, and dragg'd him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.
Thus they stoned Stephen, while he was calling upon God, and saying, "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit."
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of
they were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword: they wandred about in sheepskins, and goat-skins, being destitute, afflicted, tormented:
When he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they maintain'd.
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Zechariah
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Abel
from the blood of Abel to that of Zacharias, who perished between the altar and the temple: yes, I assure you, this generation shall be responsible for it all.
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » John the baptist
but immediately dispatch'd the proper officer with orders to bring the head of John the Baptist.
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Stephen
then they dragg'd him out of the city, and stoned him: the false witnesses having laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul.
Sympathy » The marks of true » Examples of
many of the Jews came to Martha and Mary, to condole with them upon the loss of their brother.
Taxes » Examples of
And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute for the temple came to Peter, and said, does not your master pay tribute?
Thankfulness » Examples of
the brethren there having had news of us, came as far as Appiiforum, and the Three inns to meet us: whom when Paul saw, he gave thanks to God, and was greatly encourag'd.
I offer thanks to Jesus Christ our Lord, who qualified me for the ministry he has plac'd me in, for having appointed me to such a trust,
The Nation » Stoning » Examples of
Now some Jews being arriv'd from Antioch and Iconium, work'd so upon the people, that they stoned Paul, and dragg'd him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.
Thus they stoned Stephen, while he was calling upon God, and saying, "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit."
The Nation » Bribery » Examples of
and when they were assembled with the senators, and had consulted together, they gave a large sum of money to the soldiers, thus instructing them;
The Nation » Payment of taxes (tribute) » Examples of
And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute for the temple came to Peter, and said, does not your master pay tribute?
spiritual Thirst » Examples of
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And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute for the temple came to Peter, and said, does not your master pay tribute?
Trust in God » Examples of
yet I am not ashamed, for I know in whom I have confided, and I am persuaded he is able to keep what I have committed to him against that day.
for to that end we expose ourselves to trouble and reproach, because we hope in the living God, who is the saviour of all men, especially of believers.
Unity » Examples of
Now the whole body of believers were but one heart, and one soul: no one look'd upon what he possessed, as his own, but every thing was held in common.
and unanimously persevere in prayer with the women, Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brethren being present.
Thus were many signs and wonders wrought among the people, by the apostles, who us'd to meet in Solomon's porch with great unanimity:
Unwise prayers » Examples of
and he said to her, what would you have? grant, said she, when you are upon the throne, that these my two sons may sit, the one on thy right hand, and the other on the left.
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Virtues » Industry » Examples of
and being of the same trade, he liv'd with them, and follow'd the business of tent-making. every sabbath he disputed in the synagogue,
Vows » Examples of
Paul still continued a considerable time at Corinth, and then taking his leave of the brethren, he set sail for Syria, with Priscilla and Aquila, who had his head shav'd in Cenchrea upon account of a vow.
Warnings » Examples of
Do you then, my dear brethren, being thus forewarn'd, take care not to be seduc'd by those prophane impostors, and so lose the reward of your constancy.
Take care that you be not deaf to him that speaketh: for if they did not escape, who disregarded the oracles pronounc'd on earth, much less shall we escape, if we turn away from him that delivered the oracles from heaven:
Witnesses, false » Examples of
when he appear'd, the Jews, who were come from Jerusalem presented themselves before Festus, and loaded Paul with abundance of accusations, which they were not able to prove.
they suborned men, who said, we have heard him speak irreverently of Moses, and of God.
so they took the money, and did as they were directed: and this report is still current among the Jews at this day.
but not finding them, they dragg'd Jason and some of the brethren to the magistrates, crying out, these that have been every where the disturbers of the publick peace, are come hither also, and have been entertain'd by Jason.
there were indeed several, who depos'd what was false against him: besides, what they deposed was insufficient.
Witnessing to the truth » Examples of
Great was the power by which the apostles attested the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and they were all greatly favoured by the people.
it was of him that John bare witness, when he made this declaration, "this was he of whom I said, he that cometh after me, was before me; for he did indeed exist before me."
but by the divine favour I am still preserv'd alive, testifying to the small and to the great nothing but what Moses and the prophets have predicted should happen: "that Christ should suffer:
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and being of the same trade, he liv'd with them, and follow'd the business of tent-making. every sabbath he disputed in the synagogue,
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,
why? because they sought it not by faith, but indeed by the works of the law: for they stumbled at that stumbling-stone;
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.
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.
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.
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:
Works, good » Encouraged » Examples of
I know thy works, thy labour, and thy patience, and that thou canst not bear those who are evil: thou hast tried those who say they are apostles, but are not; and hast found them lyars:
At Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha, that is in Greek, Dorcas: this woman was very active in all the offices of benevolence and charity.
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.
never forgetting the effects of your faith, your charitable offices, and the constancy of your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ; of which God is our witness.
FALSE » Witnesses » Examples of
when he appear'd, the Jews, who were come from Jerusalem presented themselves before Festus, and loaded Paul with abundance of accusations, which they were not able to prove.
they suborned men, who said, we have heard him speak irreverently of Moses, and of God.
so they took the money, and did as they were directed: and this report is still current among the Jews at this day.
but not finding them, they dragg'd Jason and some of the brethren to the magistrates, crying out, these that have been every where the disturbers of the publick peace, are come hither also, and have been entertain'd by Jason.
there were indeed several, who depos'd what was false against him: besides, what they deposed was insufficient.
Topics on Examples Of
Abuse Of Authority, Examples Of
James 2:6but you, who despise the poor, are not you oppress'd by the rich? is it not they who drag you to their tribunals?
Adoration, Examples Of
Revelation 4:8-11the four animals had each of them six wings about him, and they were full of eyes within; and they never ceas'd day and night, crying, HOLY, HOLY, HOLY, Lord God ALMIGHTY, WHO WAS, WHO IS, AND WHO WILL BE. and when those animals gave glory,
Adultery, Examples Of
John 4:17the woman answered, I have no husband. Jesus replied, you were in the right to say you have no husband:
Afflicted Saints, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:25chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
Alienation, Examples Of
Acts 15:39and the contention was so sharp between them, that they separated: so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed to Cyprus.
Anxiety, Examples Of
Mark 9:5-6then Peter thus address'd himself to Jesus, master, it is proper for us to be here: let us make therefore three tabernacles, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elias.
Banquets, Examples Of
Luke 5:29Levi having prepared a handsom entertainment in his own house for him, a great number of publicans, and others, were likewise at table.
Barrenness, Examples Of
Luke 1:7they had no children, because Elizabeth was steril, and they were both advanced in years.
Bitterness, Examples Of
Luke 15:30whereas this son of yours, who has eat up his fortune among a pack of loose creatures, is no sooner come but you must kill the fatted calf for him.
Blasphemy, Examples Of
Luke 22:65and besides all this, they loaded him with the most impious invectives.
Boldness Examples Of
Mark 15:43one Joseph of Arimathea, an honourable senator, who was himself in expectation of the kingdom of God, ventur'd to come and wait upon Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus.
Borrowing, Examples Of
Luke 22:10-12he answered, when you are in the city, you will meet a man with a pitcher of water; follow him to the house, where he goes in:
Bribery, Examples Of
Matthew 27:3-9At the same time, Judas who had betrayed him, finding that he was condemned, repented, and carried back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and senators, saying,
Children, examples of
Matthew 1:23a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel," that is to say, God our Saviour.
Children, Good Examples Of
Luke 1:80Now the child continued to grow, and greatly improv'd in sense; and was in the desarts till the time, when he was to be manifested to Israel.
Church, Examples Of
Acts 11:26where they resided a whole year with that church, and instructed abundance of disciples, and these disciples were the first that were denominated Christians.
Compassion, Examples Of
John 11:19many of the Jews came to Martha and Mary, to condole with them upon the loss of their brother.
Condemnation, Examples Of
Revelation 20:11-15Then I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose presence the earth and the heaven fled away, so that they disappear'd.
Confession, Examples Of
Luke 5:8at sight of this, Simon Peter fell on his knees before Jesus, and said, Lord, withdraw from such a sinful man as I:
Confusion, Examples Of
Acts 21:31as they were busy upon his execution, news came to the commander of the cohort, that the whole city was in an uproar.
Contempt, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 10:10(for 'tis objected that my letters are weighty and powerful, but my bodily presence weak, and my preaching
Conversion, examples of
Acts 9:1-19Saul still breathing out nothing but threats and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord,
Cruelty, examples of
Romans 1:28-31As they did not seek the favour of God, by worshipping him, God gave them over to a depraved sense, to act unworthy of human nature;
Death Of The Saints, Examples Of
Luke 23:43Jesus answer'd, verily I tell you, this day thou shalt be with me in paradise.
Death Of The Wicked, Examples Of
Acts 1:18but after he had purchased a field with the reward of his iniquity, he fell down, his belly burst, and all his bowels gushed out:
Despondency, Examples Of
Luke 24:13-17The same day two of them went to a village named Emmaus, which was distant about threescore furlongs from Jerusalem:
Diligence, Examples Of
Luke 8:15but by the good ground is meant such persons as have received the doctrine with simplicity and sincerity, abide by it, and practise it with perseverance.
Disappointments, Examples Of
Matthew 19:22but when the young man heard that, he went away dejected: for he had great possessions.
Divine Protection, Examples Of
Revelation 7:3saying, "hurt not the earth, nor the sea, nor the trees, till we have sealed the servants of our God in their foreheads."
Drunkenness, Examples Of
1 Corinthians 11:21-22for in eating every one strives to take his own supper first, and while one is hungry, another is surfeited.
Edification, Examples Of
Luke 22:32but as for thee, I have pray'd that you faith may not fail. do you in return establish thy brethren.
Education, Examples Of
Acts 7:22at length Moses was instructed in all the sciences of the Egyptians, and had great influence by his counsels and actions.
encouragement, examples of
Acts 11:22-23Of this the church at Jerusalem being appriz'd, they order'd Barnabas to go to Antioch;
Endurance, Examples Of
1 Corinthians 4:12we are fatigu'd by our manual toil: when reviled, we pray: when persecuted, we don't repine:
Examples Of Confidence
Matthew 26:33-35Peter thereupon said, tho' all the rest should abandon you, I never will.
Examples Of Deceit
Matthew 2:8and he sent them to Bethlehem, go, said he, make an exact enquiry about the young child, and when ye have found him, let me know it, that I too may come and pay my adorations to him.
Examples Of Escaping
2 Corinthians 11:33but thro' a window I was let down in a basket by the wall, and so escap'd.
Examples Of Faith
Hebrews 11:4'Twas by faith that Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he was declared righteous, God himself having testified that he accepted his offering, and after he died for his faith, he was not silent.
Examples Of Fathers' Love
Ephesians 6:4and you fathers don't exasperate your children: but instruct them in the discipline and institution of the Lord.
Examples Of Fearful Men
John 19:4-16Pilate therefore went out again, and said to them, observe, I bring him out to you, to acquaint you that I find no fault in him.
Examples Of Good Servants
John 13:15for I have given you example, that you might behave to one another, as I have to you.
Examples of Leadership
Hebrews 13:7Remember those who have the rule over you, who have preach'd to you the word of God: imitate their faith; consider their conduct, and the exit they made.
Examples Of Life In The Spirit
Matthew 4:1Then was Jesus led up by the Spirit into the wilderness, to be tempted by the devil:
Examples Of Love For Children
Luke 2:41-51Now his parents went every year to Jerusalem at the paschal feast.
Examples Of Mothers' Love
John 19:25In the mean time the mother of Jesus, and her sister Mary, the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene, were standing by the cross.
Examples Of Patriotism
Hebrews 11:13-16These all died in faith, without receiving what was promised, having only a distant view of what they eagerly expected, professing to live as strangers and pilgrims in the land.
Examples of secret prayer
Matthew 6:6but you, when you pray, enter into your closet, and when you have shut the door, pray to your father who is with you in your retirement, and your father who observeth the actions of your retirement shall reward you.
Examples Of Ungodly Men
2 Peter 2:6since he condemn'd the cities of Sodom and Gomorrha to an entire subversion, and reduc'd them to ashes, to make them serve for examples to future impiety:
Extortion, Examples Of
Matthew 18:28but this very servant presently after met with one of his fellow-servants, who owed him an hundred pence: and violently seizing him, said, pay me the debt.
Faithfulness, Examples Of
Galatians 3:9so that it is they who believe, who are blessed with Abraham, who did believe.
False Accusations, Examples Of
Matthew 1:19but Joseph her husband, being a good-natur'd man, and unwilling to expose her to publick shame, he designed to put her away privately.
False Confidence, Examples Of
Matthew 26:35but Peter said, though it should cost me my life, I never will disown you. and so said all the disciples.
False Miracles, Examples Of
Acts 8:9-11One Simon was then resident in that place, who pretended to be something extra-ordinary, and by his magical practices had so enchanted the people of Samaria,
False Prophets, Examples Of
Revelation 2:20notwithstanding, I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezabel, who stiles herself a prophetess, and teaches and seduces my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed to idols.
False Teachers, Examples Of
Revelation 2:14but I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there those that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who counselled Balac to ensnare the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed to idols, and to commit fornication.
False Witnesses,examples Of
Acts 6:8-13Now Stephen full of grace and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.
Families, Examples Of
John 11:1-5Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, who was of Bethany, the town of Mary, and of Martha her sister.
Famine, Examples Of
Acts 7:11in the mean time a famine spread over all the land of Egypt and Chanaan, so that our fathers did not know where to get provisions.
Fasting, Examples Of
Matthew 9:14Then John's disciples came to him and said, why do the Pharisees, as well as we, observe so many fasts, and your disciples keep none?
Fathers, Examples Of
Luke 1:5-20In the time of Herod, the king of Judea, there was a certain priest, named Zacharias, of the family of Abia, whose wife; nam'd Elizabeth, was of the race of Aaron:
Fear Of God, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:7'Twas by faith that Noah being divinely warned of unforeseen events, with a religious concern built an ark to the preservation of his family; whereby the world became inexcusable, and he obtained the reward of that righteousness which is by faith.
Folly, Examples Of
Matthew 23:16-17wo unto you, ye blind guides, who say, if any man swear by the temple he is under no obligation: but if he swear by the gold of the temple, he is bound by his oath.
Friendship, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 2:13I was so uneasy in my mind for not finding Titus my brother, that taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.
Godly Fear, Examples Of
Acts 9:31Then the churches in all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria, were unmolested and establish'd, and by their religious conduct, and the assistance of the holy spirit, grew more extensive.
Guidance, Examples Of God's
Acts 7:36he it was, who delivered them by doing prodigies and miracles in the land of Egypt, in the red sea, and in the wilderness for forty years.
Hope, Examples Of
Romans 4:18he it was who against hope believed in hope, that he should become the father of many nations, according to what was told him, "so shall thy posterity be:"
Hospitality, Examples Of
Matthew 9:10and while Jesus was at table in Matthew's house, several publicans and loose people happen'd to come in, who sat down with him and his disciples.
Humility, Examples Of
Matthew 3:14but John opposed him, I have need, said he, to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?
Hunger, Examples Of
Acts 10:10and being seiz'd with hunger, he would have had something to eat: but while they were making it ready, he fell into a trance,
Hypocrisy, Examples Of
Matthew 2:7Then Herod having privately sent for the Magi, enquired of them the exact time when the star appeared.
Ignorance Towards God, Examples Of
Luke 23:34and Jesus said, "father, forgive them; for they know not what they do." then they divided his raiment among them by throwing lots,
Immorality, Examples Of Sexual
1 Corinthians 5:1we have it from all quarters, that incest is practis'd among you, and such as is not among the Gentiles, that of a man's having his father's wife.
Industry, Examples Of
Acts 18:3and being of the same trade, he liv'd with them, and follow'd the business of tent-making. every sabbath he disputed in the synagogue,
Ingratitude, Examples Of
Luke 17:17-18and Jesus said to him, were not all the ten healed? where then are the other nine?
Injustice, Examples Of
Mark 7:9-13You are in the right, said he, to abolish the laws of God, to make way for such traditions.
Innocence, Examples Of
1 Peter 2:22leaving an example for your exact imitation, he who never offended, and from whose lips no fallacy was ever utter'd,
Integrity, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 4:2renouncing all secret dishonesty, and void of all artifice, I deliver the word of God unadulterated, and recommend my self by urging the truth home to every man's conscience, as in the presence of God.
Intercession, Examples Of
John 17:1-7Jesus having said this, lift up his eyes to heaven, and said, "father, the hour is come; glorify thy son, that thy son also may glorify thee.
Love Of Jesus, Examples Of
Luke 22:32but as for thee, I have pray'd that you faith may not fail. do you in return establish thy brethren.
Love to Others, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:25chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;
Magical Arts, Examples Of
Acts 8:9One Simon was then resident in that place, who pretended to be something extra-ordinary, and by his magical practices had so enchanted the people of Samaria,
Malice, Examples Of
Mark 6:19which Herodias resented, and form'd a design against his life, but could not execute it;
Martyrdom, Examples Of
Matthew 23:35so that you maybe charg'd with all the innocent blood shed upon earth, from the blood of Abel the just, unto the blood of Zacharias, the son of Barachias, whom ye slew between the temple and the altar.
Meekness, Examples Of
Matthew 11:29take my yoke upon you, and learn to be meek like me, and of an humble temper: and ye shall enjoy tranquillity of mind.
Mercy, Examples Of
Luke 9:55but Jesus turn'd, and rebuked them, saying, you don't know by what spirit you are moved.
Missionary Work, Examples Of
2 Peter 2:5since he did not spare the old world, having preserved only eight persons, including Noah, that preacher of virtue, when he brought the deluge upon the impious world:
Mothers, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:23'Twas by faith that the parents of Moses conceal'd him for three months after his birth, because they saw he was a beautiful child; and they were not afraid of the king's edict.
Motives, Examples Of
Philippians 1:15-18it is true, there are some who preach Christ out of a spirit of envy and contention; but others do it out of pure affection.
Oppression, Examples Of
James 2:6but you, who despise the poor, are not you oppress'd by the rich? is it not they who drag you to their tribunals?
Pilgrims, Examples Of
Acts 7:4-5thereupon he went out of Chaldea, and dwelt in Charran: from thence, after his father's death, he removed him to this very country where you now dwell.
Praise, Examples Of
Luke 10:21At that very time Jesus fell into a divine transport, and said, "I magnify thee, O father, the Lord of heaven and earth, for having conceal'd these things from the artful and the crafty, whilst thou hast reveal'd them to the unskilful. justly, O father, hast thou thus dispens'd thy favour."
Pride, Examples Of
Matthew 23:6-7they affect the uppermost place at feasts, the principal chair in the synagogues,
Repentance, Examples Of
Acts 2:38Peter replied, repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the holy spirit.
Responsibility, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:7'Twas by faith that Noah being divinely warned of unforeseen events, with a religious concern built an ark to the preservation of his family; whereby the world became inexcusable, and he obtained the reward of that righteousness which is by faith.
Revenge, Examples Of
Luke 6:11whereupon they fell into a rage, and consulted together, what measures to take against Jesus.
Rising Early, Examples Of
Mark 1:35On the morrow rising up, while it was yet dark, he went out, and retired into a solitary place, where he prayed.
Selfishness, Examples Of
Mark 10:37they replied, when you are in your glory, grant that we may sit, the one on your right hand, and the other on your left.
Sloth Examples Of
Acts 17:21now the Athenians, and the foreigners residing at Athens generally amus'd themselves about nothing, but hearing and spreading of news.
Steadfastness, Examples Of
Luke 9:51Now the time of his assumption drawing nigh, he was fix'd in his resolution to go to Jerusalem:
Throne, Examples Of
Hebrews 1:8but to the son he saith, "God is thy throne for ever and ever; the sceptre of thy kingdom is a sceptre of equity.
Unbelief, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:31by faith Rahab having given the spies a safe reception, escap'd being destroyed with unbelievers, tho' she had led a dissolute life.
Zealousness, Examples Of
Luke 8:39saying, go home, and relate, what great things God hath done for you. whereupon he departed, and published through all the city, what a wonderful deliverance Jesus had wrought for him.
