Hebrews 6:17

Conservative English Version

So when God wanted to prove for certain that his promise to his people could not be broken, he made a vow.

Cross References

Genesis 26:28

They answered, "We now know for certain that the LORD is with you, and we have decided there needs to be a peace treaty between you and us. So let's make a solemn agreement

Psalm 110:4

The LORD has made a promise that will never be broken: "You will be a priest forever, just like Melchizedek."

Psalm 33:11

But what the LORD has planned will stand forever. His thoughts never change.

Psalm 36:8

You give your guests a feast in your house, and you serve a tasty drink that flows like a river.

Exodus 22:11

If you swear with me as your witness that you did not harm the animal, you do not have to replace it. Your word is enough.

Proverbs 19:21

We may make a lot of plans, but the LORD will do what he has decided.

Song of Solomon 5:1

My bride, my very own, I come to my garden and enjoy its spices. I eat my honeycomb and honey; I drink my wine and milk. Eat and drink until you are drunk with love.

Isaiah 14:24

The LORD All-Powerful has made this promise: Everything I have planned will happen just as I said.

Isaiah 46:10

From the very beginning, I told what would happen long before it took place. I kept my word

Isaiah 55:11

That's how it is with my words. They don't return to me without doing everything I send them to do."

Isaiah 55:7

Give up your crooked ways and your evil thoughts. Return to the LORD our God. He will be merciful and forgive your sins.

Malachi 3:6

Descendants of Jacob, I am the LORD All-Powerful, and I never change. That's why you haven't been wiped out,

John 10:10

A thief comes only to rob, kill, and destroy. I came so that everyone would have life, and have it in its fullest.

Romans 11:29

God doesn't take back the gifts he has given or forget about the people he has chosen.

Romans 8:17

His Spirit lets us know that together with Christ we will be given what God has promised. We will also share in the glory of Christ, because we have suffered with him.

Galatians 3:29

So if you belong to Christ, you are now part of Abraham's family, and you will be given what God has promised.

Ephesians 1:11

God always does what he plans, and that's why he appointed Christ to choose us.

Hebrews 11:7

Because Noah had faith, he was warned about something that had not yet happened. He obeyed and built a boat that saved him and his family. In this way the people of the world were judged, and Noah was given the blessings that come to everyone who pleases God.

Hebrews 11:9

Because Abraham had faith, he lived as a stranger in the promised land. He lived there in a tent, and so did Isaac and Jacob, who were later given the same promise.

Hebrews 6:12

Then you would never be lazy. You would be following the example of those who had faith and were patient until God kept his promise to them.

Hebrews 6:16

When anyone wants to settle an argument, they make a vow by using the name of someone or something greater than themselves.

Hebrews 6:18

God cannot tell lies! And so his promises and vows are two things that can never be changed. We have run to God for safety. Now his promises should greatly encourage us to take hold of the hope that is right in front of us.

James 1:17

Every good and perfect gift comes down from the Father who created all the lights in the heavens. He is always the same and never makes dark shadows by changing.

James 2:5

My dear friends, pay attention. God has given a lot of faith to the poor people in this world. He has also promised them a share in his kingdom that he will give to everyone who loves him.

1 Peter 1:3

Praise God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is so good, and by raising Jesus from death, he has given us new life and a hope that lives on.

1 Peter 3:7

If you are a husband, you should be thoughtful of your wife. Treat her with honor, because she isn't as strong as you are, and she shares with you in the gift of life. Then nothing will stand in the way of your prayers.