Mark 13:7

The Passion Translation

You will hear rumors of wars nearby, with more rumors of wars to come. Make sure that you are not thrown into a panic or give in to your fears, for these things are destined to happen. Prepare for it, but still the end is not yet.

Cross References

Psalm 112:7

They will not live in fear or dread of what may come, for their hearts are firm, ever secure in their faith.

Psalm 27:3

My heart will not fear even if an army rises to attack. I will not be shaken, even if war is imminent.

Proverbs 3:25

You will not be subject to terror, for it will not terrify you. Nor will the disrespectful be able to push you aside,

Isaiah 8:12

“Don’t believe their every conspiracy rumor. And don’t fear what they fear—don’t be moved or terrified.

Jeremiah 51:46

But make sure that you are not discouraged. Do not worry about the many conspiracy theories that are being circulated throughout the country. For every year a different rumor spreads— rumors of violence, rumors of one king fighting another.

Matthew 18:7

“Misery will come to the one who lures people away into sin. Troubles and obstacles to your faith are inevitable, but great devastation will come to the one guilty of causing others to stumble!

Matthew 2:3

King Herod was shaken to the core when he heard this, and not only he, but all of Jerusalem was disturbed when they heard this news.

Mark 13:6

For many will appear on the scene claiming my authority or saying about themselves, ‘I am God’s Anointed,’ and they will lead many astray.

Mark 13:8

For nations will go to war against each other and kingdoms will clash with kingdoms. And there will be terrible earthquakes in place after place—seismic events of epic proportion. And there will be famines and riots. This is how the first contractions and birth pains of the new age will begin.”

John 14:1

“Don’t worry or surrender to your fear. For you’ve believed in God, now trust and believe in me also.

John 14:27

“I leave the gift of peace with you—my peace. Not the kind of fragile peace given by the world, but my perfect peace. Don’t yield to fear or be troubled in your hearts—instead, be courageous!

Acts 17:3

Paul challenged them by explaining the truth and proving to them the reality of the gospel—that the Messiah had to suffer and die, then rise again from among the dead. He made it clear to them, saying, “I come to announce to you that Jesus is the Anointed One, the Messiah!”