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Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive… 1 Corinthians 9:25

Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. 1 Corinthians 9:25	All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize. self-control reward eternal life
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10	The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. salvation life

And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6	And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Jesus second coming rebirth
For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 1 Corinthians 1:18	The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God. salvation strength crucifixion
And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Matthew 16:18	Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means ‘rock’), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it. church community hell
A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit. Proverbs 15:4	Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. speaking Spirit lying
But he answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4	But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” food Word of God listening
Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it. Proverbs 13:11	Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time. money greed work
Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation. 1 Peter 2:2	Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment. salvation food Word of God
Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew 6:9-10	Pray like this: Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. prayer Father humility
Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day is a Sabbath of solemn rest, a holy convocation. You shall do no work. It is a Sabbath to the Lord in all your dwelling places. Leviticus 23:3	You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath day of complete rest, an official day for holy assembly. It is the Lord’s Sabbath day, and it must be observed wherever you live. sabbath
What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? Romans 6:1-2	Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? sin grace life
For a thousand years in your sight are but as yesterday when it is past, or as a watch in the night. Psalm 90:4	For you, a thousand years are as a passing day, as brief as a few night hours. God life understanding
For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Luke 14:28	But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it? debt planning money
For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake. Philippians 1:29	For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. grace faith suffering
For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. Romans 1:16	For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. faith evangelism salvation
And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them. Luke 2:20	The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. It was just as the angel had told them. worship christmas praise
Know therefore today, and lay it to your heart, that the Lord is God in heaven above and on the earth beneath; there is no other. Deuteronomy 4:39	So remember this and keep it firmly in mind: The Lord is God both in heaven and on earth, and there is no other. God heaven world
And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. Hebrews 11:6	And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. faith joy reward
For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:12	The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ. body community church
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to speak of the things that they do in secret. Ephesians 5:11-12	Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. sin speaking idols
Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. Proverbs 19:21	You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. planning understanding dependence
Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. John 16:7	But in fact, it is best for you that I go away, because if I don’t, the Advocate won’t come. If I do go away, then I will send him to you. comforter Spirit receiving
But as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:15-16	But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. For the Scriptures say, “You must be holy because I am holy.” holiness life calling
In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? John 14:2	There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? Jesus Father heaven