Ecclesiastes 7:8

Good News Translation

The end of something is better than its beginning. Patience is better than pride.

Cross References

Proverbs 13:10

Arrogance causes nothing but trouble. It is wiser to ask for advice.

Proverbs 14:29

If you stay calm, you are wise, but if you have a hot temper, you only show how stupid you are.

Proverbs 15:18

Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace.

Proverbs 16:32

It is better to be patient than powerful. It is better to win control over yourself than over whole cities.

Proverbs 28:25

Selfishness only causes trouble. You are much better off to trust the Lord.

Ecclesiastes 7:1

A good reputation is better than expensive perfume; and the day you die is better than the day you are born.

Luke 16:25

But Abraham said, ‘Remember, my son, that in your lifetime you were given all the good things, while Lazarus got all the bad things. But now he is enjoying himself here, while you are in pain.

Luke 21:19

Stand firm, and you will save yourselves.

Galatians 5:22

But the Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Ephesians 4:2

Be always humble, gentle, and patient. Show your love by being tolerant with one another.

Hebrews 10:36

You need to be patient, in order to do the will of God and receive what he promises.

James 5:11

We call them happy because they endured. You have heard of Job's patience, and you know how the Lord provided for him in the end. For the Lord is full of mercy and compassion.

James 5:8

You also must be patient. Keep your hopes high, for the day of the Lord's coming is near.

1 Peter 1:13

So then, have your minds ready for action. Keep alert and set your hope completely on the blessing which will be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed.