1 Corinthians 9:26

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

I don't run without a goal. And I don't box by beating my fists in the air.

Cross References

Matthew 11:12

From the time of John the Baptist until now, violent people have been trying to take over the kingdom of heaven by force.

Luke 13:24

Do all you can to go in by the narrow door! A lot of people will try to get in, but will not be able to.

1 Corinthians 14:9

That's how it is when you speak unknown languages. If no one can understand what you are talking about, you will only be talking to the wind.

2 Corinthians 5:1

Our bodies are like tents that we live in here on earth. But when these tents are destroyed, we know that God will give each of us a place to live. These homes will not be buildings that someone has made, but they are in heaven and will last for ever.

2 Corinthians 5:8

We should be cheerful, because we would rather leave these bodies and be at home with the Lord.

Galatians 2:2

But I went there because God had told me to go, and I explained the good news that I had been preaching to the Gentiles. Then I met privately with the ones who seemed to be the most important leaders. I wanted to make sure that my work in the past and my future work would not be for nothing.

Ephesians 6:12

We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.

Philippians 1:21

If I live, it will be for Christ, and if I die, I will gain even more.

Colossians 1:29

That's why I work so hard and use the mighty power he gives me.

2 Timothy 1:12

That's why I am suffering now. But I am not ashamed! I know the one I have faith in, and I am sure that he can guard until the last day what he has trusted me with.

2 Timothy 2:5

No one wins an athletic contest without obeying the rules.

2 Timothy 4:7

I have fought well. I have finished the race, and I have been faithful.

Hebrews 12:1

Such a large crowd of witnesses is all around us! So we must get rid of everything that slows us down, especially the sin that just won't let go. And we must be determined to run the race that is ahead of us.

Hebrews 4:1

The promise to enter the place of rest is still good, and we must take care that none of you miss out.

1 Peter 5:1

Church leaders, I am writing to encourage you. I too am a leader, as well as a witness to Christ's suffering, and I will share in his glory when it is shown to us.

2 Peter 1:10

My friends, you must do all you can to show that God has really chosen and selected you. If you keep on doing this, you won't stumble and fall.