Psalm 11:5

The Passion Translation

Yahweh tests both the righteous and the wicked. God’s very soul detests lovers of violence.

Cross References

James 1:12

If your faith remains strong, even while surrounded by life’s difficulties, you will continue to experience the untold blessings of God! True happiness comes as you pass the test with faith, and receive the victorious crown of life promised to every lover of God!

1 Peter 4:12

Beloved friends, if life gets extremely difficult, with many tests, don’t be bewildered as though something strange were overwhelming you.

1 Peter 1:7

But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed.

Psalm 26:2

Yahweh, you can scrutinize me. Refine my heart and probe my every thought. Put me to the test and you’ll find me true.

Psalm 7:9

Once and for all, bring to an end the evil tactics of the wicked! Establish the cause of the righteous, for you are the righteous God, the soul searcher, who tests every heart to examine the thoughts and motives.

Genesis 22:1

Some time later, God tested Abraham. He said, “Abraham!” “Yes, I’m here,” Abraham answered.

Psalm 21:8

Your almighty hands have captured your foes. You uncovered all who hate you and you seized them.

Jeremiah 12:8

My own inheritance has turned against me like savage, roaring lions in the jungle; therefore, I will deal with her as though I hate her.

Psalm 139:1

Lord, you know everything there is to know about me.

Psalm 17:3

For in a visitation of the night you inspected my heart and refined my soul in fire until nothing vile was found in me. I will not sin with my words.

Psalm 10:3

How they brag and boast of their cravings, exalting the greedy. They congratulate themselves as they despise you—

Psalm 5:6

You will make an end of all those who lie. How you hate their hypocrisy and despise all who love violence!

Jeremiah 20:12

O  Yahweh, Commander of Angel Armies, you test the righteous. You probe my deepest thoughts and motives. I have committed my cause to you, so let me watch as you take revenge on my enemies.