2 Corinthians 4:17

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Our suffering is light and temporary and is producing for us an eternal glory that is greater than anything we can imagine.

Cross References

Genesis 15:1

Later the Lord spoke his word to Abram in a vision. He said, “Abram, don’t be afraid. I am your shield. Your reward will be very great.”

Psalm 119:67

Before you made me suffer, I used to wander off, but now I hold on to your word.

Psalm 119:71

It was good that I had to suffer in order to learn your laws.

Psalm 30:5

His anger lasts only a moment. His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may last for the night, but there is a song of joy in the morning.

Psalm 31:19

Your kindness is so great! You reserve it for those who fear you. Adam’s descendants watch as you show it to those who take refuge in you.

Psalm 73:24

With your advice you guide me, and in the end you will take me to glory.

Isaiah 26:20

My people, go to your rooms, and shut the doors behind you. Hide for a little while until his fury has ended.

Isaiah 54:8

I hid my face from you for a moment in a burst of anger, but I will have compassion on you with everlasting kindness,” says the Lord your defender.

Isaiah 64:4

No one has ever heard, no one has paid attention, and no one has seen any god except you. You help those who wait for you.

Numbers 5:28

But if the woman is not unclean and is pure, she is not guilty and will be able to have children.

Matthew 5:12

Rejoice and be glad because you have a great reward in heaven! The prophets who lived before you were persecuted in these ways.

Luke 6:23

Rejoice then, and be very happy! You have a great reward in heaven. That’s the way their ancestors treated the prophets.

Acts 20:23

However, the Holy Spirit warns me in every city that imprisonment and suffering are waiting for me.

Romans 2:7

He will give everlasting life to those who search for glory, honor, and immortality by persisting in doing what is good. But he will bring

Romans 8:18

I consider our present sufferings insignificant compared to the glory that will soon be revealed to us.

Romans 8:34

Who will condemn them? Christ has died, and more importantly, he was brought back to life. Christ is in the honored position—the one next to God the Father on the heavenly throne. Christ also intercedes for us.

Romans 8:37

The one who loves us gives us an overwhelming victory in all these difficulties.

1 Corinthians 2:9

But as Scripture says: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined the things that God has prepared for those who love him.”

2 Corinthians 3:18

As all of us reflect the Lord’s glory with faces that are not covered with veils, we are being changed into his image with ever-increasing glory. This comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.

Philippians 1:19

for another reason. I know that I will be set free through your prayers and through the help that comes from the Spirit of Jesus Christ.

2 Thessalonians 1:4

That’s why we brag in God’s churches about your endurance and faith in all the persecutions and suffering you are experiencing.

2 Thessalonians 1:6

Certainly, it is right for God to give suffering to those who cause you to suffer.

2 Timothy 2:10

For that reason, I endure everything for the sake of those who have been chosen so that they, too, may receive salvation from Christ Jesus with glory that lasts forever.

James 1:12

Blessed are those who endure when they are tested. When they pass the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

1 Peter 4:7

The end of everything is near. Therefore, practice self-control, and keep your minds clear so that you can pray.

1 Peter 5:10

God, who shows you his kindness  and who has called you through Christ Jesus to his eternal glory, will restore you, strengthen you, make you strong, and support you as you suffer for a little while.

1 John 3:2

Dear friends, now we are God’s children. What we will be isn’t completely clear yet. We do know that when Christ appears we will be like him because we will see him as he is.

Jude 1:24

God can guard you so that you don’t fall and so that you can be full of joy as you stand in his glorious presence without fault.