Learning From Mistakes

Now these things happened unto them by way of example; and they were written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the ages are come.

Brethren, I count not myself yet to have laid hold: but one thing I do, forgetting the things which are behind, and stretching forward to the things which are before,

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Count it all joy, my brethren, when ye fall into manifold temptations; — read the full passage →

And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose.

There is no fear in love: but perfect love casteth out fear, because fear hath punishment; and he that feareth is not made perfect in love.

For in many things we all stumble. If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.

Wherefore putting away all filthiness and overflowing of wickedness, receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. — read the full passage →

Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness:

Brethren, I count not myself yet to have laid hold: but one thing I do, forgetting the things which are behind, and stretching forward to the things which are before, — read the full passage →

If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

that aforetime were disobedient, when the longsuffering of God waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was a preparing, wherein few, that is, eight souls, were saved through water:

Ye have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: — read the full passage →

But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever.

The things which ye both learned and received and heard and saw in me, these things do: and the God of peace shall be with you.

But let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.

For no word from God shall be void of power.

For the word of God is living, and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing even to the dividing of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and quick to discern the thoughts and intents of the heart.

Not that I have already obtained, or am already made perfect: but I press on, if so be that I may lay hold on that for which also I was laid hold on by Christ Jesus.

For I will be merciful to their iniquities, And their sins will I remember no more.

for he is a minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is a minister of God, an avenger for wrath to him that doeth evil.

There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →

And seeing the multitudes, he went up into the mountain: and when he had sat down, his disciples came unto him: — read the full passage →

Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time; — read the full passage →

And Peter said unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

I press on toward the goal unto the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

And he hath said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Be ye imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.

but I made supplication for thee, that thy faith fail not; and do thou, when once thou hast turned again, establish thy brethren.

in hope of eternal life, which God, who cannot lie, promised before times eternal;

for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;

As many as I love, I reprove and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.

For I would have you know how greatly I strive for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; — read the full passage →

Brethren, be ye imitators together of me, and mark them that so walk even as ye have us for an ensample.

There hath no temptation taken you but such as man can bear: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation make also the way of escape, that ye may be able to endure it.

Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.

For I would not, brethren, have you ignorant, that our fathers were all under the cloud, and all passed through the sea;

Then saith Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into its place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword. — read the full passage →

Judge not, that ye be not judged.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show unto his servants, even the things which must shortly come to pass: and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John; — read the full passage →

For if these things are yours and abound, they make you to be not idle nor unfruitful unto the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. — read the full passage →

Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath of God: for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me; I will recompense, saith the Lord.

Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the life: no one cometh unto the Father, but by me.

I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me.

but each man is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed.

After these things I saw, and behold, a door opened in heaven, and the first voice that I heard, a voiceas of a trumpet speaking with me, one saying, Come up hither, and I will show thee the things which must come to pass hereafter.

If any one cometh unto you, and bringeth not this teaching, receive him not into your house, and give him no greeting:

For if any one is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a mirror:

But if any of you lacketh wisdom, let him ask of God, who giveth to all liberally and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Count it all joy, my brethren, when ye fall into manifold temptations;

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and to-day, yea and for ever.

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

And be not fashioned according to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

But if any widow hath children or grandchildren, let them learn first to show piety towards their own family, and to requite their parents: for this is acceptable in the sight of God.

And this is life eternal, that they should know thee the only true God, and him whom thou didst send, even Jesus Christ.

In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you.

If ye shall ask anything in my name, that will I do.

Let every soul be in subjection to the higher powers: for there is no power but of God; and the powers that be are ordained of God. — read the full passage →