I Have Come That You May Have Life, And Have It Abundantly. Speaking in John 10:10, Jesus said “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” Unlike a thief, our Lord Jesus Christ does not come for selfish reasons. That is, He comes to give and not to take. Behold, He comes for us to have a meaningful, prosperous, joyous, and eternal life. This life is one that we receive at the moment we accept Him as our Lord and Savior. In the Greek language, the word “abundant” is perisson, meaning “exceedingly, very highly, beyond measure, more, superfluous, a quantity so abundant as to be considerably more than what one would expect or anticipate.”
Fascinatingly, Jesus Christ promises us a life far better than what we could ever imagine, a concept reminiscent of 1 Corinthians 2:9: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him.” Likewise, Apostle Paul tells us that God Almighty is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, and He does it by His power, one that is at work within us if we belong to Him (Ephesians 3:20). But before we begin to have visions of unimaginable prosperity, worldwide cruises, expensive cars, and more money than we can handle, we need to pause and think about what our Lord Jesus teaches about this abundant life.
I Have Come That You May Have Life, And Have It Abundantly
The Bible clearly tells us that prestige, wealth, power, and position in this world are not God’s priority for us (1 Corinthians 1:26-29). In terms of academic, economic, and social status, most Christians do not come from the privileged classes. If this is so, then, abundant life does not consist of an abundance of material things. If that were the case, Jesus Christ would have been the wealthiest of men. But just the opposite is true (Matthew 8:20). The Bible teaches that abundant life is eternal life, a life that begins the moment that we come to Christ and receive Him as Savior, and unfolds throughout all eternity. The Biblical definition of life – specifically eternal life – is provided by Jesus Himself: “Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent” (John 17:3).
Surprisingly, Jesus’ definition of life does not make mention of length of days, prosperity, health, occupation, or family. In fact, the only thing it does mention is knowledge of God, which is the key to a truly abundant life. However, what is abundant life? The first thing worth noting here is that by abundance, we mean spiritual abundance and not material abundance. As a matter of fact, God is not overly concerned with the physical circumstances of our lives. Behold, God reassures us that we need not worry about what we’ll eat or wear (Matthew 6:25-32; Philippians 4:19). As Christians, it is important to understand that physical blessings may or may not be part of a God-centered life; neither our wealth nor our poverty is a sure indication of our standing with God.
What The Scriptures Say About Abundant Life?
The Scriptures make us understand that King Solomon had all the material blessings available to a man yet found it all to be meaningless (Ecclesiastes 5:10-15). On the other hand, Apostle Paul was content in whatever physical circumstances he found himself in (Philippians 4:11-12). Interestingly, eternal life, the life that a Christian is truly concerned with, is not determined by duration but by a relationship with God. This is the reason why, once we are converted and receive the Holy Spirit, we are said to have eternal life already (1 John 5:11-13), though not, of course, in its fullness. Do not mistake the length of life on earth with abundant life because they are not synonymous. Always have in mind that a Christian’s life revolves around “grow[ing] in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 3:18).
The Scriptures teach that the abundant life is a continual process of learning, maturing, and practicing, as well as failing, recovering, enduring, adjusting, and overcoming, because, in our present state, “we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror” (1 Corinthians 13:12). A day will come when we will see God face to face and we will know Him completely just as we will be known completely (1 Corinthians 13:12). We will no longer struggle with sin and doubt. This will be the ultimately fulfilled abundant life through Christ. As Christians, it is important to revolutionize our perspective on abundant life (Romans 12:2). Just as we become new creations when we accept Christ in our lives, our understanding of “abundance” should also be renewed (2 Corinthians 5:17). True abundant life is not an abundance of “stuff” but of love, joy, peace, and other fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).
Ways That Jesus Gives You Abundant Life
1) Jesus gives us hope in abundance – Psalm 147:10-11
Psalm 147:10-11 says, “His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.“
2) Jesus fights for us abundantly – Deuteronomy 20:4
Deuteronomy 20:4 says, “… for the Lord your God is he who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies, to give you the victory.”
3) Jesus stores up goodness for us in abundance – Psalm 31:19
Psalm 31:19 says, “Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind!“
4) Jesus lifts us up during the worst times of our lives – Psalm 55:22
Psalm 55:22 says, “Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.“
How Do We Live In God’s Abundance?
It is important for Christians to have an abundance mindset. And to do so, you’ll need to change the way you view God. Remember that from the very beginning, God designed creation to live in abundance. Behold, He created the world and declared it good. He shows generosity towards us. Luke 12 clearly informs us that God desires abundant life for us filled with love, generosity, and grace. Likewise, Jesus Christ came to give us abundant and satisfying life. He is the living water that always satisfies. Christ quenches our thirst and fills us up with His grace, love, and mercy. Operating in a place of abundance is acknowledging that you truly believe in God’s goodness and providence. Holding to abundance is believing that God is working for your good. Following this, no matter what is taken from you, your faith will not waver.
1) Living in God’s abundant love
We live in abundance when we live loved. That is, we understand that Jesus’ love is abundant. Knowing this means that all of the things that are a part of the scarcity mindset might be taken away but we know that Jesus’ love is unwavering. Jesus’ love is steadfast so we don’t have to be scared that it would be taken away.
2) Living in God’s abundant grace
God’s grace is abundant. Fascinatingly, Jesus Christ came into the world so that believers could have real, eternal life – more and better life than we could have ever dreamed of. Christ died on the Cross at Calvary so that we could inherit his life-giving gift of redemption. Today, we have access to God’s unending grace because of Jesus’ sacrifice. 1 Timothy 1 portrays Paul as not deserving of God’s grace but he received it anyway. God saw Paul fit enough to lavish upon him the all-abundant, all-sufficient, rich, and undeserving grace. Truthfully speaking, God’s grace is never lacking in purpose. Because of God’s grace, you can be used as an example to those who would believe in Him for eternal life (1 Timothy 1:14).
3) Living in God’s abundant goodness
God has abundant goodness at all times and stores it for those who love Him. Behold, the Lord God Almighty has enough to share with everyone. He takes good care of His people. He knows their needs and meets them at the right time. God gives us life in empty, broken places. He restores and rebuilds. He is willing and ready to do more than we could ever imagine. When the Israelites were in the wilderness, the Lord God Almighty ordered them to gather daily only the manna that they needed, anything more than a day’s rations would go to spoil. Following this, God promised to provide for them on a daily basis. That’s why we must cultivate and maintain a strong faith in God even in the midst of trials, tribulation, hardship, and suffering. He knows our needs and will certainly provide them at the right time.
Anointed Prayer For Abundance
The Bible tells us, and we know without a doubt that Jesus Christ died on the Cross at Calvary for our sins so that we may live an abundant life in Him. Thanks to His Sacrifice, we have direct access to the Father. We can call His Father, Our Father. We can humbly come before Him and request anything. Christ told us that if we knock the door will be opened (Matthew 7:7-8). It is with this in mind that you should actively meditate as you make the following prayer for abundance:
Lord Almighty, I humbly come before you today. May you locate me in your mercy and favor. I’m thankful that you sent Jesus Christ to take my place on the Cross at Calvary so that I might live a life of abundance in Him. I confess that I have been trying hard on a daily basis to find things in this world to bring me comfort. But they are not working because they only temporarily satisfy. Jesus Christ is the only one who truly satisfies my longing heart. Lord, I thank you for saving me from sin and death. May my eyes be fixed on your love, grace, and goodness. Father, thank you for giving me a fulfilled and abundant life in Christ. Thank you for always providing for my needs and showing me the path that leads to your Kingdom. I make this prayer in Jesus’ name, Amen.
I Have Come That You May Have Life, And Have It Abundantly
John 10:10 – “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
Matthew 6:33 – “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Romans 12:2 – “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.“
Isaiah 58:11 – “And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.”
Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.“
Romans 5:8 – “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Philippians 4:19 – “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.“
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Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.“
Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Psalm 1:1-3 – “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.”
Revelation 3:20 – “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.“
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.“
1 Corinthians 2:9 – But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”—
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
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Acts 2:38 – “And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
Ephesians 2:8-9 – “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.”
Romans 10:13 – For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
1 Peter 3:18 – “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,“
Psalm 119:12-16 – “Blessed are you, O Lord; teach me your statutes! With my lips I declare all the rules of your mouth. In the way of your testimonies I delight as much as in all riches. I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways. I will delight in your statutes; …”
3 John 1:2 – “Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.”
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1 Timothy 6:18-19 – “They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.”
John 1:12 – “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God,”
John 8:32 – “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
James 4:7 – “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
Ephesians 3:20-21 – “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
John 1:1-51 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. …“
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Romans 3:23 – “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,“
Psalm 139:13-16 – “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.”
1 Timothy 2:5 – “For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,”
Psalm 13:2-4 – “How long must I take counsel in my soul and have sorrow in my heart all the day? How long shall my enemy be exalted over me? Consider and answer me, O Lord my God; light up my eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death, lest my enemy say, “I have prevailed over him,” lest my foes rejoice because I am shaken.”
Isaiah 59:2 – “But your iniquities have made a separation between you and your God, and your sins have hidden his face from you so that he does not hear.“
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Proverbs 14:12 – “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.“
Ecclesiastes 7:17 – “Be not overly wicked, neither be a fool. Why should you die before your time?“
Jeremiah 33:3 – “Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.”
Mark 16:16 – “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.“
James 1:17 – “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.”
Ephesians 3:20 – “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,“
Romans 10:9 – “Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.“
Hebrews 10:35 – “Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward.”
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Colossians 1:16 – “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.”
Jeremiah 20:13 – “Sing to the Lord; praise the Lord! For he has delivered the life of the needy from the hand of evildoers.”
Romans 5:1 – “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Ephesians 5:18 – “And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit,”
Psalm 31:1-24 – “To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In you, O Lord, do I take refuge; let me never be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me! Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily! Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me! For you are my rock and my fortress; and for your name’s sake you lead me and guide me; you take me out of the net they have hidden for me, for you are my refuge. Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God. ...”
1 Corinthians 6:18 – “Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body.”
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Mark 16:15 – “And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”
Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”
John 17:3 – “And this is eternal life, that they know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.”
Genesis 17:1 – “When Abram was ninety-nine years old the Lord appeared to Abram and said to him, “I am God Almighty; walk before me, and be blameless,”
Psalm 37:9 – “For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.”
Mark 3:28-29 – “Truly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the children of man, and whatever blasphemies they utter, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin”—
Nahum 1:9 – “What do you plot against the Lord? He will make a complete end; trouble will not rise up a second time.”
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Joshua 1:8 – “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”
Psalm 16:11 – “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
Exodus 34:6 – “The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, “The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness,”
Deuteronomy 28:12 – “The Lord will open to you his good treasury, the heavens, to give the rain to your land in its season and to bless all the work of your hands. And you shall lend to many nations, but you shall not borrow.”
2 Corinthians 5:1 – “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.”
Acts 2:1-47 – “When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. …”
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Matthew 13:12 – “For to the one who has, more will be given, and he will have an abundance, but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away.“
John 14:6 – “Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
Matthew 5:3 – “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.“
1 Timothy 1:14 – “And the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.”
Psalm 36:8 – “They feast on the abundance of your house, and you give them drink from the river of your delights.”
John 1:16-17 – “And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.“
Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
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1 John 5:11-13 – “And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God that you may know that you have eternal life.“
Romans 5:17 – “For if, because of one man’s trespass, death reigned through that one man, much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man Jesus Christ.”
Psalm 1:1-6:10 – “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; ...”
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Psalm 66:1-20 – “To the choirmaster. A Song. A Psalm. Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you. All the earth worships you and sings praises to you; they sing praises to your name.” Selah Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds toward the children of man. …“
John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.“
Mark 1:1-45 – “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, “Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way, the voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight,’” John appeared, baptizing in the wilderness and proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And all the country of Judea and all Jerusalem were going out to him and were being baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. ...”
Group 12 – I Have Come That You May Have Life, And Have It Abundantly
Esther 5:1-14 – “On the third day Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the king’s palace, in front of the king’s quarters, while the king was sitting on his royal throne inside the throne room opposite the entrance to the palace. And when the king saw Queen Esther standing in the court, she won favor in his sight, and he held out to Esther the golden scepter that was in his hand. Then Esther approached and touched the tip of the scepter. And the king said to her, “What is it, Queen Esther? What is your request? It shall be given you, even to the half of my kingdom.” And Esther said, “If it please the king, let the king and Haman come today to a feast that I have prepared for the king.” …“
2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.“
Galatians 6:7 – “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.”
John 11:25 – “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,“
John 1:16 – “And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.“
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John 6:63 – “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.”
Colossians 3:2-3 – “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.”
Philippians 4:11 – “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.“
John 6:40 – “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.”
John 10:1-42 – “Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door but climbs in by another way, that man is a thief and a robber. But he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. To him the gatekeeper opens. The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes before them, and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice. A stranger they will not follow, but they will flee from him, for they do not know the voice of strangers.” …
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Jeremiah 20:1-18 – “Now Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was chief officer in the house of the Lord, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Then Pashhur beat Jeremiah the prophet, and put him in the stocks that were in the upper Benjamin Gate of the house of the Lord. The next day, when Pashhur released Jeremiah from the stocks, Jeremiah said to him, “The Lord does not call your name Pashhur, but Terror On Every Side. For thus says the Lord: Behold, I will make you a terror to yourself and to all your friends. They shall fall by the sword of their enemies while you look on. And I will give all Judah into the hand of the king of Babylon. He shall carry them captive to Babylon, and shall strike them down with the sword. Moreover, I will give all the wealth of the city, …“
Revelation 1:1-20 – “The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, …“
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James 4:2 – “You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask.”
1 Peter 2:21 – “For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.“
2 Timothy 3:12 – “Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,“
1 Corinthians 13:12 – “For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known.“
Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
John 1:1-5 – “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
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1 Corinthians 1:26-29 – “For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God.”
Luke 6:45 – “The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.”
2 Peter 3:18 – “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.“
1 John 2:6 – “Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.”
2 Corinthians 8:2 – “For in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part.”
Matthew 4:4 – But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
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Matthew 19:17 – And he said to him, “Why do you ask me about what is good? There is only one who is good. If you would enter life, keep the commandments.”
Proverbs 3:9-10 – “Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.”
Ezekiel 33:10-11 – “And you, son of man, say to the house of Israel, Thus have you said: ‘Surely our transgressions and our sins are upon us, and we rot away because of them. How then can we live?’ Say to them, As I live, declares the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live; turn back, turn back from your evil ways, for why will you die, O house of Israel?“
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- What Does The Bible Say About Eternal Life?
- Bible Verses About Hell
- Bible Verses About The Almighty God
- What Does The Bible Say About The Judgment Day?
- Bible Verses About Jesus Christ
- Bible Verses About Following Jesus Christ
- What Does The Bible Say About Righteousness?
- What Does The Bible Say About Goodness?
