Romans 12:8

New American Bible - revised edition

if one exhorts, in exhortation; if one contributes, in generosity; if one is over others, with diligence; if one does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. Mutual Love.

Cross References

Genesis 18:19

Indeed, I have singled him out that he may direct his children and his household in the future to keep the way of the Lord by doing what is right and just, so that the Lord may put into effect for Abraham the promises he made about him.

Psalm 112:9

Lavishly he gives to the poor; his righteousness shall endure forever; his horn shall be exalted in honor.

Psalm 37:21

The wicked one borrows but does not repay; the righteous one is generous and gives.

Proverbs 22:9

The generous will be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.

Ecclesiastes 11:6

In the morning sow your seed, and at evening do not let your hand be idle: For you do not know which of the two will be successful, or whether both alike will turn out well. Poem on Youth and Old Age.

Ecclesiastes 9:10

Anything you can turn your hand to, do with what power you have; for there will be no work, no planning, no knowledge, no wisdom in Sheol where you are going. The Time of Misfortune Is Not Known.

Isaiah 32:5

No more will the fool be called noble, nor the deceiver be considered honorable.

Isaiah 32:8

But the noble plan noble deeds, and in noble deeds they persist.

Isaiah 64:5

We have all become like something unclean, all our just deeds are like polluted rags; We have all withered like leaves, and our crimes carry us away like the wind.

Matthew 25:40

And the king will say to them in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.’

Acts 11:23

When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to remain faithful to the Lord in firmness of heart,

Acts 13:12

When the proconsul saw what had happened, he came to believe, for he was astonished by the teaching about the Lord. Paul’s Arrival at Antioch in Pisidia.

Acts 13:15

After the reading of the law and the prophets, the synagogue officials sent word to them, “My brothers, if one of you has a word of exhortation for the people, please speak.” Paul’s Address in the Synagogue.

Acts 15:32

Judas and Silas, who were themselves prophets, exhorted and strengthened the brothers with many words.

Acts 20:2

As he traveled throughout those regions, he provided many words of encouragement for them. Then he arrived in Greece,

Acts 20:28

Keep watch over yourselves and over the whole flock of which the holy Spirit has appointed you overseers, in which you tend the church of God that he acquired with his own blood.

Acts 4:36

Thus Joseph, also named by the apostles Barnabas (which is translated “son of encouragement”), a Levite, a Cypriot by birth,

Romans 12:13

Contribute to the needs of the holy ones, exercise hospitality.

Romans 13:6

This is why you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, devoting themselves to this very thing.

1 Corinthians 12:28

Some people God has designated in the church to be, first, apostles; second, prophets; third, teachers; then, mighty deeds; then, gifts of healing, assistance, administration, and varieties of tongues.

1 Corinthians 14:3

On the other hand, one who prophesies does speak to human beings, for their building up, encouragement, and solace.

2 Corinthians 1:12

For our boast is this, the testimony of our conscience that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially toward you, with the simplicity and sincerity of God, [and] not by human wisdom but by the grace of God.

2 Corinthians 11:3

But I am afraid that, as the serpent deceived Eve by his cunning, your thoughts may be corrupted from a sincere [and pure] commitment to Christ.

2 Corinthians 8:12

For if the eagerness is there, it is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have;

2 Corinthians 9:11

You are being enriched in every way for all generosity, which through us produces thanksgiving to God,

2 Corinthians 9:13

Through the evidence of this service, you are glorifying God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ and the generosity of your contribution to them and to all others,

2 Corinthians 9:7

Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

Ephesians 6:5

Slaves, be obedient to your human masters with fear and trembling, in sincerity of heart, as to Christ,

Deuteronomy 15:14

but shall weigh him down with gifts from your flock and threshing floor and wine press; as the Lord, your God, has blessed you, so you shall give to him.

Deuteronomy 16:11

You shall rejoice in the presence of the Lord, your God, together with your son and daughter, your male and female slave, and the Levite within your gates, as well as the resident alien, the orphan, and the widow among you, in the place which the Lord, your God, will choose as the dwelling place of his name.

Colossians 3:22

Slaves, obey your human masters in everything, not only when being watched, as currying favor, but in simplicity of heart, fearing the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 2:3

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

1 Thessalonians 2:8

With such affection for you, we were determined to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our very selves as well, so dearly beloved had you become to us.

1 Timothy 4:13

Until I arrive, attend to the reading, exhortation, and teaching.

1 Timothy 5:17

Presbyters who preside well deserve double honor, especially those who toil in preaching and teaching.

1 Timothy 6:18

Tell them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, ready to share,

Hebrews 10:25

We should not stay away from our assembly, as is the custom of some, but encourage one another, and this all the more as you see the day drawing near.

Hebrews 13:17

Obey your leaders and defer to them, for they keep watch over you and will have to give an account, that they may fulfill their task with joy and not with sorrow, for that would be of no advantage to you.

Hebrews 13:22

Brothers, I ask you to bear with this message of encouragement, for I have written to you rather briefly.

Hebrews 13:24

Greetings to all your leaders and to all the holy ones. Those from Italy send you greetings.

Hebrews 13:7

Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.