Ephesians 4:2

God's Word

Be humble and gentle in every way. Be patient with each other and lovingly accept each other.

Cross References

Psalm 138:6

Even though the Lord is high above, he sees humble people ⌞close up⌟, and he recognizes arrogant people from a distance.

Psalm 45:4

Ride on victoriously in your majesty for the cause of truth, humility, and righteousness. Let your right hand teach you awe-inspiring things.

Proverbs 16:19

Better to be humble with lowly people than to share stolen goods with arrogant people.

Proverbs 3:34

When he mocks the mockers, he is gracious to humble people.

Ecclesiastes 7:8

The end of something is better than its beginning. It is better to be patient than arrogant.

Isaiah 57:15

The High and Lofty One lives forever, and his name is holy. This is what he says: I live in a high and holy place. But I am with those who are crushed and humble. I will renew the spirit of those who are humble and the courage of those who are crushed.

Zephaniah 2:3

Search for the Lord, all you humble people in the land who carry out his justice. Search for what is right. Search for humility. Maybe you will find shelter on the day of the Lord’s anger.

Zechariah 9:9

Rejoice with all your heart, people of Zion! Shout in triumph, people of Jerusalem! Look! Your King is coming to you: He is righteous and victorious. He is humble and rides on a donkey, on a colt, a young pack animal.

Numbers 12:3

(Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on earth.)

Matthew 11:29

Place my yoke  over your shoulders, and learn from me, because I am gentle and humble. Then you will find rest for yourselves

Mark 9:19

Jesus said to them, “You unbelieving generation! How long must I be with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring him to me!”

Acts 20:19

I humbly served the Lord, often with tears in my eyes. I served the Lord during the difficult times I went through when the Jews plotted against me.

Romans 15:1

So those of us who have a strong ⌞faith⌟ must be patient with the weaknesses of those whose ⌞faith⌟ is not so strong. We must not think only of ourselves.

1 Corinthians 13:7

Love never stops being patient, never stops believing, never stops hoping, never gives up.

Galatians 6:2

Help carry each other’s burdens. In this way you will follow Christ’s teachings.

Ephesians 1:4

Before the creation of the world, he chose us through Christ to be holy and perfect in his presence.

Colossians 1:11

We ask him to strengthen you by his glorious might with all the power you need to patiently endure everything with joy.

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, must avoid these things. Pursue what God approves of: a godly life, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.

2 Timothy 2:25

He must be gentle in correcting those who oppose the Good News. Maybe God will allow them to change the way they think and act and lead them to know the truth.

James 1:21

So get rid of all immoral behavior and all the wicked things you do. Humbly accept the word that God has placed in you. This word can save you.

1 Peter 3:15

But dedicate your lives to Christ as Lord. Always be ready to defend your confidence ⌞in God⌟ when anyone asks you to explain it. However, make your defense with gentleness and respect.

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, everyone must live in harmony, be sympathetic, love each other, have compassion, and be humble.