1 My son, when you come to serve the LORD, prepare yourself for trials.
2 Be sincere of heart and steadfast, undisturbed in time of adversity.
3 Cling to him, forsake him not; thus will your future be great.
4 Accept whatever befalls you, in crushing misfortune be patient;
5 For in fire gold is tested, and worthy men in the crucible of humiliation.
6 Trust God and he will help you; make straight your ways and hope in him.
7 You who fear the LORD, wait for his mercy, turn not away lest you fall.
8 You who fear the LORD, trust him, and your reward will not be lost.
9 You who fear the LORD, hope for good things, for lasting joy and mercy.
10 Study the generations long past and understand; has anyone hoped in the LORD and been disappointed? Has anyone persevered in his fear and been forsaken? has anyone called upon him and been rebuffed?
11 Compassionate and merciful is the LORD; he forgives sins, he saves in time of trouble.
12 Woe to craven hearts and drooping hands, to the sinner who treads a double path!
13 Woe to the faint of heart who trust not, who therefore will have no shelter!
14 Woe to you who have lost hope! what will you do at the visitation of the LORD?
15 Those who fear the LORD disobey not his words; those who love him keep his ways.
16 Those who fear the LORD seek to please him, those who love him are filled with his law.
17 Those who fear the LORD prepare their hearts and humble themselves before him.
18 Let us fall into the hands of the LORD and not into the hands of men, For equal to his majesty is the mercy that he shows.
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Ecclesiastical 2 talks about the importance of persevering in faith and justice, despite the difficulties and temptations that may arise throughout their lives. The chapter encourages the faithful to trust God and to remain firm in their convictions, promising that those who remain faithful will be rewarded. Below are five verses related to the theme:
Psalm 34:19: "There are many afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him from all." This verse talks about how the righteous may face difficulties in their lives, but God will always rid them of all afflictions.
Romans 5:3-4: "And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, experience; and experience, hope." This verse highlights how tribulations and difficulties can help strengthen the faith and perseverance of Christians.
James 1:2-4: "My brothers, tend for all the joy of passing through various trials, knowing that the trial of your faith, once confirmed, produces perseverance. Now, perseverance must have complete action, so that you may be Perfect and righteous, in no way disabled. " James urges Christians to face their trials as opportunities to strengthen faith and perseverance, leading to perfection and integrity.
1 Peter 1:7: "that proof of your faith, more precious than the gold that perishes and is proven by fire, reduces to praise, glory, and honor in the revelation of Jesus Christ." This verse highlights how trials can prove the faith of Christians and lead them to be rewarded with praise, glory and honor.
Galatians 6:9: "And let us not get tired of doing good, because in time we will reap, if we do not faint." This verse encourages Christians to continue to do good, even when they face difficulties and trials, reminding them that they will be rewarded at the right time.
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