1 Corinthians 13:4

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Love is kind and patient, never jealous, boastful, proud, or

Cross References

Genesis 30:1

Rachel was very jealous of Leah for having children, and she said to Jacob, “I'll die if you don't give me some children!”

Genesis 37:11

Joseph's brothers were jealous of him, but his father kept wondering about the dream.

Psalm 10:5

They are always successful, though they can't understand your teachings, and they keep sneering at their enemies.

Proverbs 10:12

Hatred stirs up trouble; love overlooks the wrongs that others do.

Proverbs 13:10

Too much pride causes trouble. Be sensible and take advice.

Proverbs 17:14

The start of an argument is like a water leak— so stop it before real trouble breaks out.

Proverbs 17:9

You will keep your friends if you forgive them, but you will lose your friends if you keep talking about what they did wrong.

Proverbs 19:22

What matters most is loyalty. It's better to be poor than to be a liar.

Proverbs 31:20

and she helps the poor and the needy.

Proverbs 31:26

Her words are sensible, and her advice is thoughtful.

Ecclesiastes 10:4

Don't give up your job when your boss gets angry. If you stay calm, you'll be forgiven.

Matthew 27:18

Pilate knew that the leaders had brought Jesus to him because they were jealous.

Acts 7:9

These men were our ancestors. Joseph was also one of our famous ancestors. His brothers were jealous of him and sold him as a slave to be taken to Egypt. But God was with him

Romans 1:29

They are evil, wicked, and greedy, as well as mean in every possible way. They want what others have, and they murder, argue, cheat, and are hard to get along with. They gossip,

Romans 13:13

So behave properly, as people do in the day. Don't go to wild parties or get drunk or be vulgar or indecent. Don't quarrel or be jealous.

1 Corinthians 3:3

because you are not yet spiritual. You are jealous and argue with each other. This proves that you are not spiritual and that you are acting like the people of this world.

1 Corinthians 4:18

Some of you think I am not coming for a visit, and so you are boasting.

1 Corinthians 4:6

Friends, I have used Apollos and myself as examples to teach you the meaning of the saying, “Follow the rules.” I want you to stop saying that one of us is better than the other.

1 Corinthians 5:2

You are proud, when you ought to feel bad enough to chase away anyone who acts like that.

1 Corinthians 8:1

In your letter you asked me about food offered to idols. All of us know something about this subject. But knowledge makes us proud of ourselves, while love makes us helpful to others.

2 Corinthians 12:20

I am afraid that when I come, we won't be pleased with each other. I fear that some of you may be arguing or jealous or angry or selfish or gossiping or insulting each other. I even fear that you may be proud and acting like a mob.

2 Corinthians 6:6

But we have kept ourselves pure and have been understanding, patient, and kind. The Holy Spirit has been with us, and our love has been real.

Galatians 5:26

But don't be conceited or make others jealous by claiming to be better than they are.

Ephesians 4:2

Always be humble and gentle. Patiently put up with each other and love each other.

Ephesians 4:32

Instead, be kind and merciful, and forgive others, just as God forgave you because of Christ.

Philippians 1:15

Some are preaching about Christ because they are jealous and envious of us. Others are preaching because they want to help.

Colossians 1:11

His glorious power will make you patient and strong enough to endure anything, and you will be truly happy.

Colossians 2:18

Don't be cheated by people who make a show of acting humble and who worship angels. They boast about seeing visions. But it is all nonsense, because their minds are filled with selfish desires.

Colossians 3:12

God loves you and has chosen you as his own special people. So be gentle, kind, humble, meek, and patient.

1 Thessalonians 5:14

My friends, we beg you to warn anyone who isn't living right. Encourage anyone who feels left out, help all who are weak, and be patient with everyone.

1 Timothy 6:4

Those people who disagree are proud of themselves, but they don't really know a thing. Their minds are sick, and they like to argue over words. They cause jealousy, disagreements, unkind words, evil suspicions,

2 Timothy 2:25

Be humble when you correct people who oppose you. Perhaps God will lead them to turn to him and learn the truth.

2 Timothy 3:10

Timothy, you know what I teach and how I live. You know what I want to do and what I believe. You have seen how patient and loving I am, and how in the past I put up with

2 Timothy 4:2

to preach God's message. Do it willingly, even if it isn't the popular thing to do. You must correct people and point out their sins. But also cheer them up, and when you instruct them, always be patient.

Titus 3:3

We used to be stupid, disobedient, and foolish, as well as slaves of all sorts of desires and pleasures. We were evil and jealous. Everyone hated us, and we hated everyone.

James 4:5

Do you doubt the Scriptures that say, “God truly cares about the Spirit he has put in us”?

1 Peter 2:1

Stop being hateful! Stop trying to fool people, and start being sincere. Don't be jealous or say cruel things about others.

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, all of you should agree and have concern and love for each other. You should also be kind and humble.

1 Peter 4:8

Most important of all, you must sincerely love each other, because love wipes away many sins.

2 Peter 1:7

concern for others, and love.

1 John 4:11

Dear friends, since God loved us this much, we must love each other.