Thematic Bible: Happiness of saints in this life
Thematic Bible
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Suffering for Christ
but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing, so that also at the revelation of His glory you may rejoice with exultation. If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ’s sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.
But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their intimidation, and do not be troubled,
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Trust in God
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Salvation
"Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; For the LORD GOD is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation." Therefore you will joyously draw water From the springs of salvation.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Obedience to God
Happiness of saints in this life » Is abundant and satisfying
And You give them to drink of the
And my mouth offers
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Divine chastening
So do not despise the
We count those blessed who endured. You have heard of the endurance of Job and have seen the outcome of the Lord’s dealings, that the Lord is full of compassion and is merciful.
Happiness of saints in this life » Only found in the ways of wisdom
Her ways are pleasant ways And all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, And happy are all who hold her fast.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Having mercy on the poor
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Happiness of saints in this life » Described by Christ in the beatitudes
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. "Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth. read more.
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. "Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. "Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. "Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is in God
Whom have I in heaven but You? And besides You, I desire nothing on earth. My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Finding wisdom
And the man who gains understanding.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Fear of God
How blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, Who walks in His ways. When you shall eat of the fruit of your hands, You will be happy and it will be well with you.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » God being their lord
How
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » God being their help
Whose
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Their mutual love
A Song of Ascents, of David.
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is
Forbrothers to dwell together in unity!
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is
For
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Hope in the lord
Whose
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Praising God
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » The words of Christ
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Hope of glory
through whom also we have obtained our introduction by faith into this grace in which we stand; and we exult in hope of the glory of God.