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1 John 3:2-3

2 Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.

3 Everyone who has this hope in him purifies himself, just as he is pure.

Cross References for 1 John 3:2-3

2 Corinthians 3:18 - And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his li... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 3:18 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 3:18

2 Corinthians 5:1 - Our Heavenly Dwelling Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a b... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:1 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:1

Matthew 13:38 - The field is the world, and the good seed stands for the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:38 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:38

Job 19:26 - And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; Click to read the verse Job 19:26 Click to read the verse Job 19:26

1 Peter 1:5 - who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready t... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:5 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:5

Isaiah 56:5 - to them I will give within my temple and its walls a memorial and a name better than sons and d... Click to read the verse Isaiah 56:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 56:5

Philippians 3:21 - who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lo... Click to read the verse Philippians 3:21 Click to read the verse Philippians 3:21

Hebrews 9:28 - so Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many people; and he will appear a second... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:28 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:28

Psalms 90:17 - May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us; establish the work of our hands for us— yes, es... Click to read the verse Psalms 90:17 Click to read the verse Psalms 90:17

Revelation 22:4 - They will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads. Click to read the verse Revelation 22:4 Click to read the verse Revelation 22:4

1 Corinthians 2:9 - However, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God h... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9

2 Corinthians 4:17 - For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs t... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:17 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:17

Revelation 1:7 - Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and... Click to read the verse Revelation 1:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 1:7

John 17:24 - “Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glor... Click to read the verse John 17:24 Click to read the verse John 17:24

Titus 2:14 - who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people tha... Click to read the verse Titus 2:14 Click to read the verse Titus 2:14

Romans 8:23 - Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wai... Click to read the verse Romans 8:23 Click to read the verse Romans 8:23

Romans 8:19 - The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. Click to read the verse Romans 8:19 Click to read the verse Romans 8:19

Psalms 31:19 - How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow i... Click to read the verse Psalms 31:19 Click to read the verse Psalms 31:19

1 John 3:1 - How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! ... Click to read the verse 1 John 3:1 Click to read the verse 1 John 3:1

1 Peter 5:1 - To Elders and Young Men To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder, a witness of Chris... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:1 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:1

Psalms 73:25 - Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. Click to read the verse Psalms 73:25 Click to read the verse Psalms 73:25

Numbers 14:14 - And they will tell the inhabitants of this land about it. They have already heard that you, O L... Click to read the verse Numbers 14:14 Click to read the verse Numbers 14:14

Malachi 3:2 - But who can endure the day of his coming? Who can stand when he appears? For he will be like a ... Click to read the verse Malachi 3:2 Click to read the verse Malachi 3:2

Exodus 28:2 - Make sacred garments for your brother Aaron, to give him dignity and honor. Click to read the verse Exodus 28:2 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:2

Exodus 29:43 - there also I will meet with the Israelites, and the place will be consecrated by my glory. Click to read the verse Exodus 29:43 Click to read the verse Exodus 29:43

1 Corinthians 13:12 - Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:12 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:12

1 Corinthians 1:7 - Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to b... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:7

Matthew 17:4 - Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shel... Click to read the verse Matthew 17:4 Click to read the verse Matthew 17:4

Colossians 3:3 - For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. Click to read the verse Colossians 3:3 Click to read the verse Colossians 3:3

Psalms 16:11 - You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with et... Click to read the verse Psalms 16:11 Click to read the verse Psalms 16:11

Psalms 17:15 - And I—in righteousness I will see your face; when I awake, I will be satisfied with seeing your... Click to read the verse Psalms 17:15 Click to read the verse Psalms 17:15

Psalms 11:7 - For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; upright men will see his face. Click to read the verse Psalms 11:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 11:7

Galatians 3:26 - Sons of God You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus, Click to read the verse Galatians 3:26 Click to read the verse Galatians 3:26

Romans 8:29 - For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the likeness of his Son, that he ... Click to read the verse Romans 8:29 Click to read the verse Romans 8:29

Galatians 4:6 - Because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out,... Click to read the verse Galatians 4:6 Click to read the verse Galatians 4:6

Isaiah 33:17 - Your eyes will see the king in his beauty and view a land that stretches afar. Click to read the verse Isaiah 33:17 Click to read the verse Isaiah 33:17

Matthew 5:8 - Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Click to read the verse Matthew 5:8 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:8

1 Kings 10:7 - But I did not believe these things until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not even half... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 10:7 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 10:7

1 Corinthians 13:9 - For we know in part and we prophesy in part, Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:9

2 Chronicles 9:6 - But I did not believe what they said until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not even ha... Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 9:6 Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 9:6

1 John 2:28 - Children of God And now, dear children, continue in him, so that when he appears we may be conf... Click to read the verse 1 John 2:28 Click to read the verse 1 John 2:28

1 Corinthians 15:53 - For the perishable must clothe itself with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:53 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:53

Job 37:19 - “Tell us what we should say to him; we cannot draw up our case because of our darkness. Click to read the verse Job 37:19 Click to read the verse Job 37:19

John 20:17 - Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet returned to the Father. Go instead to my ... Click to read the verse John 20:17 Click to read the verse John 20:17

1 Peter 5:4 - And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade a... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:4 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:4

2 Corinthians 5:6-8 - Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are aw... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:6-8 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Psalms 63:3 - Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. Click to read the verse Psalms 63:3 Click to read the verse Psalms 63:3

Hebrews 10:34 - You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, b... Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:34 Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:34

2 Peter 1:4 - Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you ma... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:4 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:4

Romans 8:18 - Future Glory I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that... Click to read the verse Romans 8:18 Click to read the verse Romans 8:18

2 Corinthians 5:8 - We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:8 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:8

Luke 9:32 - Peter and his companions were very sleepy, but when they became fully awake, they saw his glory... Click to read the verse Luke 9:32 Click to read the verse Luke 9:32

1 John 3:6 - No one who lives in him keeps on sinning. No one who continues to sin has either seen him or kn... Click to read the verse 1 John 3:6 Click to read the verse 1 John 3:6

Romans 8:4 - in order that the righteous requirements of the law might be fully met in us, who do not live a... Click to read the verse Romans 8:4 Click to read the verse Romans 8:4

1 Timothy 6:14 - to keep this command without spot or blame until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:14 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:14

1 John 5:1 - Faith in the Son of God Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and ever... Click to read the verse 1 John 5:1 Click to read the verse 1 John 5:1

Mark 9:5 - Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for... Click to read the verse Mark 9:5 Click to read the verse Mark 9:5

Mark 12:25 - When the dead rise, they will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the ang... Click to read the verse Mark 12:25 Click to read the verse Mark 12:25

Colossians 3:4 - When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Click to read the verse Colossians 3:4 Click to read the verse Colossians 3:4

1 Corinthians 15:49 - And just as we have borne the likeness of the earthly man, so shall we bear the likeness of the... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:49 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:49

Romans 8:14-15 - because those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Click to read the verse Romans 8:14-15 Click to read the verse Romans 8:14-15