Ephesians 4:2

New International Reader's Version

Don’t be proud at all. Be completely gentle. Be patient. Put up with one another in love.

Cross References

Psalm 138:6

Though the Lord is high above all, he cares for the lowly. Though he is in heaven above, he sees them on earth below.

Psalm 45:4

In your majesty ride out with power to fight for what is true, humble and fair. Let your right hand do wonderful things.

Proverbs 16:19

Suppose you are lowly in spirit along with those who are treated badly. That’s better than sharing stolen goods with those who are proud.

Proverbs 3:34

He makes fun of proud people who make fun of others. But he gives grace to those who are humble and treated badly.

Ecclesiastes 7:8

The end of a matter is better than its beginning. So it’s better to be patient than proud.

Isaiah 57:15

The God who is highly honored lives forever. His name is holy. He says, “I live in a high and holy place. But I also live with anyone who turns away from their sins. I live with anyone who is not proud. I give new life to them. I give it to anyone who turns away from their sins.

Zephaniah 2:3

So look to him, all you people in the land who worship him faithfully. You always do what he commands you to do. Continue to do what is right. Don’t be proud. Then perhaps the Lord will keep you safe on the day he pours out his anger on the world.

Zechariah 9:9

“City of Zion, be full of joy! People of Jerusalem, shout! See, your king comes to you. He always does what is right. He has won the victory. He is humble and riding on a donkey. He is sitting on a donkey’s colt.

Numbers 12:3

Moses was a very humble man. In fact, he was more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth.

Matthew 11:29

Become my servants and learn from me. I am gentle and free of pride. You will find rest for your souls.

Mark 9:19

“You unbelieving people!” Jesus replied. “How long do I have to stay with you? How long do I have to put up with you? Bring the boy to me.”

Acts 20:19

I served the Lord with tears and without pride. I served him when I was greatly tested. I was tested by the evil plans of the Jews who disagreed with me.

Romans 15:1

We who have strong faith should help the weak with their problems. We should not please only ourselves.

1 Corinthians 13:7

It always protects. It always trusts. It always hopes. It never gives up.

Galatians 6:2

Carry one another’s heavy loads. If you do, you will fulfill the law of Christ.

Ephesians 1:4

God chose us to belong to Christ before the world was created. He chose us to be holy and without blame in his eyes. He loved us.

Colossians 1:11

We want you to be very strong, in keeping with his glorious power. We want you to be patient. We pray that you will never give up.

1 Timothy 6:11

But you are a man of God. Run away from all these things. Try hard to do what is right and godly. Have faith, love and gentleness. Hold on to what you believe.

2 Timothy 2:25

They must gently teach those who are against them. Maybe God will give a change of heart to those who are against you. That will lead them to know the truth.

James 1:21

So get rid of everything that is sinful. Get rid of the evil that is all around us. Don’t be too proud to accept the word that is planted in you. It can save you.

1 Peter 3:15

But make sure that in your hearts you honor Christ as Lord. Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you about the hope you have. Be ready to give the reason for it. But do it gently and with respect.

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, I want all of you to agree with one another. Be understanding. Love one another. Be kind and tender. Be humble.