1 Samuel 16:7

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But the Lord told Samuel, “Don’t look at his appearance or how tall he is, because I have rejected him. God does not see as humans see. Humans look at outward appearances, but the Lord looks into the heart.”

Cross References

Genesis 4:5

but he didn’t approve of Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry and was disappointed.

2 Samuel 14:25

Now, no one in all Israel was praised for his good looks as much as Absalom was. He had no blemish from head to toe.

2 Samuel 7:20

“What more can I, David, say to you, Almighty Lord, since you know me so well!

1 Kings 8:39

Hear ⌞them⌟ in heaven, where you live. Forgive ⌞them⌟, and take action. Give each person the proper reply. (You know what is in their hearts, because you alone know what is in the hearts of all people.)

1 Chronicles 17:18

“What more can I do for you in light of the honor ⌞you have given⌟ to me and since you know me so well!

1 Chronicles 28:9

“And you, my son Solomon, learn to know your father’s God. Serve the Lord wholeheartedly and willingly because he searches every heart and understands every thought ⌞we have⌟. If you dedicate your life to serving him, he will accept you. But if you abandon him, he will reject you from then on.

2 Chronicles 16:9

The Lord’s eyes scan the whole world to find those whose hearts are committed to him and to strengthen them. You acted foolishly in this matter. So from now on, you will have to fight wars.”

2 Chronicles 6:30

Hear ⌞them⌟ in heaven, where you live. Forgive ⌞them⌟, and give each person the proper reply. (You know what is in their hearts, because you alone know what is in people’s hearts.)

Job 10:4

Do you actually have human eyes? Do you see as a mortal sees?

Job 35:5

“Look at the heavens and see. Observe the clouds high above you.

Psalm 139:2

You alone know when I sit down and when I get up. You read my thoughts from far away.

Psalm 7:9

Let the evil within wicked people come to an end, but make the righteous person secure, O righteous God who examines thoughts and emotions.

Proverbs 15:11

If Sheol and Abaddon lie open in front of the Lord how much more the human heart!

Proverbs 16:2

A person thinks all his ways are pure, but the Lord weighs motives.

Proverbs 24:12

When you say, “We didn’t know this,” won’t the one who weighs hearts take note of it? Won’t the one who guards your soul know it? Won’t he pay back people for what they do?

Proverbs 31:30

“Charm is deceptive, and beauty evaporates, ⌞but⌟ a woman who has the fear of the Lord should be praised.

Jeremiah 11:20

O Lord of Armies, you judge fairly and test motives and thoughts. I want to see you take revenge on them, because I’ve brought my case to you.

Jeremiah 17:10

I, the Lord, search minds and test hearts. I will reward each person for what he has done. I will reward him for the results of his actions.

Jeremiah 20:12

But the Lord of Armies examines the righteous. He sees their motives and thoughts. I want to see you take revenge on them, because I’ve brought my case to you.

Luke 16:15

So Jesus said to them, “You try to justify your actions in front of people. But God knows what’s in your hearts. What is important to humans is disgusting to God.

John 7:24

Stop judging by outward appearance! Instead, judge correctly.”

John 8:15

You judge the way humans do. I don’t judge anyone.

Acts 1:24

Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s thoughts. Show us which of these two you have chosen.

2 Corinthians 10:10

I know that someone is saying that my letters are powerful and strong, but that I’m a weakling and a terrible speaker.

2 Corinthians 10:7

Look at the plain facts! If anyone is confident he belongs to Christ, he should take note that we also belong to Christ.

Hebrews 4:13

No creature can hide from God. Everything is uncovered and exposed for him to see. We must answer to him.

1 Peter 2:4

You are coming to Christ, the living stone who was rejected by humans but was chosen as precious by God.

1 Peter 3:4

Rather, beauty is something internal that can’t be destroyed. Beauty expresses itself in a gentle and quiet attitude which God considers precious.

Revelation 2:23

I will kill her children. Then all the churches will know that I am the one who searches hearts and minds. I will reward each of you for what you have done.

1 Samuel 2:3

“Do not boast ⌞or⌟ let arrogance come out of your mouth because the Lord is a God of knowledge, and he weighs ⌞our⌟ actions.

1 Samuel 9:2

He had a son named Saul, a handsome, young man. No man in Israel was more handsome than Saul. He stood a head taller than everyone else.