157 Bible Verses about Examples

Abasement, Examples Of

Abuse Of Authority, Examples Of

But you people have dishonored the poor person. Are not rich people the ones who oppress you and drag you to court?

Accusations, False Examples

Then they enlisted men to say [i.e., to testify falsely against Stephen, verse 13], "We heard him criticizing Moses and [even] God."

Adoration, Examples Of

And each of the four living beings had six wings [and] were covered with eyes all around them and [even] within them. And day and night they never stop saying, [Note: Some translations have "singing" here and at other places below], "Holy, holy, holy [is] the Lord God Almighty, who was [in the past] and who is [in the present] and who will come [in the future]."

Adulteress Examples

but Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. [Note: This was located on a slope just east of Jerusalem].

Adultery, Examples Of

The woman said to Him, "I do not have a husband." Jesus said to her, "You were right when you said, 'I do not have a husband,'

Afflicted Saints, Examples Of

but chose rather to suffer mistreatment with God's people [i.e., the Israelites] than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a brief time.

Afflictions Of The Wicked, Examples Of

Alienation, Examples Of

A heated discussion developed [over this matter] so that Paul and Barnabas went their separate ways [over it], with Barnabas sailing for Cyprus and taking [John] Mark with him.

Anger Of God, Examples Of

Anger, Justified Examples

And when He had looked around at them with righteous indignation, being grieved over their stubbornness, He said to the man, "Reach out your hand." And when he reached it out, his hand was restored [to normal use].

Anger, Sinful Examples

Then everyone in the synagogue became extremely angry when they heard these things.

Anxiety, Examples Of

And Peter said to Jesus, "Rabbi [i.e., Teacher], it is good for us to be here. Let us build three small shelters, one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah." [See note at Matt. 17:4]

Apostasy, Nt Examples

Then one of the twelve apostles, named Judas Iscariot, went to the leading priests

Apostasy, Ot Examples

Apostates, Examples Of

Backsliding, Christian Examples

"Simon, Simon [i.e., Peter], Satan has earnestly requested the right to sift you like wheat. [Note: Grain was sifted by using a sieve-like device in which grain and particles of dirt and straw were shaken together, allowing the grain to fall through while the dirt and straw remained. This was an allusion to the agitating trials Peter was soon to endure, and survive].

Bad Decision Making Examples

But the man had a sad look on his face when he heard these words, and went away sorrowful, for he had many possessions.

Bad Wives Examples

For it was Herod himself who had sent for John and had him arrested and chained up in prison. He did this to please Herodias, who was [i.e., had been] his brother Philip's wife, but whom Herod had married.

Banquets, Examples Of

Then Levi prepared a lavish dinner for Jesus at his house. A large number of [other] tax collectors were [also] having dinner with them.

Barrenness, Examples Of

But they had no children, because Elizabeth was unable to bear offspring due to their both being very old.

Bitterness, Examples Of

But when this son of yours came [home], after having squandered all you gave him on prostitutes, you killed the fattened calf for him.'

Blasphemy, Examples Of

And they said many other derogatory things against Him.

Boldness Examples Of

Joseph, from Arimathea, a highly respected member of the [Jewish] Council, who was expecting the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate [i.e., the Roman appointed governor] and asked [him] for the body of Jesus.

Borrowing, Examples Of

And He replied to them, "Look, when you have entered the city, a man carrying a pitcher of water will meet you; follow him into whatever house he goes.

Bribery, Examples Of

Then Judas, who had betrayed Him [to the Jewish leaders], when he saw that Jesus had been condemned to die, changed his mind [i.e., about betraying Him] and brought back the thirty silver coins [Note: See Matt. 26:15 for the amount of money involved] to the leading priests and [Jewish] elders,

Business, Examples

Now Moses was a faithful servant among all of [those belonging to] God's household [i.e., the Israelites], as [one who gave] testimony about the things which [were to be] spoken [by him],

Children, Bad Parental Examples

Her mother persuaded her to say, "Give me the head of John, the Immerser, here on this [large] platter."

Children, examples of

"Look, the virgin will become pregnant and have a son, and they will name Him Immanuel," which means "God with us."

Children, Good Examples Of

So, the child [i.e., John] grew and became strong in [his] spirit and stayed in the desert until the day when he appeared publicly to the Israelites.

Children, Good Parental Examples

I [also] remember the sincere faith you have in your heart, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am convinced, lives in you [too].

Church, Examples Of

and when he found him, he brought him [back] to Antioch. So, for an entire year Saul and Barnabas gathered the church together and taught many people. [It was] here in Antioch that the disciples were first [divinely] called Christians.

Communion With God, Examples Of

Compassion, Examples Of

and many of Martha and Mary's Jewish friends had come to comfort them over [the loss of] their brother.

Condemnation, Examples Of

Then I saw a great, white throne and Him who was seated on it [i.e., probably Christ]. Earth and heaven fled from His presence and they were not found anywhere [again].

Confession, Examples Of

But when Simon Peter saw this, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Go away from me, Lord, because I am a sinful man."

Confusion, Examples Of

And as they were attempting to kill Paul, the commander of the military unit was informed that the entire city of Jerusalem was rioting.

Consecration, Examples Of

However, those things which were [once regarded as] gain to me, I have [now] considered to be loss for [the sake of] Christ.

Contempt, Examples Of

For some people are saying, "Paul's letters are heavy and severe, but in person he is [physically?] weak and his speaking ability is unimpressive."

Contentment, Examples Of

Conversion, examples of

With every breath [it seemed], Saul [expressed his desire to] threaten and murder the Lord's disciples and [even] went to the head priest

Courage, Examples Of

For John had said to him, "It is not lawful for you to be married to her."

Cruelty, examples of

And since these people refused to acknowledge God, He has allowed [or, abandoned] them to have degraded minds and to practice those things which they should not do.

Death Of The Saints, Examples Of

Then Jesus said to him, "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise [Note: This is a place in God's presence, referred to as "the third heaven" (II Cor. 12:2-4), and where overcomers will be able to eat from "the tree of life" (Rev. 2:7)]."

Death Of The Wicked, Examples Of

(Now this man [Judas] paid for [in a sense] a [burial] field with the reward money he had received for his sinful act [of betraying Jesus, See Matt. 27:3-10]. [Then, some time after Judas hanged himself, See Matt. 27:5] he fell down headlong, [his swollen body] bursting so that his intestines gushed out.

Delay, Examples Of

After that, the other bridesmaids also came asking, 'Sir, Sir, [please] open the door for us!'

Despondency, Examples Of

Then, on that same day, two disciples [See Mark 16:12] were [walking along], going to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles [northwest] of Jerusalem.

Diligence, Examples Of

And those people [represented by seed falling] in the fertile soil are those who possess a good and honest heart when they hear the word [of God]. They hold on to it and patiently [continue until they] produce a crop.

Disappointments, Examples Of

But when the young man heard these words, he went away saddened, for he had many possessions.

Dishonesty, Examples Of

Disobedience, Examples Of

Divine Protection, Examples Of

saying, "Do not harm the land, or the ocean, or the trees, until we have sealed the servants of our God [with a mark] on their foreheads."

Dreams, Examples Of

Drunkenness, Examples Of

For as you are eating, each one of you partakes of his own supper [ahead of the others], so that one person is [still] hungry while the other gets drunk.

Edification, Examples Of

But I prayed earnestly for you, that your faith would not fail [to be strong]. And when you have turned back [i.e., from going astray briefly], provide [spiritual] support to your brothers."

Education, Examples Of

Now Moses was educated according to all the wisdom of the Egyptians and became an accomplished speaker and an effective leader.

Employers, Bad Examples

Employers, Good Examples

And a certain military officer's slave [was there], whom the officer highly valued. This slave was [so] sick that he was about to die.

encouragement, examples of

And the news about [what was being done by] these people reached the church in Jerusalem, so that they sent Barnabas to Antioch [in Syria].

Endurance, Examples Of

we work hard with our hands. [Though] we are cursed, we [ask God's] blessing [on people]; [though] we are persecuted, we persevere;

evil, examples of

Examples Of

For I have set an example for you, so that you should do as I have done for you.

Examples Of Bad Servants

Examples Of Confidence

Peter answered Him, "[Even] if everyone [else] has doubts about you, I never will."

Examples Of Consecration

Examples Of Deceit

So, he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and find out the details about the young child, and when you have found him, come and tell me, so I can go and worship him myself."

Examples Of Escaping

but I escaped from his hands by being lowered in a basket through a window in the [city] wall.

Examples Of Faith

By [having] faith, Abel offered to God a better sacrifice than Cain did. [And] because of his faith he was commended by God for being righteous, when God expressed approval of his offerings. By means of his faith, Abel still speaks [to us], even though he is dead.

Examples Of Fathers' Love

And you fathers [Note: This word probably includes both parents], do not stir up your children to become angry, but bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Examples Of Fearful Men

Now Pilate went outside again and said to the Jewish authorities, "Look, I am bringing him out here to you, so you can know that I do not find him guilty of any crime."

Examples Of Following God

You people should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.

Examples Of Good Servants

For I have set an example for you, so that you should do as I have done for you.

Examples of Leadership

Remember your leaders who told you God's message. [Note: This probably refers to former preachers who had since died]. Consider the outcome of the way they lived and imitate their faith.

Examples Of Life In The Spirit

Then Jesus was led up to the desert by the Holy Spirit in order to be put to the test by the devil.

Examples Of Love For Children

Now Jesus' parents went to Jerusalem every year to attend the Passover Festival. [Note: This was the annual Jewish festival commemorating Israel's deliverance from Egyptian bondage under Moses' leadership].

Examples Of Mothers' Love

Now standing near Jesus' cross were His mother; His mother's sister [i.e., Salome, the mother of James and John, the sons of Zebedee. See Matt. 27:55; Mark 15:40]; Mary the wife of Clopas [i.e., the mother of James and Joseph. See Matt. 27:55]; and Mary, from Magdala.

Examples Of Orphans

Examples Of Patriotism

These people [all] continued to have faith until they died, [even though] they had not obtained [all] the things God had promised, but had [only] seen them and welcomed them from a distance. And they had confessed to being strangers and aliens on earth.

Examples of secret prayer

But when you pray, go to a private place and after closing the door, pray to your Father who is in a secret place, and [since] He sees in secret places, He will reward you.

Examples Of Ungodly Men

and if God also condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah by reducing them to ashes, thereby condemning them to catastrophic destruction, and making them an example to other ungodly people in the future;

Examples, Bad

So, we should do our best to enter into that state of rest, so that no one fails [to do so] by following the same example of disobedience [i.e., as seen in the Israelites. See verses 2, 6].

Examples, Good

Brothers, take the [Old Testament] prophets, who spoke in the name [i.e., by the authority] of the Lord, as your examples of suffering and patience.

Examples, Purpose Of

and if God also condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah by reducing them to ashes, thereby condemning them to catastrophic destruction, and making them an example to other ungodly people in the future;

Extortion, Examples Of

But that [same] servant went out and found one of his fellow-servants who owed him a small sum of money [Note: The amount was about days of a farm laborer's pay or about $7,000 in 1994]. He grabbed him by the throat, saying, 'Pay [me] what you owe.'

Extra Marital Sex Examples

Faithfulness, Examples Of

So then, all those who have faith [in Jesus] receive a blessing along with Abraham, a man of faith.

False Accusations, Examples Of

Now Joseph, her husband [to be], being a man who did what was right, and not wanting to make a public spectacle out of her, decided to break off their engagement privately.

False Confidence, Examples Of

Peter replied to Him, "Even if I have to die with you, still I will not deny [knowing] you." And all [the rest of] the disciples said the same thing.

False Miracles, Examples Of

But a certain man named Simon, from there in Samaria, who had been amazing the people with his magical powers, was claiming to be someone great.

False Prophets, Examples Of

But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman [named] Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess. She teaches and deceives my servants into [practicing] sexual immorality and into eating things sacrificed to idols.

False Teachers, Examples Of

"But I have a few things against you because you have people there [in the church] who hold to the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to place a stumblingblock in front of the Israelites, [causing them] to eat food sacrificed to idols and to be sexually immoral [See Num. 23-24].

False Witnesses,examples Of

And Stephen [i.e., one of the seven men chosen to minister to widows, verse 5], who was full of [God's] favor and power, performed great wonders and [miraculous] signs in front of the [Jewish] people.

Families, Examples Of

Now a certain man named Lazarus, from Bethany, became sick. Bethany was the town where Mary and her sister Martha lived. [See 11:18].

Famine, Examples Of

"Now a great famine occurred all over Egypt and Canaan, causing extreme hardships, and our forefathers did not have enough to live on.

Fasting, Examples Of

Some of John's disciples came to Jesus saying, "Why is it that we and the Pharisees fast frequently [i.e., going without food and/or drink for religious reasons], but your disciples do not fast [at all]?"

Fatherless, Examples Of

Fathers, Examples Of

In the days of King Herod, of Judea, there was a certain priest named Zacharias of the "Abijah" division. He had a wife named Elizabeth who was a descendant of Aaron.

Fear Of God, Examples Of

By [having] faith, when Noah was warned [by God] about conditions that had not yet been seen [i.e., regarding events of the coming Flood], he acted out of reverent concern [for God] by constructing a ship to save [i.e., rescue] his household [from the Flood waters]. By this [i.e., his faith which led to action], Noah condemned the world and inherited righteousness because of his faith.

Folly, Examples Of

"It is too bad for you blind leaders who say that whoever takes an oath 'by the Temple,' it does not [really] mean anything, but whoever takes an oath 'by the gold of the Temple,' he is obligated to [fulfill] the oath.

Friendship, Examples Of

I had no peace of mind because I did not find my brother Titus [there]. So, I said "good-bye" to them and went on to Macedonia.

Generous Giving Examples

A poor widow came and threw in two small copper coins [Note: These two coins each amounted to about ten minutes' worth of a farm laborer's pay, or about one dollar in 1994]. The total she gave was equivalent to a larger coin [i.e., worth twice as much].

Godly Fear, Examples Of

So, the church throughout all of Judea, Galilee and Samaria was multiplied in number, enjoyed peace, was built up [spiritually] and lived in awe of the Lord and was comforted by the Holy Spirit.

Good Decision Making Examples

And He said to them, "Come with me, and I will make you fishermen for people."

Good Kings Examples Of

Good Wives Examples

They both did what was right in God's sight [by] living blamelessly according to all the commandments and requirements of the Lord.

Guidance, Examples Of God's

This man led them out [of Egypt], performing wonders and [miraculous] signs in Egypt, at the Red Sea and in the wilderness for forty years.

Hope, Examples Of

Abraham hoped for what he believed [God had promised], even when there seemed little hope [of it happening], so this made him forefather of many nations, according to the words spoken to him [Gen. 15:5], "Your descendants will be many."

Hospitality, Examples Of

And so it happened, as Jesus was having a meal at Matthew's house, a number of [other] tax collectors and worldly people came to sit down with Him and His disciples.

Humility, Examples Of

But John tried to discourage Him [from being immersed], saying, "I should be immersed by you, and you are coming to me [for immersion]?"

Hunger, Examples Of

He became hungry and wanted something to eat, but while lunch was being prepared he was overcome by a "trance" [i.e., a semi-conscious, vision-like state]

Hypocrisy, Examples Of

Then Herod summoned the astrologer/sages and learned from them exactly when the star had appeared.

Hypocrites, Examples Of

Ignorance Towards God, Examples Of

Then Jesus called out, "Father, forgive these people [i.e., the ones responsible for crucifying Him], for they do not know [i.e., realize] what they are doing." Then the soldiers [See John 19:23] divided Jesus' clothing among them by gambling for them.

Immorality, Examples Of Sexual

It has actually been reported [to me] that there is a case of sexual immorality among you that is unheard of, even among the [unconverted] Gentiles. One of you is having sex with his stepmother.

Industry, Examples Of

and, because they followed the same trade of tentmaking, he stayed with them and went to work [for them].

Ingratitude, Examples Of

Jesus asked [those standing nearby], "Were there not ten men [who were] healed? Where are the [other] nine?

Injustice, Examples Of

And He said to them, "You are good at rejecting the commandment of God so you can keep your traditions.

Innocence, Examples Of

[For] He neither sinned nor used deceitful words.

Integrity, Examples Of

Instead, we have renounced [the practice of] secret, disgraceful behavior. We do not practice deception, nor resort to distorting God's message. But, by making known the truth [i.e., the true message], we commend ourselves to everyone's conscience in the presence of God.

Intercession, Examples Of

After saying these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, "Father, the time has come; honor your Son so that your Son may honor you.

Love Of Jesus, Examples Of

But I prayed earnestly for you, that your faith would not fail [to be strong]. And when you have turned back [i.e., from going astray briefly], provide [spiritual] support to your brothers."

Love to Others, Examples Of

but chose rather to suffer mistreatment with God's people [i.e., the Israelites] than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a brief time.

Lying, Examples Of

And he denied [it] again, [this time] with an oath, saying, "I do not [even] know the man."

Magical Arts, Examples Of

But a certain man named Simon, from there in Samaria, who had been amazing the people with his magical powers, was claiming to be someone great.

Malice, Examples Of

Now [because of this] Herodias had a grudge against John and wanted to kill him, but had not been able to.

Martyrdom, Examples Of

[This will be done] so that on you may fall the guilt for shedding on the ground the blood of all those innocent people, from the blood of righteous Abel to that of Barachiah's son Zachariah, whom you murdered between the Sanctuary and the Altar [i.e., in the Temple area].

Meekness, Examples Of

Accept my reins [on your life], and learn about me, because I am gentle and humble, and [in my service] you will experience rest in your spirits.

Mercy, Examples Of

But He turned to them and spoke sternly. {{Some manuscripts add "You do not know what kind of a spirit you represent,

Missionary Examples

and if He did not spare the ancient world of Noah's day, when He brought a flood on those ungodly people (though Noah, a preacher of righteousness, and seven other people, were saved from it);

Missionary Work, Examples Of

and if He did not spare the ancient world of Noah's day, when He brought a flood on those ungodly people (though Noah, a preacher of righteousness, and seven other people, were saved from it);

Mothers, Examples Of

By [having] faith, Moses' parents hid him for three months after he was born because they saw that he was a handsome child, and they were not afraid of the king's decree [to destroy all male Hebrew children].

Motives, Examples Of

Some people, indeed, are proclaiming Christ out of envy and strife [i.e., out of rivalry], while others do it from goodwill.

Oppression, Examples Of

But you people have dishonored the poor person. Are not rich people the ones who oppress you and drag you to court?

Pilgrims, Examples Of

"So, he left Chaldea [Note: This was another name for Mesopotamia], and lived in Haran, and after his father died he was sent [by God] to this country where you people now live.

Praise, Examples Of

At that very time Jesus rejoiced in [the power of] the Holy Spirit, and said [in prayer], "I praise you, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you concealed these things [i.e., His divine revelations] from those [claiming to be] wise and intelligent and have revealed them to babies [i.e., to simple, sincere, common people]. Yes, Father, this was pleasing to you.

Pride, Examples Of

They love to recline at the head place at dinner tables [Note: This referred to the practice of lying down on their left side on a couch next to the dinner table, and leaning on their left elbow, while eating with their right hand], and to occupy the principal seats in the synagogues.

Repentance, Examples Of

And Peter replied, "Every one of you must repent [i.e., change your hearts and lives] and be immersed in the name of Jesus Christ [i.e., by His authority] so that your sins will be forgiven [by God] and then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit [to live in your hearts].

Responsibility, Examples Of

By [having] faith, when Noah was warned [by God] about conditions that had not yet been seen [i.e., regarding events of the coming Flood], he acted out of reverent concern [for God] by constructing a ship to save [i.e., rescue] his household [from the Flood waters]. By this [i.e., his faith which led to action], Noah condemned the world and inherited righteousness because of his faith.

Revenge, Examples Of

But the experts in the law of Moses and the Pharisees became furious and began discussing among themselves what they could do to Jesus.

Rising Early, Examples Of

Very early in the morning, [even] before daylight, Jesus woke up, left Simon's house [verse 29] and went out to a deserted place where He prayed.

Selfishness, Examples Of

They answered Him, "Appoint one of us to sit at your right side and the other at your left side [when you come] in splendor."

Sexual Chastity Examples Of

Sloth Examples Of

(Now the local people of Athens, along with foreigners who lived there, spent [about] all their time telling about or listening to some new idea.)

Steadfastness, Examples Of

And it happened when the time came for Jesus to be taken up [to heaven] that He firmly determined to go to Jerusalem.

Throne, Examples Of

But God says [this] about the Son [Psa. 97:7], "Your throne [i.e. kingdom], O God [Note: This term here is applied to Jesus], will last forever and ever, and righteousness will be the scepter [i.e., the standard for ruling] of your kingdom.

Unbelief, Examples Of

By [having] faith, Rahab the prostitute was not destroyed along with the disobedient [inhabitants of Jericho] because she welcomed the [twelve] spies in peace.

Warfare, Examples Of

Wicked Children, Examples Of

Worldly Ambition Examples

[for] he opposes [the true Gospel message] and exalts himself against everything that is called "God" or that which is worshiped. So, he sits in God's temple [i.e., the church ?] displaying himself as [though he were] God.

Zealousness, Examples Of

"Return to your house and tell people about the great things God has done for you." So, he went on his way, proclaiming throughout the whole town [i.e., Gerasa. See verse 26] the great things Jesus had done for him.