2 Corinthians 4:17

New Century Version

We have small troubles for a while now, but they are helping us gain an eternal glory that is much greater than the troubles.

Cross References

Genesis 15:1

After these things happened, the Lord spoke his word to Abram in a vision: “Abram, don’t be afraid. I will defend you, and I will give you a great reward.”

Psalm 119:67

Before I suffered, I did wrong, but now I obey your word.

Psalm 119:71

It was good for me to suffer so I would learn your demands.

Psalm 30:5

His anger lasts only a moment, but his kindness lasts for a lifetime. Crying may last for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

Psalm 31:19

How great is your goodness that you have stored up for those who fear you, that you have given to those who trust you. You do this for all to see.

Psalm 73:24

You guide me with your advice, and later you will receive me in honor.

Isaiah 26:20

My people, go into your rooms and shut your doors behind you. Hide in your rooms for a short time until God’s anger is finished.

Isaiah 54:8

I became very angry and hid from you for a time, but I will show you mercy with kindness forever,” says the Lord who saves you.

Isaiah 64:4

From long ago no one has ever heard of a God like you. No one has ever seen a God besides you, who helps the people who trust you.

Numbers 5:28

But if the woman has not sinned, she is pure. She is not guilty, and she will be able to have babies.

Matthew 5:12

Rejoice and be glad, because you have a great reward waiting for you in heaven. People did the same evil things to the prophets who lived before you.

Luke 6:23

Be full of joy at that time, because you have a great reward in heaven. Their ancestors did the same things to the prophets.

Acts 20:23

I know only that in every city the Holy Spirit tells me that troubles and even jail wait for me.

Romans 2:7

Some people, by always continuing to do good, live for God’s glory, for honor, and for life that has no end. God will give them life forever.

Romans 8:18

The sufferings we have now are nothing compared to the great glory that will be shown to us.

Romans 8:34

Who can say God’s people are guilty? No one, because Christ Jesus died, but he was also raised from the dead, and now he is on God’s right side, appealing to God for us.

Romans 8:37

But in all these things we are completely victorious through God who showed his love for us.

1 Corinthians 2:9

But as it is written in the Scriptures: “No one has ever seen this, and no one has ever heard about it. No one has ever imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.”

2 Corinthians 3:18

Our faces, then, are not covered. We all show the Lord’s glory, and we are being changed to be like him. This change in us brings ever greater glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.

Philippians 1:19

Because you are praying for me and the Spirit of Jesus Christ is helping me, I know this trouble will bring my freedom.

2 Thessalonians 1:4

So we brag about you to the other churches of God. We tell them about the way you continue to be strong and have faith even though you are being treated badly and are suffering many troubles.

2 Thessalonians 1:6

God will do what is right. He will give trouble to those who trouble you.

2 Timothy 2:10

So I patiently accept all these troubles so that those whom God has chosen can have the salvation that is in Christ Jesus. With that salvation comes glory that never ends.

James 1:12

When people are tempted and still continue strong, they should be happy. After they have proved their faith, God will reward them with life forever. God promised this to all those who love him.

1 Peter 4:7

The time is near when all things will end. So think clearly and control yourselves so you will be able to pray.

1 Peter 5:10

And after you suffer for a short time, God, who gives all grace, will make everything right. He will make you strong and support you and keep you from falling. He called you to share in his glory in Christ, a glory that will continue forever.

1 John 3:2

Dear friends, now we are children of God, and we have not yet been shown what we will be in the future. But we know that when Christ comes again, we will be like him, because we will see him as he really is.

Jude 1:24

God is strong and can help you not to fall. He can bring you before his glory without any wrong in you and can give you great joy.