What Does The Bible Say About?

Testing God

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Malachi 3:10

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Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.

Deuteronomy 6:16

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Do not test the LORD your God as you tested Him at Massah.

1 John 4:1

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Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Matthew 4:5-7

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Then the devil took Him to the holy city and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”

Matthew 4:7

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Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”

Romans 12:2

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Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.

Isaiah 7:12

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But Ahaz replied, “I will not ask; I will not test the LORD.”

James 1:13

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When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone.

Mark 11:23

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“Truly I tell you that if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and has no doubt in his heart but believes that it will happen, it will be done for him.

Matthew 4:1-25

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Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry. The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Then the devil took Him to the holy city and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. . . .

James 1:12

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Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

Luke 4:9-12

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Then the devil led Him to Jerusalem and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down from here. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You to guard You carefully; and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”

Exodus 17:7

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He named the place Massah and Meribah because the Israelites quarreled, and because they tested the LORD, saying, “Is the LORD among us or not?”

Hebrews 11:6

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And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.

1 Peter 5:7

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Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

James 1:2

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Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds,

2 Corinthians 5:7

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For we walk by faith, not by sight.

James 1:2-3

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Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.

Psalm 26:2

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Test me, O LORD, and try me; examine my heart and mind.

Psalm 66:10

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For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us like silver.

Romans 8:28

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And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

1 Corinthians 10:13

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No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.

Matthew 6:33

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But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.

1 Corinthians 10:9

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We should not test Christ, as some of them did, and were killed by snakes.

2 Corinthians 13:5

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Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Can’t you see for yourselves that Jesus Christ is in you—unless you actually fail the test?

2 Timothy 3:16

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All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,

Job 23:10

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Yet He knows the way I have taken; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold.

Matthew 4:1

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Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.

1 Peter 4:12

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Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you.

2 Peter 3:9

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The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.

Proverbs 17:3

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A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but the LORD is the tester of hearts.

1 Peter 1:7

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so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Genesis 22:1-24

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Some time later God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he answered. “Take your son,” God said, “your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah. Offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains, which I will show you.” So Abraham got up early the next morning, saddled his donkey, and took along two of his servants and his son Isaac. He split the wood for a burnt offering and set out for the place God had designated. On the third day Abraham looked up and saw the place in the distance. “Stay here with the donkey,” Abraham told his servants. “The boy and I will go over there to worship, and then we will return to you.” . . .

Revelation 3:10

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Because you have kept My command to persevere, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.

1 Peter 1:6-7

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In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

1 Thessalonians 2:4

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Instead, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, not in order to please men but God, who examines our hearts.

Hebrews 2:18

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Because He Himself suffered when He was tempted, He is able to help those who are being tempted.

James 1:3-4

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because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

1 Thessalonians 5:21

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but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.

2 Chronicles 32:31

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And so when ambassadors of the rulers of Babylon were sent to him to inquire about the wonder that had happened in the land, God left him alone to test him, that He might know all that was in Hezekiah’s heart.

Deuteronomy 8:2

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Remember that these forty years the LORD your God led you all the way in the wilderness, so that He might humble you and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep His commandments.

Isaiah 40:31

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But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

Isaiah 48:10

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See, I have refined you, but not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction.

Joshua 1:9

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Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

Luke 4:12

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But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”

Malachi 3:15

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So now we call the arrogant blessed. Not only do evildoers prosper, they even test God and escape.’”

Matthew 11:28-30

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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. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

Psalm 143:10

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Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

Psalm 46:1

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For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.

2 Corinthians 8:2

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In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity.

Hebrews 11:1

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Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.

John 3:16

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For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Matthew 4:4

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But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

Philippians 4:6-7

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Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Romans 3:23

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

1 Chronicles 16:11

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Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.

Hebrews 4:15

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For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin.

Isaiah 7:14

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Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call Him Immanuel.

Philippians 4:13

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I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

1 Peter 1:6

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In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials

Isaiah 41:10

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Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.

Jeremiah 29:11

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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.

Luke 1:37

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For no word from God will ever fail.”

Luke 11:29

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As the crowds were increasing, Jesus said, “This is a wicked generation. It demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.

Psalm 139:23

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Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns.

Revelation 1:1-20

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This is the revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants what must soon come to pass. He made it known by sending His angel to His servant John, who testifies to everything he saw. This is the word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear and obey what is written in it, because the time is near. John, To the seven churches in the province of Asia: Grace and peace to you from Him who is and was and is to come, and from the seven Spirits before His throne, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood, . . .

1 John 3:20

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Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things.

Genesis 22:1-2

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Some time later God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he answered. “Take your son,” God said, “your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah. Offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains, which I will show you.”

Genesis 3:15

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And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.”

James 1:13-16

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When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone. But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed. Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers.

James 1:2-4

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Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

Proverbs 3:5-6

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Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

Romans 5:3-4

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Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.

1 Peter 1:6-9

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In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

2 Thessalonians 1:4-5

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That is why we boast among God’s churches about your perseverance and faith in the face of all the persecution and affliction you are enduring. All this is clear evidence of God’s righteous judgment. And so you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are suffering.

Hebrews 1:4

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So He became as far superior to the angels as the name He has inherited is excellent beyond theirs.

Hebrews 11:1-40

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Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see. This is why the ancients were commended. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. By faith Abel offered God a better sacrifice than Cain did. By faith he was commended as righteous when God gave approval to his gifts. And by faith he still speaks, even though he is dead. By faith Enoch was taken up so that he did not see death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.” For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God. . . .

James 1:3

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because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.

Philippians 2:5-11

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Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross. Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, . . .

2 Corinthians 9:8

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And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Matthew 4:1-11

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Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry. The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Then the devil took Him to the holy city and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. . . .

Matthew 4:7-10

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Jesus replied, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. “All this I will give You,” he said, “if You will fall down and worship me.” “Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus declared. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’”

Psalm 106:14

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They craved intensely in the wilderness and tested God in the desert.

Psalm 17:3

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You have tried my heart; You have visited me in the night. You have tested me and found no evil; I have resolved not to sin with my mouth.

Psalm 46:10

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“Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.”

Psalm 95:9

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where your fathers tested and tried Me, though they had seen My work.

Romans 10:17

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Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.

2 Corinthians 2:9

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My purpose in writing you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything.

Hebrews 1:14

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Are not the angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?

Job 1:22

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In all this, Job did not sin or charge God with wrongdoing.

John 14:15

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If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.

Luke 4:1-13

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Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days He was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He was hungry. The devil said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.” But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.’” Then the devil led Him up to a high place and showed Him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. . . .

Matthew 16:27

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For the Son of Man will come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done.

Matthew 4:3

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The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.”

Revelation 20:1-15

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Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven with the key to the Abyss, holding in his hand a great chain. He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. And he threw him into the Abyss, shut it, and sealed it over him, so that he could not deceive the nations until the thousand years were complete. After that, he must be released for a brief period of time. Then I saw the thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image, and had not received its mark on their foreheads or hands. And they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. The rest of the dead did not come back to life until the thousand years were complete. This is the first resurrection. . . .

Romans 5:4

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perseverance, character; and character, hope.

Titus 1:2

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in the hope of eternal life, which God, who cannot lie, promised before time began.

Isaiah 53:1-12

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Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed? He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no stately form or majesty to attract us, no beauty that we should desire Him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. Surely He took on our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken by God, struck down and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. . . .

2 Corinthians 5:6

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Therefore we are always confident, although we know that while we are at home in the body, we are away from the Lord.

Psalm 32:8

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I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you.

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