if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. Cross References Acts 4:36 Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), Acts 11:23 When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts. Acts 13:15 After the reading from the Law and the Prophets, the synagogue leaders sent word to them: "Brothers, if you have a word of encouragement for the people, please speak." 1 Corinthians 12:28 And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. 2 Corinthians 8:2 In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:11 You will be enriched in every way to be generous on every occasion, so that through us your giving will produce thanksgiving to God. 2 Corinthians 9:13 Because of the proof this ministry provides, the saints will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for the generosity of your contribution to them and to all the others. 1 Timothy 5:17 Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching. 1 Timothy 6:18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, Treasury of Scripture Or he that exhorts, on exhortation: he that gives, let him do it with simplicity; he that rules, with diligence; he that shows mercy, with cheerfulness. exhorteth. Acts 13:15 Acts 15:32 Acts 20:2 giveth. Romans 12:13 Deuteronomy 15:8-11,14 Job 31:16-20 with simplicity. 2 Corinthians 1:12 2 Corinthians 8:2 2 Corinthians 11:3 ruleth. Romans 13:6 Genesis 18:19 Psalm 101:1-8 with diligence. Ecclesiastes 9:10 shewth. Deuteronomy 16:11,14,15 |