1 Corinthians 9:25

Bible in Basic English 1965

And every man who takes part in the sports has self-control in all things. Now they do it to get a crown which is of this world, but we for an eternal crown.

Cross References

1 Corinthians 15:54

But when this has taken place, then that which was said in the Writings will come true, Death is overcome by life.

Galatians 5:23

Gentle behaviour, control over desires: against such there is no law.

1 Timothy 6:12

Be fighting the good fight of the faith; take for yourself the life eternal, for which you were marked out, and of which you gave witness in the eyes of all.

2 Timothy 2:5

And if a man takes part in a competition he does not get the crown if he has not kept the rules.

Titus 1:8

But opening his house freely to guests; a lover of what is good, serious-minded, upright, holy, self-controlled;

Titus 2:2

That old men are to be simple in their tastes, serious, wise, true in faith, in love, and of a quiet mind.

Hebrews 12:28

If then, we have a kingdom which will never be moved, let us have grace, so that we may give God such worship as is pleasing to him with fear and respect:

Hebrews 12:4

Till now you have not given your blood in your fight against sin:

James 1:12

There is a blessing on the man who undergoes testing; because, if he has God's approval, he will be given the crown of life, which the Lord has said he will give to those who have love for him.

1 Peter 1:4

And a heritage fair, holy and for ever new, waiting in heaven for you,

1 Peter 5:4

And at the coming of the chief Keeper of the sheep, you will be given the eternal crown of glory.

2 Peter 1:6

And self-control to knowledge, and a quiet mind to self-control, and fear of God to a quiet mind,

Revelation 2:10

Have no fear of the things which you will have to undergo: see, the Evil One will send some of you into prison, so that you may be put to the test; and you will have great trouble for ten days. Be true till death, and I will give you the crown of life.

Revelation 3:11

I come quickly: keep that which you have, so that no one may take your crown.

Revelation 4:10

The four and twenty rulers go down on their faces before him who is seated on the high seat, and give worship to him who is living for ever and ever, and take off their crowns before the high seat, saying,

Revelation 4:4

And round about the high seat were four and twenty seats: and on them I saw four and twenty rulers seated, clothed in white robes; and on their heads crowns of gold.