2 Corinthians 6:8

New American Bible - revised edition

through glory and dishonor, insult and praise. We are treated as deceivers and yet are truthful;

Cross References

Matthew 10:25

It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher, for the slave that he become like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more those of his household! Courage Under Persecution.

Matthew 22:16

They sent their disciples to him, with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. And you are not concerned with anyone’s opinion, for you do not regard a person’s status.

Matthew 27:63

and said, “Sir, we remember that this impostor while still alive said, ‘After three days I will be raised up.’

Mark 12:14

They came and said to him, “Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you are not concerned with anyone’s opinion. You do not regard a person’s status but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not? Should we pay or should we not pay?”

John 7:12

And there was considerable murmuring about him in the crowds. Some said, “He is a good man,” [while] others said, “No; on the contrary, he misleads the crowd.”

Acts 10:22

They answered, “Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man, respected by the whole Jewish nation, was directed by a holy angel to summon you to his house and to hear what you have to say.”

Acts 16:39

So they came and placated them, and led them out and asked that they leave the city.

Acts 22:12

“A certain Ananias, a devout observer of the law, and highly spoken of by all the Jews who lived there,

Acts 24:5

We found this man to be a pest; he creates dissension among Jews all over the world and is a ringleader of the sect of the Nazoreans.

Acts 28:22

But we should like to hear you present your views, for we know that this sect is denounced everywhere.”

Acts 4:21

After threatening them further, they released them, finding no way to punish them, on account of the people who were all praising God for what had happened.

Acts 5:13

None of the others dared to join them, but the people esteemed them.

Acts 6:3

Brothers, select from among you seven reputable men, filled with the Spirit and wisdom, whom we shall appoint to this task,

Romans 3:8

And why not say—as we are accused and as some claim we say—that we should do evil that good may come of it? Their penalty is what they deserve. Universal Bondage to Sin.

2 Corinthians 1:18

As God is faithful, our word to you is not “yes” and “no.”

2 Corinthians 11:21

To my shame I say that we were too weak! But what anyone dares to boast of (I am speaking in foolishness) I also dare.

2 Corinthians 12:16

But granted that I myself did not burden you, yet I was crafty and got the better of you by deceit.

2 Corinthians 4:2

Rather, we have renounced shameful, hidden things; not acting deceitfully or falsifying the word of God, but by the open declaration of the truth we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience in the sight of God.

1 Thessalonians 2:3

Our exhortation was not from delusion or impure motives, nor did it work through deception.

1 Timothy 3:7

He must also have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, the devil’s trap.

1 Timothy 4:10

For this we toil and struggle, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the savior of all, especially of those who believe.

Hebrews 13:13

Let us then go to him outside the camp, bearing the reproach that he bore.

1 Peter 4:14

If you are insulted for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

3 John 1:12

Demetrius receives a good report from all, even from the truth itself. We give our testimonial as well, and you know our testimony is true.

Revelation 3:9

Behold, I will make those of the assembly of Satan who claim to be Jews and are not, but are lying, behold I will make them come and fall prostrate at your feet, and they will realize that I love you.