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“By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy.”

“Then the LORD God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.””

“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.”

“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one.”

“But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth.”

“The share of the man who stayed with the supplies is to be the same as that of him who went down to the battle. All will share alike.”

“All at once an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.” … He ate and drank and then lay down again.”

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”

“How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?”

“Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!”

“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”

“Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.”

“Be still, and know that I am God.”

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.”

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”

“Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the LORD, our Maker!”

“As far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.”

“How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.”

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

“In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat — for he grants sleep to those he loves.”

“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!”

“But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

“I, I am he who blots out your transgressions for my own sake, and I will not remember your sins.”

“Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?”

“Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

“His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

“The LORD is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.”

“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

“Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”

“Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, Lord. Repeat them in our day, in our time make them known; in wrath remember mercy.”

“And behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.””

“Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.”

“But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”

“And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.”

“Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.””

“When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen.”

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

“The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.””

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”

“The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”

“In fact, no one can enter a strong man’s house without first tying him up. Then he can plunder the strong man’s house.”

“Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.”

“Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.”

“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.”

“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.”

“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God… The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”

“But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”

“You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life.”

“Whoever comes to me I will never drive away.”

“One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!”

“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.”

“I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father's hand.”

“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.”

“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.”

“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

“When Peter saw him, he said to Jesus, “Lord, what about this man?” Jesus said to him, “If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you? You follow me!””

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you.”

“You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

“So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls.”

“Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.”

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”

“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.”

“We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.”

“I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do… For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out.”

“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”

“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life… nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

“How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent?”

“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

“One person considers one day more sacred than another; another considers every day alike. Each of them should be fully convinced in their own mind.”

“I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.”

“I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow.”

“I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow.”

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you? … Therefore honour God with your bodies.”

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? … Therefore honour God with your bodies.”

“Christian fitness is the stewardship of your body so you have the strength, energy, and resilience to love God, serve people, and carry your responsibilities well. Training is valuable, but physical performance is a tool—not your identity or your worth.”

“No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.”

“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.”

“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.”

“For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.”

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

“Christian transformation is the lifelong work of becoming more like Jesus as the Holy Spirit renews your identity, thinking, habits, relationships, stewardship, and mission. It begins with grace, produces obedience, and becomes visible in the way you live every day.”

“For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

“For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death.”

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”

“Not that we dare to classify or compare ourselves with some of those who are commending themselves. But when they measure themselves by one another and compare themselves with one another, they are without understanding.”

“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.””

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.”

“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”

“But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor.”

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast.”

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”

“Your Kingdom purpose is the faithful contribution you make under the lordship of Jesus with the gifts, relationships, responsibilities, opportunities, and season God has entrusted to you. It is usually clarified through obedient action, not discovered as a single dramatic secret.”

“That according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.”

“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.”

“Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil.”

“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”

“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger… Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

“Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.”

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.”

“And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment.”

“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.”

“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

“Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account.”

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

“May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

“Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.”

“Daily Christian discipline is the practice of arranging your attention, habits, and environment so you can respond faithfully to God. Start small, attach each practice to a reliable cue, make the next action obvious, and use grace—not shame—to return when you miss a day.”

“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”

“But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content.”

“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.”

“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.”

“So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.”

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.”

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.”

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age.”

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another.”

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”

“And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.”

“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.””

“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”

“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.”

“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”

“Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it?”

“So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

“But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.””

“Come near to God and he will come near to you.”

“Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed.”

“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.”

“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.”

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you.”

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”

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

“See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are.”

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are.”

“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love each other.”

“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.”

“After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.”

“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”