Romans 16:18

God's Word

People like these are not serving Christ our Lord. They are serving their own desires. By their smooth talk and flattering words they deceive unsuspecting people.

Cross References

2 Samuel 15:6

This is what he did for all Israelites who came to the king to have him try their case. So Absalom stole the hearts of the people of Israel.

2 Chronicles 18:5

So the king of Israel called 400 prophets together. He asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth in Gilead or not?” “Go,” they said. “God will hand over Ramoth to you.”

Psalm 119:130

Your word is a doorway that lets in light, and it helps gullible people understand.

Psalm 12:2

All people speak foolishly. They speak with flattering lips. They say one thing but mean another.

Psalm 19:7

The teachings of the Lord are perfect. They renew the soul. The testimony of the Lord is dependable. It makes gullible people wise.

Proverbs 14:15

A gullible person believes anything, but a sensible person watches his step.

Proverbs 22:3

Sensible people foresee trouble and hide ⌞from it⌟, but gullible people go ahead and suffer ⌞the consequence⌟.

Proverbs 8:5

You gullible people, learn how to be sensible. You fools, get a heart that has understanding.

Jeremiah 23:17

They keep saying to those who despise me, “The Lord says, ‘Everything will go well for you.’ ” They tell all who live by their own stubborn ways, “Nothing bad will happen to you.”

Ezekiel 13:16

The prophets of Israel who prophesied to Jerusalem are gone. Those who said that everything was alright, when it wasn’t alright, are gone, declares the Almighty Lord.” ’

Ezekiel 13:19

You dishonor me in front of my people for a few handfuls of barley and a few pieces of bread. You kill people who shouldn’t die, and you spare the lives of people who shouldn’t live. You lie to my people who are willing to listen.

Daniel 11:34

As they are being defeated, they will get a little help, but many who are not sincere will join them.

Micah 3:5

This is what the Lord says about the prophets who mislead my people: When they have something to eat, they say, “All is well!” But they declare a holy war against those who don’t feed them.

Malachi 1:10

“I wish one of you would shut the doors ⌞to my house⌟ so that you could not light fires on my altar for no reason. I’m not pleased with you,” says the Lord of Armies, “and I won’t accept your offerings.

Matthew 24:11

Many false prophets will appear and deceive many people.

Matthew 24:24

False messiahs and false prophets will appear. They will work spectacular, miraculous signs and do wonderful things to deceive, if possible, even those whom God has chosen.

Matthew 6:24

“No one can serve two masters. He will hate the first master and love the second, or he will be devoted to the first and despise the second. You cannot serve God and wealth.

Matthew 7:15

“Beware of false prophets. They come to you disguised as sheep, but in their hearts they are vicious wolves.

John 12:26

Those who serve me must follow me. My servants will be with me wherever I will be. If people serve me, the Father will honor them.

Romans 14:18

The person who serves Christ with this in mind is pleasing to God and respected by people.

Romans 16:19

Everyone has heard about your obedience and this makes me happy for you. I want you to do what is good and to avoid what is evil.

2 Corinthians 11:3

However, I’m afraid that as the snake deceived Eve by its tricks, so your minds may somehow be lured away from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ.

2 Corinthians 2:17

At least we don’t go around selling an impure word of God like many others. The opposite is true. As Christ’s spokesmen and in God’s presence, we speak the pure message that comes from God.

2 Corinthians 4:2

Instead, we have refused to use secret and shameful ways. We don’t use tricks, and we don’t distort God’s word. As God watches, we clearly reveal the truth to everyone. This is our ⌞letter of⌟ recommendation.

Galatians 1:10

Am I saying this now to win the approval of people or God? Am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be Christ’s servant.

Philippians 2:21

Everyone else looks after his own interests, not after those of Jesus Christ.

Philippians 3:19

In the end they will be destroyed. Their own emotions are their god, and they take pride in the shameful things they do. Their minds are set on worldly things.

Colossians 2:4

I say this so that no one will mislead you with arguments that merely sound good.

Colossians 3:24

You know that your real master will give you an inheritance as your reward. It is Christ, your real master, whom you are serving.

2 Thessalonians 2:10

He will use everything that God disapproves of to deceive those who are dying, those who refused to love the truth that would save them.

1 Timothy 6:5

and conflict between people whose corrupt minds have been robbed of the truth. They think that a godly life is a way to make a profit.

James 1:1

From James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. To God’s faithful people  who have been scattered. Greetings.

2 Peter 2:3

In their greed they will use good-sounding arguments to exploit you. The verdict against them from long ago is still in force, and their destruction is not asleep.

Jude 1:1

From Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of James. To those who have been called, who are loved by God the Father, and who are kept safe for Jesus Christ.

Jude 1:12

These people are a disgrace at the special meals you share with other believers. They eat with you and don’t feel ashamed. They are shepherds who care ⌞only⌟ for themselves. They are dry clouds blown around by the winds. They are withered, uprooted trees without any fruit. As a result, they have died twice.

Jude 1:16

These people complain, find fault, follow their own desires, say arrogant things, and flatter people in order to take advantage of them.

Revelation 1:1

This is the revelation of Jesus Christ. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon. He sent this revelation through his angel to his servant John.

1 Samuel 2:29

Why do you show no respect for my sacrifices and grain offerings that I have commanded people to make in my dwelling place? Why do you honor your sons more than me by making yourselves fat on the best of all the sacrifices offered by my people Israel?