Topic
Negativity
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Avoid a factious man after a first and second warning;
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.
holding a form of godliness, but having denied its power. Turn away from these, also.
If we live by the Spirit, let’s also walk by the Spirit.
For the time will come when they will not listen to the sound doctrine, but, having itching ears, will heap up for themselves teachers after their own lusts; — read the full passage →
The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.
giving thanks always concerning all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to God, even the Father;
Don’t be deceived! “Evil companionships corrupt good morals.”
throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ;
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch on behalf of your souls, as those who will give account, that they may do this with joy, and not with groaning, for that would be unprofitable for you.
We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.
No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
Now the God of patience and of encouragement grant you to be of the same mind one with another according to Christ Jesus, — read the full passage →
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.
But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you won’t fulfill the lust of the flesh.
In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.
Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.
Now accept one who is weak in faith, but not for disputes over opinions. — read the full passage →
In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you.
Rejoice always. — read the full passage →
Be careful that you don’t let anyone rob you through his philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the elements of the world, and not after Christ.
being eager to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
I was with you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling.
Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.
But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.
Don’t fret because of evildoers, neither be envious against those who work unrighteousness. — read the full passage →
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 is able to discern the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
for as he thinks about the cost, so he is. “Eat and drink!” he says to you, but his heart is not with you.
let’s draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and having our body washed with pure water,
As it is written, “There is no one righteous; no, not one.
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. — read the full passage →
This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John,
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
One man esteems one day as more important. Another esteems every day alike. Let each man be fully assured in his own mind. — read the full passage →
The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings out that which is good, and the evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings out that which is evil, for out of the abundance of the heart, his mouth speaks.
Seek Yahweh and his strength. Seek his face forever more.
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
He who searches the hearts knows what is on the Spirit’s mind, because he makes intercession for the saints according to God.
The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Beroea. When they arrived, they went into the Jewish synagogue. — read the full passage →
Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.
For I am afraid that by any means, when I come, I might find you not the way I want to, and that I might be found by you as you don’t desire; that by any means there would be strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, factions, slander, whisperings, proud thoughts, riots;
for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds, — read the full passage →
There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who don’t walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. — read the full passage →
Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
The great dragon was thrown down, the old serpent, he who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him. — read the full passage →
“To the angel of the assembly in Pergamum write: “He who has the sharp two-edged sword says these things: — read the full passage →
Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holy place by the blood of Jesus, — read the full passage →
Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →
As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save many people alive.
So then, as we have opportunity, let’s do what is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith. — read the full passage →
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things. — read the full passage →
Don’t grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.
You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.
A cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
The proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel: — read the full passage →
In the multitude of my thoughts within me, your comforts delight my soul.
Beloved, don’t believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.
But know this, that in the last days, grievous times will come. — read the full passage →
Knowing therefore the fear of the Lord, we persuade men, but we are revealed to God; and I hope that we are revealed also in your consciences.
Which things also we speak, not in words which man’s wisdom teaches, but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual things.
You are of God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world.
You became imitators of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit,
Therefore accept one another, even as Christ also accepted you, to the glory of God.
But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn’t have the Spirit of Christ, he is not his. — read the full passage →
A glad heart makes a cheerful face; but an aching heart breaks the spirit.
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, and bless his name.
David was greatly distressed; for the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David strengthened himself in Yahweh his God.
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, — read the full passage →
Even as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so do these also oppose the truth; men corrupted in mind, who concerning the faith, are rejected. — read the full passage →
Be therefore imitators of God, as beloved children.
Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness, — read the full passage →
He said, “That which proceeds out of the man, that defiles the man. — read the full passage →
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.”
He sees everything that is high. He is king over all the sons of pride.”
He will wipe away from them every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more. The first things have passed away.”
nor filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not appropriate; but rather giving of thanks.
Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals,
“Don’t judge, so that you won’t be judged. — read the full passage →
Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.
This is the day that Yahweh has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!
Now on the third day, Esther put on her royal clothing, and stood in the inner court of the king’s house, next to the king’s house. The king sat on his royal throne in the royal house, next to the entrance of the house. — read the full passage →
This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John, — read the full passage →
Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.
When they opposed him and blasphemed, he shook out his clothing and said to them, “Your blood be on your own heads! I am clean. From now on, I will go to the Gentiles!”
“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.
Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man, and don’t associate with one who harbors anger:
But may the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a little while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.
But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, don’t boast and don’t lie against the truth. — read the full passage →
but exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called “today”; lest any one of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.
Masters, give to your servants that which is just and equal, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven. — read the full passage →
They will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads.
She gave birth to a son, a male child, who is to rule all the nations with a rod of iron. Her child was caught up to God, and to his throne.
Remember therefore from where you have fallen, and repent and do the first works; or else I am coming to you swiftly, and will move your lamp stand out of its place, unless you repent.
Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?
Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”
Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.
If then you were raised together with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated on the right hand of God. — read the full passage →
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