Ephesians 4:2

New Century Version

Always be humble, gentle, and patient, accepting each other in love.

Cross References

Psalm 138:6

Though the Lord is supreme, he takes care of those who are humble, but he stays away from the proud.

Psalm 45:4

In your majesty win the victory for what is true and right. Your power will do amazing things.

Proverbs 16:19

It is better to be humble and be with those who suffer than to share stolen property with the proud.

Proverbs 3:34

The Lord laughs at those who laugh at him, but he gives grace to those who are not proud.

Ecclesiastes 7:8

It is better to finish something than to start it. It is better to be patient than to be proud.

Isaiah 57:15

And this is the reason: God lives forever and is holy. He is high and lifted up. He says, “I live in a high and holy place, but I also live with people who are sad and humble. I give new life to those who are humble and to those whose hearts are broken.

Zephaniah 2:3

Come to the Lord, all you who are not proud, who obey his laws. Do what is right. Learn to be humble. Maybe you will escape on the day the Lord shows his anger.

Zechariah 9:9

Rejoice greatly, people of Jerusalem! Shout for joy, people of Jerusalem! Your king is coming to you. He does what is right, and he saves. He is gentle and riding on a donkey, on the colt of a donkey.

Numbers 12:3

(Now Moses was very humble. He was the least proud person on earth.)

Matthew 11:29

Accept my teachings and learn from me, because I am gentle and humble in spirit, and you will find rest for your lives.

Mark 9:19

Jesus answered, “You people have no faith. How long must I stay with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy to me.”

Acts 20:19

The evil people made plans against me, which troubled me very much. But you know I always served the Lord unselfishly, and I often cried.

Romans 15:1

We who are strong in faith should help the weak with their weaknesses, and not please only ourselves.

1 Corinthians 13:7

Love patiently accepts all things. It always trusts, always hopes, and always endures.

Galatians 6:2

By helping each other with your troubles, you truly obey the law of Christ.

Ephesians 1:4

That is, in Christ, he chose us before the world was made so that we would be his holy people—people without blame before him.

Colossians 1:11

God will strengthen you with his own great power so that you will not give up when troubles come, but you will be patient.

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, run away from all those things. Instead, live in the right way, serve God, have faith, love, patience, and gentleness.

2 Timothy 2:25

The Lord’s servant must gently teach those who disagree. Then maybe God will let them change their minds so they can accept the truth.

James 1:21

So put out of your life every evil thing and every kind of wrong. Then in gentleness accept God’s teaching that is planted in your hearts, which can save you.

1 Peter 3:15

But respect Christ as the holy Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to answer everyone who asks you to explain about the hope you have,

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, all of you should be in agreement, understanding each other, loving each other as family, being kind and humble.