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Ezekiel chapter 9: verse 11 (NIV)  Then the man in linen with the writing kit at his side brought back word, saying, “I have done as you commanded.” The chapters leading up to this verse make grim reading as the extent of the people’s sins, especially those in leadership and authority, are revealed by God…

Hebrews Chapter 5: verses 11-14 (NIV) We have much to say about this, but it is hard to make it clear to you because you no longer try to understand.  In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over…

Ezekiel Chapter 2: Verses 4-6 (NIV)  The people to whom I am sending you are obstinate and stubborn. Say to them, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says.’ And whether they listen or fail to listen—for they are a rebellious people—they will know that a prophet has been among them. And you, son of man, do not be afraid of them…

Hebrews chapter 4: verses 12-13 (NIV)  For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare…

Psalm 119: verses 139-140 (NIV)  My zeal wears me out,    for my enemies ignore your words. Your promises have been thoroughly tested,    and your servant loves them. Hebrews chapter 3: verses 13-14 (NIV) But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called ‘Today’, so that none of you may be hardened…

Obadiah: 11-15 (NIV) On the day you stood aloof    while strangers carried off his wealth and foreigners entered his gates    and cast lots for Jerusalem,    you were like one of them. You should not gloat over your brother    in the day of his misfortune, nor rejoice over the people of Judah…

Hebrews chapter 1: 1-4 (NIV)    In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. The Son is…

Philemon: 7 (NIV) Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the Lord’s people. Colossians Chapter 1: Verse 10 (NIV) So that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God. In…

Titus chapter 3: verses 1-7 (NIV)  Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone. At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by…

Titus Chapter 2: verses 6-10 (NIV)  Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled.  In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say…