Ecclesiastes 3:14

New International Reader's Version

I know that everything God does will last forever. Nothing can be added to it. And nothing can be taken from it. God does that so people will have respect for him.

Cross References

2 Samuel 22:31

“God’s way is perfect. The Lord’s word doesn’t have any flaws. He protects like a shield all who go to him for safety.

Psalm 33:11

But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever. What he wants to do will last for all time.

Psalm 64:9

All people will respect God. They will tell about his works. They will think about what he has done.

Psalm 76:10

Your anger against sinners brings you praise. Those who live through your anger gather to worship you.

Proverbs 19:21

A person may have many plans in their heart. But the Lord’s purpose wins out in the end.

Proverbs 21:30

No wisdom, wise saying or plan can succeed against the Lord.

Proverbs 30:6

Don’t add to his words. If you do, he will correct you. He will prove that you are a liar.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

Everything has now been heard. And here’s the final thing I want to say. Have respect for God and obey his commandments. This is what he expects of all human beings.

Ecclesiastes 5:6

Don’t let your mouth cause you to sin. Don’t say to the temple messenger, “My promise was a mistake.” Why should God be angry with what you say? Why should he destroy what you have done?

Ecclesiastes 5:7

Dreaming too much and talking too much are meaningless. So have respect for God.

Ecclesiastes 7:18

It’s good to hold on to both of those things. Don’t let go of either one. Whoever has respect for God will avoid going too far in either direction.

Isaiah 46:10

Before something even happens, I announce how it will end. In fact, from times long ago I announced what was still to come. I say, ‘My plan will succeed. I will do anything I want to do.’

Daniel 8:8

The goat became very great. But when its power was at its greatest, the goat’s large horn was broken off. In its place four large horns grew up toward the four winds of heaven.

Acts 2:23

Long ago God planned that Jesus would be handed over to you. With the help of evil people, you put Jesus to death. You nailed him to the cross.

Acts 4:28

They did what your power and purpose had already decided should happen.

Acts 5:39

But if their plans come from God, you won’t be able to stop these men. You will only find yourselves fighting against God.”

Romans 11:36

All things come from him. All things are directed by him. All things are for his praise. May God be given the glory forever! Amen.

Ephesians 3:11

That was God’s plan from the beginning. He has fulfilled his plan through Christ Jesus our Lord.

Deuteronomy 32:4

He is the Rock. His works are perfect. All his ways are right. He is faithful. He doesn’t do anything wrong. He is honest and fair.

Titus 1:2

That belief and understanding lead to the hope of eternal life. Before time began, God promised to give that life. And he does not lie.

James 1:17

Every good and perfect gift is from God. This kind of gift comes down from the Father who created the heavenly lights. These lights create shadows that move. But the Father does not change like these shadows.

Revelation 15:4

Lord, who will not have respect for you? Who will not bring glory to your name? You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship you. They see that the things you do are right.”