2 Corinthians 4:17

Conservative English Version

These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all our troubles seem like nothing.

Cross References

Genesis 15:1

Later the LORD spoke to Abram in a vision, "Abram, don't be afraid! I will protect you and reward you greatly."

Psalm 119:67

Once you corrected me for not obeying you, but now I obey.

Psalm 119:71

When you corrected me, it did me good because it taught me to study your laws.

Psalm 30:5

Your anger lasts a little while, but your kindness lasts for a lifetime. At night we may cry, but when morning comes we will celebrate.

Psalm 31:19

You are wonderful, and while everyone watches, you store up blessings for all who honor and trust you.

Psalm 73:24

Your advice has been my guide, and later you will welcome me in glory.

Isaiah 26:20

Go inside and lock the doors, my people. Hide there for a little while, until the LORD is no longer angry.

Isaiah 54:8

For a while, I turned away in furious anger. Now I will have mercy and love you forever! I, your protector and LORD, make this promise."

Isaiah 64:4

You are the only God ever seen or heard of who works miracles for his followers.

Numbers 5:28

But if she is innocent, her body will not be harmed, and she will still be able to have children.

Matthew 5:12

Be happy and excited! You will have a great reward in heaven. People did these same things to the prophets who lived long ago.

Luke 6:23

Long ago your own people did these same things to the prophets. So when this happens to you, be happy and jump for joy! You will have a great reward in heaven.

Acts 20:23

In every city I visit, I am told by the Holy Spirit that I will be put in jail and will be in trouble in Jerusalem.

Romans 2:7

He will give eternal life to everyone who has patiently done what is good in the hope of receiving glory, honor, and life that lasts forever.

Romans 8:18

I am sure that what we are suffering now cannot compare with the glory that will be shown to us.

Romans 8:34

Or can anyone condemn them? No indeed! Christ died and was raised to life, and now he is at God's right side, speaking to him for us.

Romans 8:37

In everything we have won more than a victory because of Christ who loves us.

1 Corinthians 2:9

But it is just as the Scriptures say, "What God has planned for people who love him is more than eyes have seen or ears have heard. It has never even entered our minds!"

2 Corinthians 3:18

So our faces are not covered. They show the bright glory of the Lord, as the Lord's Spirit makes us more and more like our glorious Lord.

Philippians 1:19

because I know that your prayers and the help that comes from the Spirit of Christ Jesus will keep me safe.

2 Thessalonians 1:4

That's why we brag about you to all of God's churches. We tell them how patient you are and how you keep on having faith, even though you are going through a lot of trouble and suffering.

2 Thessalonians 1:6

It is only right for God to punish everyone who is causing you trouble,

2 Timothy 2:10

and so I am willing to put up with anything. Then God's special people will be saved. They will be given eternal glory because they belong to Christ Jesus.

James 1:12

God will bless you, if you don't give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life, just as he rewards everyone who loves him.

1 Peter 4:7

Everything will soon come to an end. So be serious and be sensible enough to pray.

1 Peter 5:10

But God shows undeserved kindness to everyone. That's why he appointed Christ Jesus to choose you to share in his eternal glory. You will suffer for a while, but God will make you complete, steady, strong, and firm.

1 John 3:2

My dear friends, we are already God's children, though what we will be hasn't yet been seen. But we do know that when Christ returns, we will be like him, because we will see him as he truly is.

Jude 1:24

Offer praise to God our Savior because of our Lord Jesus Christ! Only God can keep you from falling and make you pure and joyful in his glorious presence. Before time began and now and forevermore, God is worthy of glory, honor, power, and authority. Amen.