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For I have given you an example, so that you may do just as I have done to you.
For it was to this that you were called! For Christ, too, suffered--on your behalf--and left you an example, that you should follow in his steps.
Do not let any one look down on you because you are young, but, by your conversation, your conduct, your love, your faith, and your purity, be an example to those who hold the Faith.
Above all, set an example of doing good. Show sincerity in your teaching, and a serious spirit;
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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 indeed all strict Jews, will not eat without first scrupulously washing their hands, holding in this to the traditions of their ancestors.
Angels » Examples of » Meekness
Yet even Michael, the Archangel, when, in his dispute with the Devil, he was arguing about the body of Moses, did not venture to charge him with maligning, but said merely 'The Lord rebuke you!'
even where angels, though excelling them in strength and power, do not bring against them a malignant charge before the Lord.
Apostates » Examples of
for Demas, in his love for the world, has deserted me. He has gone to Thessalonica, Crescens to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia.
Awakenings and religious reforms » Revivals (select reading, isa chap 35) isa 35 » Examples of
The power of the Lord was with them, so that a great number who had learned to believe came over to the Lord's side.
So those who accepted his teaching were baptized, and about three thousand people joined the disciples on that day alone.
The people, one and all, listened attentively to what Philip told them, when they heard of, and saw, the miracles which he was working.
Baptism » Examples of » Administered by john the baptist
It is about John's baptism. What was its origin? divine or human?" But they began arguing among themselves: "If we say 'divine,' he will say to us 'Why then did not you believe him?'
Even tax-gatherers came to be baptized, and said to John: "Teacher, what are we to do?"
John, also, was baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because there were many streams there; and people were constantly coming and being baptized.
You yourselves know the story which spread through all Judea, how, beginning form Galilee, after the baptism which John proclaimed--
Baptism » Examples of » Of Christ
Now after the baptism of all the people, and when Jesus had been baptized and was still praying, the heavens opened,
Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan, to John, to be baptized by him.
Now about that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan.
Baptism » Examples of » Philippian jailer and household
And that very hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds, and he himself and every one belonging to him were baptized without delay.
Baptism » Examples of » Lydia of thyatira
And, when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us to become her guests. "Since you have shown your conviction," she said, "that I really am a believer in the Lord, come and stay in my house." And she insisted on our doing so.
Baptism » Examples of » Believers at pentecost
So those who accepted his teaching were baptized, and about three thousand people joined the disciples on that day alone.
Baptism » Examples of » Believers in corinth
Crispus, the President of the Synagogue, came to believe in the Lord, and so did all his household; and many of the Corinthians, as they listened to Paul, became believers in Christ and were baptized.
Baptism » Examples of » The ethiopian eunuch
So he ordered the carriage to stop, and they went down into the water--both Philip and the Treasurer--and Philip baptized him.
Baptism » Examples of » Converts in samaria
However, when they came to believe Philip, as he told them the Good News about the Kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.
Baptism » Examples of » Ephesian disciples
Baptism » Examples of » Saul of tarsus
Instantly it seemed as if a film fell from Saul's eyes, and his sight was restored. Then he got up and was baptized,
Battle of Life » Divine protection in the battle » Examples of
Beggars » Examples of
Upon this his neighbors, and those who had formerly known him by sight as a beggar, exclaimed: "Is not this the man who used to sit and beg?"
This man used to be set down every day at the gate of the Temple called 'the Beautiful Gate,' to beg of those who went in.
They came to Jericho. When Jesus was going out of the town with his disciples and a large crowd, Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the road-side.
Near his gateway there had been laid a beggar named Lazarus, who was covered with sores,
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
When the Council saw how boldly Peter and John spoke, and found that they were uneducated men of humble station, they were surprised, and realized that they had been companions of Jesus.
Joseph from Ramah, a Councillor of good position, who was himself living in expectation of the Kingdom of God, came and ventured to go in to see Pilate, and to ask for the body of Jesus.
When their prayer was ended, the place in which they were assembled was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to tell God's Message fearlessly.
Talking and arguing with the Jews of foreign birth, who, however, made attempts to kill him.
Therefore Paul and Barnabas spent a long time there, and spoke out fearlessly, relying upon the Lord, who confirmed the Message of his Love by permitting signs and wonders to take place at their hands.
Bribery » Examples of
So they and the Councillors met and, after holding a consultation, gave a large sum of money to the soldiers,
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » David
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » Joseph
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » moses
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The philippian jailer
And that very hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds, and he himself and every one belonging to him were baptized without delay.
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The good samaritan
He went to him and bound up his wounds, dressing them with oil and wine, and then put him on his own mule, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » The barbarians
The natives showed us marked kindness, for they lit a fire and took us all under shelter, because it had come on to rain and was cold.
Brotherly kindness » Examples of » Boaz
Brotherly love » Special teachings concerning » Examples of
God will bear me witness how I yearn over you all with the tenderness of Christ Jesus.
Grieving most of all over what he had said--that they would never see his face again. Then they escorted him to the ship.
Who risked their own lives to save mine. It is not I alone who thank them, but all the Churches among the Gentiles thank them also.
For my part, I will most gladly spend, and be spent, for your welfare. Can it be that the more intensely I love you the less I am to be loved?
Business life » Integrity » Examples of
Business life » Dishonesty » Examples of
Business life » Contracts » Examples of
Catholicity » Examples of
"Can any one refuse the water for the baptism of these people, now that they have received the Holy Spirit as we did ourselves?"
When the Apostles at Jerusalem heard that the Samaritans had welcomed God's Message, they sent Peter and John to them;
On hearing this statement, they said no more, but broke out into praise of God. "So even to the Gentiles," they exclaimed, "God has granted the repentance which leads to Life!"
In my judgment, therefore, we should not add to the difficulties of those Gentiles who are turning to God,
I have a duty to both the Greek and the Barbarian, to both the cultured and the ignorant.
Cleanliness » Examples of
(For the Pharisees, and indeed all strict Jews, will not eat without first scrupulously washing their hands, holding in this to the traditions of their ancestors.
Contracts » Examples of
Conversion » Of the gentiles » Examples of
On hearing this, the Gentiles were glad and extolled God's Message; and all those who had been enrolled for Immortal Life became believers in Christ;
Those converts from Judaism, who had come with Peter, were amazed that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been bestowed even upon the Gentiles;
However, as they set themselves against him and became abusive, Paul shook his clothes in protest and said to them: "Your blood be on your own heads. My conscience is clear. From this time forward I shall go to the Gentiles."
Then the seventh angel blew; and loud voices were heard in Heaven saying-- 'The Kingdom of the World has become the Kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign for ever and ever.'
The Apostles and the Brethren throughout Judea heard that even the Gentiles had welcomed God's Message.
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
'Father,' the son said, 'I sinned against Heaven and against you; I am no longer fit to be called your son; make me one of your hired servants.'
Conviction of sin » Examples of » The publican
Meanwhile the tax-gatherer stood at a distance, not venturing even 'to raise his eyes to Heaven'; but he kept striking his breast and saying 'O God, have mercy on me, a sinner.'
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Peter
At that moment, for the second time, a cock crowed; and Peter remembered the words that Jesus had said to him-- 'Before a cock has crowed twice, you will disown me three times'; and, as he thought of it, he began to weep.
Conviction of sin » Examples of » Israel in ezra's time
Counsel » Wise » Examples of
Therefore I counsel you to buy from me gold which has been refined by fire, that you may grow rich; and white robes, that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness be hidden; and ointment to anoint your eyes, that you may see.
While he was still on the Bench, his wife sent this message to him--"Do not have anything to do with that good man, for I have been very unhappy to-day in a dream on account of him."
Counsel » Wives » Examples of
While he was still on the Bench, his wife sent this message to him--"Do not have anything to do with that good man, for I have been very unhappy to-day in a dream on account of him."
Courage » Examples of » David
Courage » Examples of » Christ
Faith caused the parents of Moses to hide the child for three months after his birth, for they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they would not respect the King's order.
O! stubborn race, heathen in heart and ears, you are for ever resisting the Holy Spirit; your ancestors did it, and you are doing it still.
But Jesus made no reply. So Pilate said to him: "Do you refuse to speak to me? Do not you know that I have power to release you, and have power to crucify you?" "You would have no power over me at all," answered Jesus, "if it had not been given you from above; and, therefore, the man who betrayed me to you is guilty of the greater sin."
Judge for yourselves, for we cannot help speaking of what we have seen and heard."
Faith caused him to leave Egypt, though undaunted by the King's anger, for he was strengthened in his endurance by the vision of the invisible God.
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
On receiving so strict an order, the Governor put them into the inner cell, and secured their feet in the stocks.
Cursing » Examples of
Then Peter began to swear, with most solemn imprecations: "I do not know the man." At that moment a cock crowed;
Dishonesty » Examples of
Disobedience » Examples of
Dissimulation » Examples of
Having watched their opportunity, they afterwards sent some spies, who pretended to be good men, to catch Jesus in the course of conversation, and so enable them to give him up to the Governor's jurisdiction and authority.
So we want you now, with the consent of the Council, to suggest to the Commanding Officer that he should bring Paul down before you, as though you intended to go more fully into his case; but, before he comes here, we will be ready to make away with him."
Drunkenness » Examples of » Other examples
But should that servant say to himself 'My master is a long time coming,' and begin to beat the menservants and the maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk,
For, as you eat, each of you tries to secure his own supper first, with the result that one has too little to eat, and another has too much to drink!
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 now that John the Baptist has come, not eating bread or drinking wine, you are saying 'He has a demon in him';
Fasting » Examples of » Israel
Fasting » Examples of » Elijah
Fasting » Examples of » -ezra
Fasting » Examples of » moses
Fasting » Examples of » Daniel
And, after he had fasted for forty days and forty nights, he became hungry.
Fasting » Examples of » Paul and barnabas
They also appointed Officers for them in every Church, and, after prayer and fasting, commended them to the Lord in whom they had learned to believe.
In the interval before daybreak Paul kept urging them all to take something to eat. "It is a fortnight to-day," he said, "that, owing to your anxiety, you have gone without food, taking nothing.
Fasting » Examples of » Christ
On returning from the Jordan, full of the Holy Spirit, Jesus was led by the power of the Spirit through the Wilderness for forty days, tempted by the Devil. All that time he ate nothing; and, when it was over, he became hungry.
Fasting » Examples of » Paul
And for three days he was unable to see, and took nothing either to eat or to drink.
"Just three days ago this very hour," Cornelius said, "I was in my house, saying the Afternoon Prayers, when a man in dazzling clothing suddenly stood before me.
Fasting » Examples of » Leaders in the church at antioch
While they were engaged in the worship of the Lord and were fasting, the Holy Spirit said: "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have called them." Accordingly, after fasting and prayer, they placed their hands on them and dismissed them.
Filial honour » Examples of » Jesus
However he went down with them to Nazareth, and submitted himself to their control; and his mother treasured all that was said in her heart.
Meanwhile near the cross of Jesus were standing his mother and his mother's sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved, standing near, he said to his mother: "There is your 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
On hearing this, the Gentiles were glad and extolled God's Message; and all those who had been enrolled for Immortal Life became believers in Christ;
Those converts from Judaism, who had come with Peter, were amazed that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been bestowed even upon the Gentiles;
However, as they set themselves against him and became abusive, Paul shook his clothes in protest and said to them: "Your blood be on your own heads. My conscience is clear. From this time forward I shall go to the Gentiles."
Then the seventh angel blew; and loud voices were heard in Heaven saying-- 'The Kingdom of the World has become the Kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign for ever and ever.'
The Apostles and the Brethren throughout Judea heard that even the Gentiles had welcomed God's Message.
Glorifying God » Duty of » Examples of
Who will not reverence and praise thy Name, O Lord? Thou alone art holy! All nations will come and worship before thee, for thy judgments have become manifest.'
'Worthy art thou, our Lord and God, to receive all praise, and honour, and power, for thou didst create all things, and at thy bidding they came into being and were created.'
And the crowds were astonished, when they saw the dumb talking, the cripples made sound, the lame walking about, and the blind with their sight restored; and they praised the God of Israel.
God » Trust in » Examples of
That is why I am undergoing these sufferings; yet I feel no shame, for I know in whom I have put my faith, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until 'That Day.'
With that aim we toil and struggle, for we have set our hopes on the Living God, who is the Savior of all men, and especially of those who hold the Faith.
God » Love to » Examples of
For God is not unjust; he will not forget the work that you did, and the love that you showed for his Name, in sending help to your fellow Christians--as you are still doing.
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 your life, your toil and endurance, and I know that you cannot tolerate evil-doers. I know, too, how you tested those who declare that they are Apostles, though they are not, and how you proved them false.
At Jaffa there lived a disciple whose name was Tabitha, which is in Greek 'Dorcas'--a Gazelle. Her life was spent in doing kind and charitable actions.
For, when I was hungry, you gave me food; when I was thirsty, you gave me drink; when I was a stranger, you took me to your homes; When I was naked, you clothed me; when I fell ill, you visited me; and when I was in prison, you came to me.'
Recalling continually before our God and Father the efforts that have resulted from your faith, the toil prompted by your love, and the patient endurance sustained by your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy Christ
The child grew and became strong and wise, and the blessing of God was upon him.
And Jesus grew in wisdom as he grew in years, and 'gained the blessing of God and men.'
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The thessalonians
Brothers, it is our duty always to thank God about you, as is but right, considering the wonderful growth of your faith, and because, without exception, your love for one another is continually increasing.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » The boy samuel
spiritual Growth » Examples of » John the baptist
The child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the Wilds till the time came for his appearance before Israel.
spiritual Growth » Examples of » Paul
Saul's influence, however, kept steadily increasing, and he confounded the Jews who lived in Damascus by the proofs that he gave that Jesus was the Christ.
divine Guidance » Promised to the obedient » Examples of
The Astrologers heard what the King had to say, and then continued their journey. And the star which they had seen in the east led them on, until it reached, and stood over, the place where the child was.
Hardness (of heart) » Examples of
As they remained silent, Jesus looked round at them in anger, grieving at the hardness of their hearts, and said to the man: "Stretch out your hand." The man stretched it out; and his hand had become sound.
Later on, he made himself known to the Eleven themselves as they were at a meal, and reproached them with their want of faith and their stubbornness, because they did not believe those who had seen him after he had risen from the dead.
Hatred » Examples of » Of the saints
When that time comes, they will give you up to persecution, and will put you to death, and you will be hated by all nations on account of my Name.
If you belonged to the world, the world would love its own. Because you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world--that is why the world hates you.
Blessed are you when men hate you, and when they expel you from among them, and taunt you, and reject your Name as an evil thing--on account of the Son of Man.
I have given them thy Message; and the world hated them, because they do not belong to the world, even as I do not belong to the world.
Hatred » Examples of » Of Christ
But the Teachers of the Law and the Pharisees were goaded to madness, and consulted together what they could do to Jesus.
But his subjects hated him and sent envoys after him to say 'We will not have this man as our King.'
The world cannot hate you, but it does hate me, because I testify that its ways are evil.
And so is fulfilled what is said in their Law--'They hated me without cause.'
Hatred » Examples of » Haman
Hatred » Examples of » The jews
There was, you remember, a time when we ourselves were foolish, disobedient, misled, slaves to all kinds of passions and vices, living in a spirit of malice and envy, detested ourselves and hating one another.
In the morning the Jews combined together, and took an oath that they would not eat or drink till they had killed Paul.
Hatred » Examples of » Esau
Hatred » Examples of » Joseph's brethren
Hatred » Examples of » Herodias
For John had said to Herod--'You have no right to be living with your brother's wife.' So Herodias was incensed against John, and wanted to put him to death, but was unable to do so,
Hatred » Examples of » Ahab
Hindrances » Opposers » Examples of
However, as they set themselves against him and became abusive, Paul shook his clothes in protest and said to them: "Your blood be on your own heads. My conscience is clear. From this time forward I shall go to the Gentiles."
Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so do these people, in their turn, oppose the Truth. Their minds are corrupted, and, as regards the Faith, they are utterly worthless.
But Elymas, the astrologer (for that is the meaning of the word), opposed them, eager to divert the Governor's attention from the Faith.
Hindrances » Faith tested » Examples of
Honesty » Integrity » Examples of
Honour » Examples of » From God
If a man is ready to serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there my servant shall be also. If a man is ready to serve me, my Father will honor him.
Honour » Examples of » Jesus
However he went down with them to Nazareth, and submitted himself to their control; and his mother treasured all that was said in her heart.
Meanwhile near the cross of Jesus were standing his mother and his mother's sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved, standing near, he said to his mother: "There is your 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
Joseph from Ramah, a Councillor of good position, who was himself living in expectation of the Kingdom of God, came and ventured to go in to see Pilate, and to ask for the body of Jesus.
Humiliation of sinners » Examples of
Humility » Examples of » Men
Humility » Examples of » The syrophenician woman
"Yes, Master," she said, "for even dogs do feed on the scraps that fall from their owners' table."
Humility » Examples of » King solomon
Humility » Examples of » Paul
How true the saying is, and worthy of the fullest acceptance, that 'Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners'! And there is no greater sinner than I!
Humility » Examples of » King david
Humility » Examples of » King saul
Humility » Examples of » jacob
Humility » Examples of » John the baptist
But John tried to prevent him. "It is I," he said, "who need to be baptized by you; why then do you come to me?"
Humility » Examples of » The centurion
"Sir," the Captain went on, "I am unworthy to receive you under my roof; but only speak, and my manservant will be cured.
Idolatrous » priests » Examples of
Impenitence » Examples of
Injustice » Examples of
At this, the High Priest Ananias ordered the men standing near to strike him on the mouth;
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 began. "I see, beyond all doubt," he said, "that 'God does not show partiality,'
Insight » Examples of » The samaritan woman
Insight » Examples of » Jesus
When Jesus became aware of the way in which they were debating, he turned to them and exclaimed: "What are you debating with yourselves?
Inspiration » Examples of » Of the bible
The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave to him to make known to his servants, concerning what must shortly take place, and which he sent and revealed by his angel to his servant John,
They are singing what seems to be a new song, before the throne, and before the four Creatures and the Councillors; and no one was able to learn that song except the hundred and forty-four thousand who had been redeemed from earth.
Everything that is written under divine inspiration is helpful for teaching, for refuting error, for giving guidance, and for training others in righteousness;
Inspiration » Examples of » Ezekiel
One of them, named Agabus, came forward and, under the influence of the Spirit, foretold a great famine that was to spread over all the world--a famine which occurred in the reign of Claudius.
He came to see us, and, taking Paul's girdle, and binding his own feet and hands with it, said: "This is what the Holy Spirit says--'The man to whom this girdle belongs will be bound like this at Jerusalem by the Jews, and they will give him up to 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
I am astonished at your so soon deserting him, who called you through the love of Christ, for a different 'Good News,'
Before certain persons came from James, he had been in the habit of eating with the Gentile converts; but, when they came, he began to withdraw and hold aloof, for fear of offending those who still held to circumcision.
As soon as the sun had risen, it was scorched, and, having no root, withered away.
After this, Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and went to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them and returned to Jerusalem.
Instruction » Of children encouraged » Examples of
and that, from your childhood, you have known the Sacred Writings, which can give you the wisdom that, through belief in Christ Jesus, leads to Salvation.
Intemperance » Examples of » Excess, general references to
Surely in the past you have spent time enough living as the Gentiles delight to live. For your path has lain among scenes of debauchery, licentiousness, drunkenness, revelry, hard-drinking, and profane idolatry.
suffering themselves, as the penalty for the suffering that they have inflicted. They think that pleasure consists in the self-indulgence of the moment. They are a stain and a disgrace, indulging, as they do, in their wanton revelry, even while joining you at your feasts.
Feelings of envy, drunkenness, revelry, and the like. And I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who indulge in such things will have no place in the Kingdom of God.
Intemperance » Examples of » Drunkards, general references to
Intemperance » Examples of » Other examples
But should that servant say to himself 'My master is a long time coming,' and begin to beat the menservants and the maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk,
For, as you eat, each of you tries to secure his own supper first, with the result that one has too little to eat, and another has too much to drink!
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 should that servant say to himself 'My master is a long time coming,' and begin to beat the menservants and the maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk,
For, as you eat, each of you tries to secure his own supper first, with the result that one has too little to eat, and another has too much to drink!
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
He went to him and bound up his wounds, dressing them with oil and wine, and then put him on his own mule, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
Kindness » Examples of » The barbarians
The natives showed us marked kindness, for they lit a fire and took us all under shelter, because it had come on to rain and was 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
'A voice was heard in Ramah, Weeping and much lamentation; Rachel, weeping for her children, Refused all comfort because they were not.'
Lamentations » Examples of » For jephthah's daughter
Lamentations » Examples of » For the jews
Lamentations » Examples of » For Christ
There was a great crowd of people following him, many being women who were beating their breasts and wailing for him.
Lamentations » Examples of » For stephen
Love » Love, brotherly special teachings concerning » Examples of
God will bear me witness how I yearn over you all with the tenderness of Christ Jesus.
Grieving most of all over what he had said--that they would never see his face again. Then they escorted him to the ship.
Who risked their own lives to save mine. It is not I alone who thank them, but all the Churches among the Gentiles thank them also.
For my part, I will most gladly spend, and be spent, for your welfare. Can it be that the more intensely I love you the less I am to be loved?
Love » Special teachings concerning » Examples of
God will bear me witness how I yearn over you all with the tenderness of Christ Jesus.
Grieving most of all over what he had said--that they would never see his face again. Then they escorted him to the ship.
Who risked their own lives to save mine. It is not I alone who thank them, but all the Churches among the Gentiles thank them also.
For my part, I will most gladly spend, and be spent, for your welfare. Can it be that the more intensely I love you the less I am to be loved?
Malice » Examples of
As they listened to this, the Council grew frantic with rage, and gnashed their teeth at Stephen.
On reaching a place named Golgotha (a place named from its likeness to a skull),
The Chief Priests, however, plotted to put Lazarus, as well as Jesus, to death,
Man's » Examples of » The father of the demoniac
"Teacher," answered a man in the crowd, "I brought my son to see you, as he has a dumb spirit in him; And, wherever it seizes him, it dashes him down; he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth, and he is pining away. I asked your disciples to drive the spirit out, but they failed."
"I have no one, Sir," the afflicted man answered, "to put me into the Bath when there is a troubling of the water, and, while I am getting to it, some one else steps down before me."
Man's » Examples of » The disciples in the storm
Jesus was in the stern asleep upon the cushion; and the disciples roused him and cried: "Teacher! is it nothing to you that we are lost?"
Seeing them laboring at the oars--for the wind was against them--about three hours after midnight Jesus came towards them, walking on the water, intending to join them.
Man's » Examples of » The sick woman
Meanwhile a woman who for twelve years had suffered from hemorrhage, And undergone much at the hands of many doctors, (spending all she had without obtaining any relief, but, on the contrary, growing worse),
Man's » Examples of » The psalmist
Man's » Examples of » Paul and his companions on the sea
As neither sun nor stars were visible for several days, and, as the gale still continued severe, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned.
Man's » Examples of » Peter in prison
Just when Herod was intending to bring him before the people, on that very night Peter was asleep between two soldiers, chained to them both, while there were sentries in front of the door, guarding the prison.
Man's » Examples of » The disciples facing a hungry multitude
Meekness » Examples of » Christ's
'Say to the daughter of Zion--"Behold, thy King is coming to thee, Gentle, and riding on an ass, And on the foal of a beast of burden."'
Now, I, Paul, make a personal appeal to you by the meekness and gentleness of the Christ--I who, "in your presence, am humble in my bearing towards you, but, when absent, am bold in my language to you"--
Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly-minded, and 'you shall find rest for your souls';
"Sheathe your sword," Jesus said, "for all who draw the sword will be put to the sword.
Meekness » Examples of » Jeremiah
Meekness » Examples of » David
Meekness » Examples of » Paul
At my first trial no one stood by me. They all deserted me. May it never be counted against them!
Meekness » Examples of » moses
Meekness » Examples of » Stephen
Falling on his knees, he called out loudly: "Lord! do not charge them with this sin;" and with these words he fell asleep.
Ministers » Work of preaching » Examples of
For that was why the Good News was told to the dead also--that, after they have been judged in the body, as men are judged, they might live in the spirit, as God lives.
Proclaiming the Kingdom of God, and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ, with perfect fearlessness, unmolested.
But they set out, and made the proclamation everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the Message by the signs which attended it.
About that time John the Baptist first appeared, proclaiming in the Wilderness of Judea:
Then I saw another angel, flying in mid-heaven. He had the Good News, decreed from eternity, to announce to those who dwell on the earth--to men of every nation, and tribe, and language, and people;
Murder » Examples of
When Herod found that he had been trifled with by the Astrologers, he was very angry. He sent and put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and the whole of that neighborhood, who were two years old or under, guided by the date which he had ascertained from the Astrologers.
And began to stone him, the witnesses laying their clothes at the feet of a young man named Saul.
Murmuring » Examples of
Music » Youthful » Singing » Examples of
About midnight, while Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and while the prisoners were listening to them,
And they are singing a new song--'Thou art worthy to take the book and break its seals, for thou wast sacrificed, and with thy blood thou didst buy for God men of every tribe, and language, and people, and nation,
Obedience » Examples of » Christ's example of
If you lay my commands to heart, you will remain in my love; just as I have laid the Father's commands to heart and remain in his love.
But he is coming that the world may see that I love the Father, and that I do as the Father commanded me. Come, let us be going.
For, as through the disobedience of the one man the whole race was rendered sinful, so, too, through the obedience of the one, the whole race will be rendered righteous.
and then there is added-- 'See, I have come to do thy will.' The former sacrifices are set aside to be replaced by the latter.
Obedience » Examples of » hezekiah
Obedience » Examples of » Abraham
Obedience » Examples of » Bezaleel
Obedience » Examples of » Paul
Every one has heard of your ready obedience. It is true that I am very happy about you, but I want you to be well versed in all that is good, and innocent of all that is bad.
Obedience » Examples of » Joseph and mary
When the child's parents had done everything enjoined by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth.
So, immediately after Paul had seen the vision, we looked for an opportunity to cross over to Macedonia, concluding that God had summoned us to tell the Good News to the people there.
Obedience » Examples of » Noah
Obedience » Examples of » Joshua
Obedience » Examples of » Christ
Opposers » Opposers, hinder religious work » Examples of
However, as they set themselves against him and became abusive, Paul shook his clothes in protest and said to them: "Your blood be on your own heads. My conscience is clear. From this time forward I shall go to the Gentiles."
Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so do these people, in their turn, oppose the Truth. Their minds are corrupted, and, as regards the Faith, they are utterly worthless.
But Elymas, the astrologer (for that is the meaning of the word), opposed them, eager to divert the Governor's attention from the Faith.
Oppression » Examples of
I tell you, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you have been fraudulently keeping back, are crying out against you, and the outcries of your reapers have reached the ears of the Lord of Hosts!
Patience » Examples of
So much is this the case that we ourselves speak with pride, before the Churches of God, of the patience and faith which you have shown, in spite of all the persecutions and troubles that you are enduring.
We count those who displayed such endurance blessed! You have heard, too, of Job's endurance, and have seen what the Lord's purpose was, for 'the Lord is full of pity and compassion.'
I know your life, your toil and endurance, and I know that you cannot tolerate evil-doers. I know, too, how you tested those who declare that they are Apostles, though they are not, and how you proved them false.
I, John, who am your Brother, and who share with you in the suffering and kingship and endurance of Jesus, found myself on the island called Patmos, for the sake of the Message of God and the testimony to Jesus.
And so, after patiently waiting, Abraham obtained the fulfillment of God's promise.
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 began. "I see, beyond all doubt," he said, "that 'God does not show partiality,'
Spiritual perception » Examples of » The samaritan woman
Spiritual perception » Examples of » Jesus
When Jesus became aware of the way in which they were debating, he turned to them and exclaimed: "What are you debating with yourselves?
Power » Examples of » Elijah
Power » Examples of » jacob
Power » Examples of » The dying thief
Jesus," he went on, "do not forget me when you have come to your Kingdom."
Power » Examples of » Early disciples
When their prayer was ended, the place in which they were assembled was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to tell God's Message fearlessly.
Prayer » Examples of » Promises of answers to
If you remain united to me, and my teaching remains in your hearts, ask whatever you wish, and it shall be yours.
Prayer » Examples of » Hezekiah, at the invasion of sennacherib
Prayer » Examples of » Elijah
Prayer » Examples of » jacob
Prayer » Examples of » Paul, for the ephesians
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,
You, therefore, should pray thus--'Our Father, who art in Heaven, May thy name be held holy,
Prayer » Examples of » The dying thief
Jesus," he went on, "do not forget me when you have come to your Kingdom."
Prayer » Examples of » Daniel
Prayer » Examples of » Early disciples
When their prayer was ended, the place in which they were assembled was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to tell God's Message fearlessly.
Prayer » Examples of » Christ's intercessory prayer
After saying this, Jesus raised his eyes heaven-wards, and said: "Father, the hour has come; honor thy Son, that thy Son may honor thee;
Prayer » Examples of » Ezra, for the sins of the people
Preaching » Examples of
For that was why the Good News was told to the dead also--that, after they have been judged in the body, as men are judged, they might live in the spirit, as God lives.
Proclaiming the Kingdom of God, and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ, with perfect fearlessness, unmolested.
But they set out, and made the proclamation everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the Message by the signs which attended it.
About that time John the Baptist first appeared, proclaiming in the Wilderness of Judea:
Then I saw another angel, flying in mid-heaven. He had the Good News, decreed from eternity, to announce to those who dwell on the earth--to men of every nation, and tribe, and language, and people;
Presumption » Examples of
But he, who disowns me before his fellow men, will be altogether disowned before God's angels.
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
Listen to me, you who say 'To-day or to-morrow we will go to such and such a town, spend a year there, and trade, and make money,'
Presumptuous plans » Examples of » The rich fool
This is what I will do,' he said; 'I will pull down my barns and build larger ones, and store all my grain and my goods in them;
Pride » Examples of » Haman
Pride » Examples of » Spiritual, examples of
You say 'I am rich and have grown rich, and I want for nothing,' and you do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, naked!
The Pharisee stood forward and began praying to himself in this way--'O God, I thank thee that I am not like other men-- thieves, rogues, adulterers--or even like this tax-gatherer.
"If you had been blind," replied Jesus, "you would have had no sin to answer for; but, as it is, you say 'We can see,' and so your sin remains.
Some, I hear, are puffed up with pride, thinking that I am not coming to you.
Pride » Examples of » Jewish pride, as the chosen nation
Let your lives, then, prove your repentance; and do not begin to say among yourselves 'Abraham is our ancestor,' for I tell you that out of these very stones God is able to raise descendants for Abraham!
"We are descendants of Abraham," was their answer, "and have never yet been in slavery to any one. What do you mean by saying 'you will be set free'?"
"Our father is Abraham," was their answer. "If you are Abraham's children," replied Jesus, "do what Abraham did.
"You are his disciple," they retorted scornfully; "but we are disciples of Moses.
Perhaps you are confident that you are a guide to the blind, a light to those who are in the dark, an instructor of the unintelligent,
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 his servants to call those who had been invited to the banquet, but they were unwilling to come.
Prophets » Examples of » Schools of
Prophets » Examples of » Ezekiel
One of them, named Agabus, came forward and, under the influence of the Spirit, foretold a great famine that was to spread over all the world--a famine which occurred in the reign of Claudius.
He came to see us, and, taking Paul's girdle, and binding his own feet and hands with it, said: "This is what the Holy Spirit says--'The man to whom this girdle belongs will be bound like this at Jerusalem by the Jews, and they will give him up to 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 the people were convinced, and threw in their lot with Paul and Silas, as did also a large body of Greeks who were accustomed to join in the Jewish services, and a great number of women belonging to the leading families.
After the congregation had dispersed, many of the Jews, and of the converts who joined in their worship, followed Paul and Barnabas, who talked with them and urged them to continue to rely upon the loving-kindness of God.
This proposal was unanimously agreed to; and the disciples chose Stephen--a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit--and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas of Antioch, a former convert to Judaism;
Among those who were going up to worship at the Festival were some Greeks,
Divine protection » Examples of
Punishments » Stoning » Examples of
Presently, however, there came some Jews from Antioch, and Iconium who, after they had won over the people, stoned Paul, and dragged him out of the town, thinking him to be dead.
And they stoned Stephen, while he cried to the Lord: "Lord Jesus! receive my spirit!"
Rashness » Examples of
Religion » Hypocrisy, an ever present element in false religion » Examples of
"You hypocrites!" the Master answered him. "Does not every one of you let his ox or his ass loose from its manger, and take it out to drink, on the Sabbath?
He said this, not because he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and, being in charge of the purse, used to take what was put in it.
For such persons are not serving Christ, our Master, but are slaves to their own appetites; and, by their smooth words and flattery, they deceive simple-minded people.
Perceiving their malice, Jesus answered: "Why are you testing me, you hypocrites?
Hypocrites! You know how to judge of the earth and the sky; how is it, then, that you cannot judge of this time?
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
'Father,' the son said, 'I sinned against Heaven and against you; I am no longer fit to be called your son; make me one of your hired servants.'
Repentance » Examples of » The publican
Meanwhile the tax-gatherer stood at a distance, not venturing even 'to raise his eyes to Heaven'; but he kept striking his breast and saying 'O God, have mercy on me, a sinner.'
Repentance » Examples of » Peter
At that moment, for the second time, a cock crowed; and Peter remembered the words that Jesus had said to him-- 'Before a cock has crowed twice, you will disown me three times'; and, as he thought of it, he began to weep.
Repentance » Examples of » Israel in ezra's time
Restitution » Examples of
But Zacchaeus stood forward and said to the Master: "Listen, Master! I will give half my property to the poor, and, if I have defrauded any one of anything, I will give him back four times as much."
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ foretold
At that time Jesus Christ began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem, and undergo much suffering at the hands of the Councillors, and Chief Priests, and Teachers of the Law, and be put to death, and rise on the third day.
And give him up to the Gentiles for them to mock, and to scourge, and to crucify; and on the third day he will rise."
As they were going down the mountain-side, Jesus cautioned them not to relate what they had seen to any one, till after the Son of Man should have risen again from the dead.
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ, a central truth of the gospel
The Apostles continued with great power to bear their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's blessing rested upon them all abundantly.
We are ourselves, too, witnesses to all that he did in Judea and in Jerusalem; yet they put him to death by hanging him on a cross! This Jesus God raised on the third day, and enabled him to appear, Not indeed to every one, but to witnesses chosen beforehand by God--to us, who ate and drank with him after his resurrection from the dead.
But, as to the spirit of holiness within him, was miraculously designated Son of God by his resurrection from the dead.
He, I say, in accordance with God's definite plan and with his previous knowledge, was betrayed, and you, by the hands of lawless men, nailed him to a cross and put him to death. But God released him from the pangs of death and raised him to life, it being impossible for death to retain its hold upon him.
You, I say, disowned the Holy and Righteous One, and asked for the release of a murderer! The very Guide to Life you put to death! But God raised him from the dead--and of that we are ourselves witnesses.
Resurrection » Examples of » Some infallible proofs of Christ's
With abundant proofs, he showed himself to them, still living, after his death; appearing to them from time to time during forty days, and speaking of all that related to the Kingdom of God.
So they went made the tomb secure, by sealing the stone, in presence of the guard.
After which he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples were filled with joy when they saw the Master.
Look at my hands and my feet, and you will know that it is I. Feel me, and look at me, for a spirit has not flesh and bones, as you see that I have."
Resurrection » Examples of » Of Christ announced by angels
He is not here; for he has risen, as he said he would. Come, and see the place where he was lying;
"Do not be dismayed; you are looking for Jesus, the Nazarene, who has been crucified; he has risen, he is not here! Look! Here is the place where they laid him.
[He is not here; but he has risen.] Remember how he spoke to you before he left Galilee--
Resurrection » Examples of » Saints at the time of the crucifixion
the tombs opened, and the bodies of many of God's People who had fallen asleep rose,
The little girl stood up at once, and began to walk about; for she was twelve years old. And, as soon as they saw it, they were overwhelmed with amazement;
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 people had been sent out, Jesus went in, and took the little girl's hand, and she rose.
Resurrection » Examples of » Lazarus of bethany
The dead man came out, wrapped hand and foot in a winding- sheet; his face, too, had been wrapped in a cloth. "Set him free," said Jesus, "and let him go."
Resurrection » Examples of » Son of the widow of nain
The dead man sat up and began to talk, and Jesus restored him to his mother.
Resurrection » Examples of » Dorcas
But Peter sent everybody out of the room, and knelt down and prayed. Then, turning to the body, he said: "Tabitha! stand up." She opened her eyes, and, seeing Peter, sat up.
Retaliation » Examples of
When James and John saw this, they said: "Master, do you wish us to call for fire to come down from the heavens and consume them?"
Retribution » Examples of
Revivals » Isa 35 » Examples of
The power of the Lord was with them, so that a great number who had learned to believe came over to the Lord's side.
So those who accepted his teaching were baptized, and about three thousand people joined the disciples on that day alone.
The people, one and all, listened attentively to what Philip told them, when they heard of, and saw, the miracles which he was working.
Riches, spiritual » General references to » Examples of
As saddened, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet enriching many; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things!
I know your persecution and your poverty--yet you are rich! I know, too, the slander that come from those who declare that they are Jews, though they are not, but are a Congregation of Satan.
For you do not forget the loving-kindness of our Lord Jesus Christ--how that for your sakes, although he was rich, he became poor, so that you also might become rich through his poverty.
For through union with him you were enriched in every way-in your power to preach, and in your knowledge of the Truth;
Righteousness » Examples of
They were both righteous people, who lived blameless lives, guiding their steps by all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord.
This being so, I strive at all times to keep my conscience clear before both God and man.
And then a widow, till she had reached the age of eighty-four. She never left the Temple Courts, but, fasting and praying, worshiped God night and day.
Sacraments » Examples of » Administered by john the baptist
It is about John's baptism. What was its origin? divine or human?" But they began arguing among themselves: "If we say 'divine,' he will say to us 'Why then did not you believe him?'
Even tax-gatherers came to be baptized, and said to John: "Teacher, what are we to do?"
John, also, was baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because there were many streams there; and people were constantly coming and being baptized.
You yourselves know the story which spread through all Judea, how, beginning form Galilee, after the baptism which John proclaimed--
Sacraments » Examples of » Of Christ
Now after the baptism of all the people, and when Jesus had been baptized and was still praying, the heavens opened,
Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan, to John, to be baptized by him.
Now about that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan.
Sacraments » Examples of » Philippian jailer and household
And that very hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds, and he himself and every one belonging to him were baptized without delay.
Sacraments » Examples of » Lydia of thyatira
And, when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us to become her guests. "Since you have shown your conviction," she said, "that I really am a believer in the Lord, come and stay in my house." And she insisted on our doing so.
Sacraments » Examples of » Believers at pentecost
So those who accepted his teaching were baptized, and about three thousand people joined the disciples on that day alone.
Sacraments » Examples of » Believers in corinth
Crispus, the President of the Synagogue, came to believe in the Lord, and so did all his household; and many of the Corinthians, as they listened to Paul, became believers in Christ and were baptized.
Sacraments » Examples of » The ethiopian eunuch
So he ordered the carriage to stop, and they went down into the water--both Philip and the Treasurer--and Philip baptized him.
Sacraments » Examples of » Converts in samaria
However, when they came to believe Philip, as he told them the Good News about the Kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.
Sacraments » Examples of » Ephesian disciples
Sacraments » Examples of » Saul of tarsus
Instantly it seemed as if a film fell from Saul's eyes, and his sight was restored. Then he got up and was baptized,
Salutations » Examples of
Suddenly Jesus met them. "Welcome!" he said. The women went up to him, and clasped his feet, bowing to the ground before him. Then Jesus said to them:
Gabriel came into her presence and said: "Hail, you who have been highly favored! The Lord is with you."
Secret discipleship » Examples of
After this, Joseph of Ramah, a disciple of Jesus--but a secret one, owing to his fear of the Jews--begged Pilate's permission to remove the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him leave; so Joseph went and removed the body.
Now there was a Pharisee named Nicodemus, who was a leading man among the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night, and said to him: "Rabbi, we know that you are a Teacher come from God; for no one could give such signs as you are giving, unless God were with him."
Yet for all this, even among the leading men there were many who came to believe in Jesus; but, on account of the Pharisees, they did not acknowledge it, for fear that they should be expelled from their Synagogues;
Seekers » Examples of
Who went to Philip of Bethsaida in Galilee, and said: "Sir, we wish to see Jesus."
Seeking God » Examples of
Who went to Philip of Bethsaida in Galilee, and said: "Sir, we wish to 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
As it chanced, a priest was going down by that road. He saw the man, but passed by on the opposite side. A Levite, too, did the same; he came up to the spot, but, when he saw the man, passed by on the opposite side.
And one of you were to say to them--"Go, and peace be with you; find warmth and food for yourselves," and yet you were not to give them the necessaries of life, what good would it be to them?
Selfishness » Examples of » Haman's selfish conceit
While they make up heavy loads and pile them on other men's shoulder's they decline, themselves, to lift a finger to move them.
Selfishness » Examples of » Nabal refuses food to david
Selfishness » Examples of » James and john seek the best places
"Grant us this," they answered, "to sit, one on your right, and the other on your left, when you come in glory."
Separation » In israel, of the physically unclean and diseased from the » Examples of
Singing » Examples of
About midnight, while Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and while the prisoners were listening to them,
And they are singing a new song--'Thou art worthy to take the book and break its seals, for thou wast sacrificed, and with thy blood thou didst buy for God men of every tribe, and language, and people, and nation,
Slander » Examples of
For now that John the Baptist has come, not eating bread or drinking wine, you are saying 'He has a demon in him';
Social life » Wedding feasts » Examples of
Suddenly Jesus met them. "Welcome!" he said. The women went up to him, and clasped his feet, bowing to the ground before him. Then Jesus said to them:
Gabriel came into her presence and said: "Hail, you who have been highly favored! The Lord is with you."
Spiritual » Blindness » Examples of
But, if your eye is diseased, your whole body will be darkened. And, if the inner light is darkness, how intense must that darkness be!
Let them be; they are but blind guides; and, if one blind man guides another, both of them will fall into a ditch."
Blind indeed! Which is the more important? The offering? or the altar which gives sacredness to the offering?
But their minds were slow to learn. Indeed, to this very day, at the public reading of the Old Covenant, the same veil remains unlifted; only for those who are in union with Christ does it pass away.
Spiritual » Riches general references to » Examples of
As saddened, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet enriching many; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things!
I know your persecution and your poverty--yet you are rich! I know, too, the slander that come from those who declare that they are Jews, though they are not, but are a Congregation of Satan.
For you do not forget the loving-kindness of our Lord Jesus Christ--how that for your sakes, although he was rich, he became poor, so that you also might become rich through his poverty.
For through union with him you were enriched in every way-in your power to preach, and in your knowledge of the Truth;
Stealing » Examples of
Stoning » Examples of
Presently, however, there came some Jews from Antioch, and Iconium who, after they had won over the people, stoned Paul, and dragged him out of the town, thinking him to be dead.
And they stoned Stephen, while he cried to the Lord: "Lord Jesus! receive my spirit!"
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of
They were stoned to death, they were tortured, they were swan asunder, they were put to the sword; they wandered about clothed in the skins of sheep or goats, destitute, persecuted, ill-used--
When the Lamb opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been killed for the sake of God's Message and for the testimony which they had borne.
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Zechariah
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Abel
From the blood of Abel down to the blood of Zechariah, who was slain between the altar and the House of God." Yes, I tell you, it will be exacted from this generation.
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » John the baptist
He immediately dispatched one of his bodyguard, with orders to bring John's head. The man went and beheaded John in the prison,
Suffering for righteousness' sake » Examples of » Stephen
And began to stone him, the witnesses laying their clothes at the feet of a young man named Saul.
Sympathy » The marks of true » Examples of
A number of the Jews had come there to condole with Martha and Mary on their brother's death.
Taxes » Examples of
After they had reached Capernaum, the collectors of the Temple-rate came up to Peter, and said: "Does not your Master pay the Temple-rate?"
Thankfulness » Examples of
The Brethren there had heard about us, and came out as far as the Market of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us. At sight of them Paul thanked God and was much cheered.
I am thankful to Christ Jesus, our Lord, who has been my strength, for showing that he thought me worthy of trust by appointing me to his ministry,
The Nation » Stoning » Examples of
Presently, however, there came some Jews from Antioch, and Iconium who, after they had won over the people, stoned Paul, and dragged him out of the town, thinking him to be dead.
And they stoned Stephen, while he cried to the Lord: "Lord Jesus! receive my spirit!"
The Nation » Bribery » Examples of
So they and the Councillors met and, after holding a consultation, gave a large sum of money to the soldiers,
The Nation » Payment of taxes (tribute) » Examples of
After they had reached Capernaum, the collectors of the Temple-rate came up to Peter, and said: "Does not your Master pay the Temple-rate?"
spiritual Thirst » Examples of
Tribute » Examples of
After they had reached Capernaum, the collectors of the Temple-rate came up to Peter, and said: "Does not your Master pay the Temple-rate?"
Trust in God » Examples of
That is why I am undergoing these sufferings; yet I feel no shame, for I know in whom I have put my faith, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until 'That Day.'
With that aim we toil and struggle, for we have set our hopes on the Living God, who is the Savior of all men, and especially of those who hold the Faith.
Unity » Examples of
The whole body of those who had become believers in Christ were of one heart and mind. Not one of them claimed any of his goods as his own, but everything was held for the common use.
They all united in devoting themselves to Prayer, and so did some women, and Mary, the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.
Many signs and wonders continued to occur among the people, through the instrumentality of the Apostles, whose custom it was to meet all together in the Colonnade of Solomon;
In the course of the Festival at the close of the Harvest the disciples had all met together,
Unwise prayers » Examples of
"What is it that you want?" he asked. "I want you to say," she replied, "that in your Kingdom these two sons of mine may sit, one on your right, and the other on your left."
Vices » Dishonesty » Examples of
Virtues » Integrity » Examples of
Virtues » Industry » Examples of
And, since their trade was the same as his, he stayed and worked with them--their trade was tent-making.
Vows » Examples of
Paul remained there some time after this, and then took leave of the Brethren, and sailed to Syria with Priscilla and Aquila, but not before his head had been shaved at Cenchreae, because he was under a vow.
Warnings » Examples of
Do you, therefore, dear friends, now that you know this beforehand, be on your guard against being led away by the errors of reckless people, and so lapsing from your present steadfastness;
Beware how you refuse to hear him who is speaking. For, if the Israelites did not escape punishment, when they refused to listen to him who taught them on earth the divine will, far worse will it be for us, if we turn away from him who is teaching us from Heaven.
Witnesses, false » Examples of
On Paul's appearance, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem surrounded him, and made many serious charges, which they failed to establish.
Then they induced some men to assert that they had heard Stephen saying blasphemous things against Moses, and against God;
So the soldiers took the money, and did as they were instructed. And this story has been current among the Jews from that day to this.
And, not finding them there, they proceeded to drag Jason and some of the Brethren before the City Magistrates, shouting out: "These men, who have turned the world upside down, have now come here,
For, though there were many who gave false evidence against him, yet their evidence did not agree.
Witnessing to the truth » Examples of
It was this Jesus, whom God raised to life; and of that we are ourselves all witnesses.
The Apostles continued with great power to bear their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's blessing rested upon them all abundantly.
(John bears witness to him; he cried aloud--for it was he who spoke--"'He who is Coming' after me is now before me, for he was ever first");
However I have received help from God to this very day, and so stand here, and bear my testimony to high and low alike--without adding a word to what the Prophets, as well as Moses, declared should happen--
Then they spoke to him of God's Message, and to all his household as well.
physical Work » Business life » Industry » Examples of
And, since their trade was the same as his, he stayed and worked with them--their trade was tent-making.
religious Work » Examples of » Insufficient to secure salvation
For it is by God's loving-kindness that you have been saved, through your faith. It is not due to yourselves; the gift is God's. It is not due to obedience to Law, lest any one should boast.
It was God who saved us, and from him we received our solemn Call--not as a reward for anything that we had done, but in fulfillment of his own loving purpose. For that love was extended to us, through Christ Jesus, before time began,
And why? Because they looked to obedience, and not to faith, to secure it. They stumbled over 'the Stumbling-block.'
So we placed our faith in Christ Jesus, in order that we might be pronounced righteous, as the result of faith in Christ, and not of obedience to Law; for such obedience 'will not result in even one soul's being pronounced righteous.'
On 'That Day' many will say to me 'Master, Master, was not it in your name that we taught, and in your name that we drove out demons, and in your name that we did many miracles?' And then I shall say to them plainly 'I never knew you. Go from my presence, you who live in sin.'
religious Work » Examples of » Joy in
When the seventy-two returned, they exclaimed joyfully: "Master, even the demons submit to us when we use your name."
On coming there he saw to his great joy these tokens of the loving-kindness of God, and encouraged them all to make up their minds to be faithful to the Lord--
Works, good » Encouraged » Examples of
I know your life, your toil and endurance, and I know that you cannot tolerate evil-doers. I know, too, how you tested those who declare that they are Apostles, though they are not, and how you proved them false.
At Jaffa there lived a disciple whose name was Tabitha, which is in Greek 'Dorcas'--a Gazelle. Her life was spent in doing kind and charitable actions.
For, when I was hungry, you gave me food; when I was thirsty, you gave me drink; when I was a stranger, you took me to your homes; When I was naked, you clothed me; when I fell ill, you visited me; and when I was in prison, you came to me.'
Recalling continually before our God and Father the efforts that have resulted from your faith, the toil prompted by your love, and the patient endurance sustained by your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
FALSE » Witnesses » Examples of
On Paul's appearance, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem surrounded him, and made many serious charges, which they failed to establish.
Then they induced some men to assert that they had heard Stephen saying blasphemous things against Moses, and against God;
So the soldiers took the money, and did as they were instructed. And this story has been current among the Jews from that day to this.
And, not finding them there, they proceeded to drag Jason and some of the Brethren before the City Magistrates, shouting out: "These men, who have turned the world upside down, have now come here,
For, though there were many who gave false evidence against him, yet their evidence did not agree.
Topics on Examples Of
Abuse Of Authority, Examples Of
James 2:6But you--you insult the poor man! Is not it the rich who oppress you? Is not it they who drag you into law-courts?
Adoration, Examples Of
Revelation 4:8-11These four Creatures have each of them six wings, and all round, and within, they are full of eyes; and day and night they never cease to say-- 'Holy, holy, holy is the Lord, our God, the Almighty, who was, and who is, and who shall be.'
Adultery, Examples Of
John 4:17"I have no husband," answered the woman. "You are right in saying 'I have no husband,'" replied Jesus,
Afflicted Saints, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:25He preferred sharing the hardships of God's People to enjoying the short-lived pleasures of sin.
Alienation, Examples Of
Acts 15:39This caused such unpleasant feeling between them that they parted, Barnabas taking Mark and sailing for Cyprus,
Anxiety, Examples Of
Mark 9:5-6"Rabbi," said Peter, interposing, "it is good to be here; let us make three tents, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah."
Banquets, Examples Of
Luke 5:29And Levi gave a great entertainment at his house, in honor of Jesus; and a large number of tax-gatherers and others were at table with them.
Barrenness, Examples Of
Luke 1:7But they had no child, Elizabeth being barren; and both of them were advanced in years.
Bitterness, Examples Of
Luke 15:30But, no sooner has this son of yours come, who has eaten up your property in the company of prostitutes, than you have killed the fattened calf for him.'
Boldness Examples Of
Mark 15:43Joseph from Ramah, a Councillor of good position, who was himself living in expectation of the Kingdom of God, came and ventured to go in to see Pilate, and to ask for the body of Jesus.
Borrowing, Examples Of
Luke 22:10-12"Listen," he answered, "when you have got into the city, a man carrying a pitcher of water will meet you; follow him into whatever house he enters;
Bribery, Examples Of
Matthew 27:3-9Then Judas, who betrayed him, seeing that Jesus was condemned, repented of what he had done, and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the Chief Priests and Councillors.
Children, examples of
Matthew 1:23'Behold! the virgin shall be with child and shall give birth to a son, And they will give him the name Immanuel'--a word which means 'God is with us.'
Children, Good Examples Of
Luke 1:80The child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the Wilds till the time came for his appearance before Israel.
Church, Examples Of
Acts 11:26And, when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. And so it came about that, for a whole year, they attended the meetings of the Church there, and taught a large number of people; and it was in Antioch that the disciples were first called 'Christians.'
Compassion, Examples Of
John 11:19A number of the Jews had come there to condole with Martha and Mary on their brother's death.
Condemnation, Examples Of
Revelation 20:11-15Then I saw a great white throne, and him who was seated on it. 'The earth and the heavens fled from his presence; no place was left for them.'
Confession, Examples Of
Luke 5:8When Simon Peter saw this, he threw himself down at Jesus' knees, exclaiming: "Master, leave me, for I am a sinful man!"
Confusion, Examples Of
Acts 21:31They were bent upon killing him, when it was reported to the Officer commanding the garrison, that all Jerusalem was in commotion.
Consecration, Examples Of
Philippians 3:7But all the things which I once held to be gains I have now, for the Christ's sake, come to count as loss.
Contempt, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 10:10For people say "His letters are impressive and vigorous, but his personal appearance is insignificant and his speaking contemptible."
Conversion, examples of
Acts 9:1-19Meanwhile Saul, still breathing murderous threats against the disciples of the Lord, went to the High Priest,
Courage, Examples Of
Matthew 14:4For John had said to him 'You have no right to be living with her.'
Cruelty, examples of
Romans 1:28-31Then, as they would not keep God before their minds, God abandoned them to depraved thoughts, so that they did all kinds of shameful things.
Death Of The Saints, Examples Of
Luke 23:43And Jesus answered: "I tell you, this very day you shall be with me in Paradise."
Death Of The Wicked, Examples Of
Acts 1:18(This man had bought a piece of land with the price of his treachery; and, falling heavily, his body had burst open, and all his bowels protruded.
Delay, Examples Of
Matthew 25:11-12Afterwards the other bridesmaids came. 'Sir, Sir,' they said, 'open the door to us!'
Despondency, Examples Of
Luke 24:13-17It happened that very day that two of the disciples were going to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem,
Diligence, Examples Of
Luke 8:15But by that in the good ground are meant those who, having heard the Message, keep it in the good, rich soil of their hearts, and patiently yield a return.
Disappointments, Examples Of
Matthew 19:22On hearing these words, the young man went away distressed, for he had great possessions.
Divine Protection, Examples Of
Revelation 7:3'Do not harm the earth, or the sea, or the trees, until we have sealed the servants of our God upon their foreheads.'
Drunkenness, Examples Of
1 Corinthians 11:21-22For, as you eat, each of you tries to secure his own supper first, with the result that one has too little to eat, and another has too much to drink!
Edification, Examples Of
Luke 22:32But I prayed for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. And you, when you have returned to me, are to strengthen your Brothers."
Education, Examples Of
Acts 7:22So Moses was educated in all the learning of the Egyptians, and proved his ability both by his words and actions.
encouragement, examples of
Acts 11:22-23The news about them reached the ears of the Church at Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to Antioch.
Endurance, Examples Of
1 Corinthians 4:12We work hard, toiling with our own hands. We meet abuse with blessings, we meet persecution with endurance,
Examples Of Confidence
Matthew 26:33-35"If every one else falls away from you," Peter answered, "I shall never fall away!"
Examples Of Deceit
Matthew 2:8And, sending them to Bethlehem, he said: "Go and make careful inquiries about the child, and, as soon as you have found him, bring me word, that I, too, may go and do homage to him."
Examples Of Escaping
2 Corinthians 11:33But I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and so escaped his hands.
Examples Of Faith
Hebrews 11:4Faith made the sacrifice which Abel offered to God a better sacrifice than Cain's, and won him renown as a righteous man, God himself establishing his renown by accepting his gifts; and it is by the example of his faith that Abel, though dead, still speaks.
Examples Of Fathers' Love
Ephesians 6:4And fathers, do not irritate your children, but bring them up with Christian discipline and instruction.
Examples Of Fearful Men
John 19:4-16Pilate again came outside, and said to the people: "Look! I am bringing him out to you, so that you may know that I find nothing with which he can be charged."
Examples Of Good Servants
John 13:15For I have given you an example, so that you may do just as I have done to you.
Examples of Leadership
Hebrews 13:7Do not forget your Leaders, the men who told you God's Message. Recall the close of their lives, and imitate their faith.
Examples Of Life In The Spirit
Matthew 4:1Then Jesus was led up into the Wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by the Devil.
Examples Of Love For Children
Luke 2:41-51Every year the child's parents used to go to Jerusalem at the Passover Festival.
Examples Of Mothers' Love
John 19:25Meanwhile near the cross of Jesus were standing his mother and his mother's sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary of Magdala.
Examples Of Patriotism
Hebrews 11:13-16All these died sustained by faith. They did not obtain the promised blessings, but they saw them from a distance and welcomed the sight, and they acknowledged themselves to be only aliens and strangers on the earth.
Examples of secret prayer
Matthew 6:6But, when one of you prays, let him go into his own room, shut the door, and pray to his Father who dwells in secret; and his Father, who sees what is secret, will recompense him.
Examples Of Ungodly Men
2 Peter 2:6He condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah and reduced them to ashes, holding them up as a warning to the godless of what was in store for them;
Extortion, Examples Of
Matthew 18:28But, on going out, that same servant came upon one of his fellow-servants who owed him ten pounds. Seizing him by the throat, he said 'Pay what you owe me.'
Faithfulness, Examples Of
Galatians 3:9And, therefore, those whose lives are based on faith share the blessings bestowed upon the faith of Abraham.
False Accusations, Examples Of
Matthew 1:19Her husband, Joseph, was a religious man and, being unwilling to expose her to contempt, resolved to put an end to their betrothal privately.
False Confidence, Examples Of
Matthew 26:35"Even if I must die with you," Peter exclaimed, "I shall never disown you!" All the disciples spoke in the same way.
False Miracles, Examples Of
Acts 8:9-11There was staying in the city a man named Simon, who had been practicing magic there and mystifying the Samaritan people, giving himself out to be some great Being.
False Prophets, Examples Of
Revelation 2:20Yet I have this against you--You tolerate the woman Jezebel, who declares that she is a Prophetess, and misleads my servants by her teaching, till they commit licentious acts and eat idol-offerings.
False Teachers, Examples Of
Revelation 2:14Yet I have a few things against you--You have among you those who hold to the Teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put temptations in the way of the Israelites, so that they should eat idol-offerings and commit licentious acts.
False Witnesses,examples Of
Acts 6:8-13Meanwhile Stephen, divinely helped and strengthened, was showing great wonders and signs among the people.
Families, Examples Of
John 11:1-5Now a man named Lazarus, of Bethany, was lying ill; he belonged to the same village as Mary and her sister Martha.
Famine, Examples Of
Acts 7:11Then a famine spread over the whole of Egypt and Canaan, causing great distress, and our ancestors could find no food.
Fasting, Examples Of
Matthew 9:14Then John's disciples came to Jesus, and asked: "Why do we and the Pharisees fast while your disciples do not?"
Fathers, Examples Of
Luke 1:5-20In the reign of Herod, King of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the Division called after Abijah. His wife, whose name was Elizabeth, was also a descendant of Aaron.
Fear Of God, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:7It was faith that enabled Noah, after he had received the divine warning about what could not then be foreseen, to build, in reverent obedience, an ark in which to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world, and became possessed of that righteousness which follows upon faith.
Folly, Examples Of
Matthew 23:16-17Alas for you, you blind guides! You say 'if any answer by the Temple, his oath counts for nothing; but, if any one swears by the gold of the Temple, his oath is binding him'!
Friendship, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 2:13I could get no peace of mind because I failed to find Titus, my Brother; so I took leave of the people there, and went on to Macedonia.
Godly Fear, Examples Of
Acts 9:31And so it came about that the Church, throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria, enjoyed peace and became firmly established; and, ordering its life by reverence for the Lord and the help of the Holy Spirit, it increased in numbers.
Guidance, Examples Of God's
Acts 7:36He it was who led them out, after he had shown wonders and signs in Egypt, in the Red Sea, and in the Desert during forty years.
Hope, Examples Of
Romans 4:18With no ground for hope, Abraham, sustained by hope, put faith in God; in order that, in fulfillment of the words-'So many shall thy descendants be,' he might become 'the Father of many nations.'
Hospitality, Examples Of
Matthew 9:10And, later on, when he was at table in the house, a number of tax-gatherers and outcasts came in and took their places at table with Jesus and his disciples.
Humility, Examples Of
Matthew 3:14But John tried to prevent him. "It is I," he said, "who need to be baptized by you; why then do you come to me?"
Hunger, Examples Of
Acts 10:10He became hungry and wanted something to eat; but while it was being prepared, he fell into a trance,
Hypocrisy, Examples Of
Matthew 2:7Then Herod secretly sent for the Astrologers, and ascertained from them the date of the appearance of the star;
Ignorance Towards God, Examples Of
Luke 23:34[Then Jesus said: "Father, forgive them; they do not know what they are doing."] His clothes they divided among them by casting lots.
Immorality, Examples Of Sexual
1 Corinthians 5:1There is a wide-spread report respecting a case of immorality among you, and that, too, of a kind that does not occur even among the Gentiles-a man, I hear, is living with his father's wife!
Industry, Examples Of
Acts 18:3And, since their trade was the same as his, he stayed and worked with them--their trade was tent-making.
Ingratitude, Examples Of
Luke 17:17-18"Were not all the ten made clean? exclaimed Jesus. But the nine--where are they?
Injustice, Examples Of
Mark 7:9-13Wisely do you set aside God's commandments," he exclaimed, "to keep your own traditions!
Innocence, Examples Of
1 Peter 2:22He 'never sinned, nor was anything deceitful ever heard from his lips.'
Integrity, Examples Of
2 Corinthians 4:2No, we have renounced the secrecy prompted by shame, refusing to adopt crafty ways, or to tamper with God's Message, and commending ourselves to every man's conscience, in the sight of God, by our exhibition of the Truth.
Intercession, Examples Of
John 17:1-7After saying this, Jesus raised his eyes heaven-wards, and said: "Father, the hour has come; honor thy Son, that thy Son may honor thee;
Love Of Jesus, Examples Of
Luke 22:32But I prayed for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. And you, when you have returned to me, are to strengthen your Brothers."
Love to Others, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:25He preferred sharing the hardships of God's People to enjoying the short-lived pleasures of sin.
Magical Arts, Examples Of
Acts 8:9There was staying in the city a man named Simon, who had been practicing magic there and mystifying the Samaritan people, giving himself out to be some great Being.
Malice, Examples Of
Mark 6:19So Herodias was incensed against John, and wanted to put him to death, but was unable to do so,
Martyrdom, Examples Of
Matthew 23:35in order that upon your heads may fall every drop of innocent 'blood split on earth,' from the blood of innocent Abel down to that of Zechariah, Barachiah's son, whom you murdered between the Temple and the altar.
Meekness, Examples Of
Matthew 11:29Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly-minded, and 'you shall find rest for your souls';
Missionary Work, Examples Of
2 Peter 2:5Nor did he spare the world of old; though he preserved Noah, the Preacher of Righteousness, and seven others, when he brought a flood upon the godless world.
Mothers, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:23Faith caused the parents of Moses to hide the child for three months after his birth, for they saw that he was a beautiful child; and they would not respect the King's order.
Motives, Examples Of
Philippians 1:15-18It is true that some do proclaim the Christ out of Jealousy and opposition; but there are others who proclaim him from good- will.
Oppression, Examples Of
James 2:6But you--you insult the poor man! Is not it the rich who oppress you? Is not it they who drag you into law-courts?
Pilgrims, Examples Of
Acts 7:4-5On this, Abraham left the country of the Chaldaeans and settled in Haran; and from there, after his father's death, God caused him to migrate into this very country, in which you are now living.
Praise, Examples Of
Luke 10:21At that same time, moved to exultation by the Holy Spirit, Jesus said: "I thank thee, Father, Lord of Heaven and earth, that, though thou hast hidden these things from the wise and learned, thou hast revealed them to the childlike! Yes, Father, I thank thee that this has seemed good to thee.
Pride, Examples Of
Matthew 23:6-7and like to have the place of honor at dinner, and the best seats in the Synagogues,
Repentance, Examples Of
Acts 2:38"Repent," answered Peter, "and be baptized every one of you in the Faith of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Responsibility, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:7It was faith that enabled Noah, after he had received the divine warning about what could not then be foreseen, to build, in reverent obedience, an ark in which to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world, and became possessed of that righteousness which follows upon faith.
Revenge, Examples Of
Luke 6:11But the Teachers of the Law and the Pharisees were goaded to madness, and consulted together what they could do to Jesus.
Rising Early, Examples Of
Mark 1:35In the morning, long before daylight, Jesus rose and went out, and, going to a lonely spot, there began to pray.
Selfishness, Examples Of
Mark 10:37"Grant us this," they answered, "to sit, one on your right, and the other on your left, when you come in glory."
Sloth Examples Of
Acts 17:21(All Athenians and the foreigners staying in the city found no time for anything else but telling, or listening to, the last new thing.)
Steadfastness, Examples Of
Luke 9:51As the days before his being taken up to Heaven were growing few, Jesus set his face resolutely in the direction of Jerusalem; and he sent on messengers in advance.
Throne, Examples Of
Hebrews 1:8while of the Son he said-- 'God is thy throne for ever and ever; The scepter of his Kingdom is the scepter of Justice;
Unbelief, Examples Of
Hebrews 11:31Faith saved Rahab, the prostitute, from perishing with the unbelievers, after she had entertained the spies with friendliness.
Zealousness, Examples Of
Luke 8:39"Go back to your home," he said, "and relate the story of all that God has done for you." So the man went through the whole town and proclaimed, as he went, all that Jesus had done for him.
