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1 Timothy 3:16

16 Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great:
He appeared in a body,
was vindicated by the Spirit,
was seen by angels,
was preached among the nations,
was believed on in the world,
was taken up in glory.

Cross References for 1 Timothy 3:16

Ephesians 3:9 - and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:9 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:9

Isaiah 44:6 - The Lord, Not Idols “This is what the Lord says— Israel’s King and Redeemer, the Lord Almighty:... Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6

1 Corinthians 15:47 - The first man was of the dust of the earth, the second man from heaven. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:47 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:47

Isaiah 7:14 - Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give bi... Click to read the verse Isaiah 7:14 Click to read the verse Isaiah 7:14

Matthew 1:23 - “The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel”—w... Click to read the verse Matthew 1:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 1:23

Hebrews 5:7 - During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries an... Click to read the verse Hebrews 5:7 Click to read the verse Hebrews 5:7

Galatians 4:4 - But when the time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under law, Click to read the verse Galatians 4:4 Click to read the verse Galatians 4:4

Hebrews 1:3 - The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining al... Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:3 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:3

Romans 1:3 - regarding his Son, who as to his human nature was a descendant of David, Click to read the verse Romans 1:3 Click to read the verse Romans 1:3

2 Peter 3:11 - Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought ... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:11 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:11

Romans 9:5 - Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them is traced the human ancestry of Christ, who is God ove... Click to read the verse Romans 9:5 Click to read the verse Romans 9:5

Revelation 7:9 - The Great Multitude in White Robes After this I looked and there before me was a great multitud... Click to read the verse Revelation 7:9 Click to read the verse Revelation 7:9

2 Corinthians 5:19 - that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting men’s sins against them. ... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:19 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 5:19

Genesis 22:14 - So Abraham called that place The Lord Will Provide. And to this day it is said, “On the mountai... Click to read the verse Genesis 22:14 Click to read the verse Genesis 22:14

John 10:30 - I and the Father are one.” Click to read the verse John 10:30 Click to read the verse John 10:30

2 Thessalonians 2:7 - For the secret power of lawlessness is already at work; but the one who now holds it back will ... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 2:7 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 2:7

Ephesians 3:10 - His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:10 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:10

2 Thessalonians 1:10 - on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those wh... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:10

John 1:14 - The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the ... Click to read the verse John 1:14 Click to read the verse John 1:14

Mark 12:11 - the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?” Click to read the verse Mark 12:11 Click to read the verse Mark 12:11

Isaiah 12:2 - Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 12:2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 12:2

Luke 24:51 - While he was blessing them, he left them and was taken up into heaven. Click to read the verse Luke 24:51 Click to read the verse Luke 24:51

John 1:51 - He then added, “I tell you the truth, you shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascendin... Click to read the verse John 1:51 Click to read the verse John 1:51

1 Timothy 3:15 - if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:15 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:15

Luke 2:9 - An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they we... Click to read the verse Luke 2:9 Click to read the verse Luke 2:9

2 Timothy 3:12 - In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 3:12 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 3:12

Isaiah 32:2 - Each man will be like a shelter from the wind and a refuge from the storm, like streams of wate... Click to read the verse Isaiah 32:2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 32:2

Isaiah 9:6 - For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. A... Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:6

Micah 5:2 - “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will c... Click to read the verse Micah 5:2 Click to read the verse Micah 5:2

John 3:12 - I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I s... Click to read the verse John 3:12 Click to read the verse John 3:12

Acts 20:28 - Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. B... Click to read the verse Acts 20:28 Click to read the verse Acts 20:28

Colossians 1:28 - We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present ever... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:28 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:28

Hebrews 7:7 - And without doubt the lesser person is blessed by the greater. Click to read the verse Hebrews 7:7 Click to read the verse Hebrews 7:7

Jeremiah 23:5-6 - “The days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will raise up to David a righteous Branch, a ... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:5-6 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:5-6

Romans 8:3 - For what the law was powerless to do in that it was weakened by the sinful nature, God did by s... Click to read the verse Romans 8:3 Click to read the verse Romans 8:3

Ephesians 6:19 - Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessl... Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19 Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19

Colossians 2:9 - For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, Click to read the verse Colossians 2:9 Click to read the verse Colossians 2:9

Acts 14:27 - On arriving there, they gathered the church together and reported all that God had done through... Click to read the verse Acts 14:27 Click to read the verse Acts 14:27

Romans 10:12 - For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly bles... Click to read the verse Romans 10:12 Click to read the verse Romans 10:12

Mark 1:13 - and he was in the desert forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and ... Click to read the verse Mark 1:13 Click to read the verse Mark 1:13

1 Peter 1:12 - It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves but you, when they spoke of the t... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:12 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:12

1 Peter 3:22 - who has gone into heaven and is at God’s right hand—with angels, authorities and powers in subm... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:22 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:22

Colossians 2:2 - My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have th... Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2 Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2

Song of Songs 5:15 - His legs are pillars of marble set on bases of pure gold. His appearance is like Lebanon, choic... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 5:15 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 5:15

1 Peter 3:18 - For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. ... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:18 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:18

Hebrews 10:20 - by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:20 Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:20

Exodus 37:9 - The cherubim had their wings spread upward, overshadowing the cover with them. The cherubim fac... Click to read the verse Exodus 37:9 Click to read the verse Exodus 37:9

Colossians 1:27 - To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, wh... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:27 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:27

Philippians 2:6-8 - Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, Click to read the verse Philippians 2:6-8 Click to read the verse Philippians 2:6-8

Matthew 3:16 - As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, a... Click to read the verse Matthew 3:16 Click to read the verse Matthew 3:16

John 1:1 - The Word Became Flesh In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word wa... Click to read the verse John 1:1 Click to read the verse John 1:1

Haggai 2:9 - ‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the ... Click to read the verse Haggai 2:9 Click to read the verse Haggai 2:9

John 16:8-9 - When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: Click to read the verse John 16:8-9 Click to read the verse John 16:8-9

Hebrews 2:14 - Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death h... Click to read the verse Hebrews 2:14 Click to read the verse Hebrews 2:14

1 John 5:6 - This is the one who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ. He did not come by water only, but by... Click to read the verse 1 John 5:6 Click to read the verse 1 John 5:6

Romans 10:18 - But I ask: Did they not hear? Of course they did: “Their voice has gone out into all the earth,... Click to read the verse Romans 10:18 Click to read the verse Romans 10:18

1 Corinthians 4:1 - Apostles of Christ So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and as those entrusted... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:1 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:1

Acts 1:2 - until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to t... Click to read the verse Acts 1:2 Click to read the verse Acts 1:2

Hebrews 12:2 - Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:2 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:2

1 Corinthians 13:2 - If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:2 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:2

Hebrews 1:8 - But about the Son he says, “Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever, and righteousness ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:8 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:8

Psalms 45:6 - Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of yo... Click to read the verse Psalms 45:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 45:6

Revelation 17:5 - This title was written on her forehead: mystery babylon the great the mother of prostitutes and... Click to read the verse Revelation 17:5 Click to read the verse Revelation 17:5

Acts 10:34 - Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism Click to read the verse Acts 10:34 Click to read the verse Acts 10:34

Luke 2:32 - a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.” Click to read the verse Luke 2:32 Click to read the verse Luke 2:32

Matthew 13:11 - He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but n... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11

Revelation 1:17-18 - When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said... Click to read the verse Revelation 1:17-18 Click to read the verse Revelation 1:17-18

Titus 1:1 - Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ for the faith of God’s elect and the know... Click to read the verse Titus 1:1 Click to read the verse Titus 1:1

John 20:28 - Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!” Click to read the verse John 20:28 Click to read the verse John 20:28

1 Corinthians 2:7 - No, we speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for ou... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:7

John 20:12 - and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other a... Click to read the verse John 20:12 Click to read the verse John 20:12

Psalms 47:5 - God has ascended amid shouts of joy, the Lord amid the sounding of trumpets. Click to read the verse Psalms 47:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 47:5

1 John 5:20 - We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know h... Click to read the verse 1 John 5:20 Click to read the verse 1 John 5:20

Luke 22:43 - An angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him. Click to read the verse Luke 22:43 Click to read the verse Luke 22:43

Ephesians 1:9 - And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purpos... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:9 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:9

Matthew 28:2 - There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to th... Click to read the verse Matthew 28:2 Click to read the verse Matthew 28:2

Acts 2:32-36 - God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of the fact. Click to read the verse Acts 2:32-36 Click to read the verse Acts 2:32-36

Colossians 1:23 - if you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope held out in the go... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:23 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:23

Ephesians 3:18 - may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is t... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:18 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:18

Isaiah 64:4 - Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you... Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4

Matthew 4:11 - Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him. Click to read the verse Matthew 4:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 4:11

Mark 12:37 - David himself calls him ‘Lord.’ How then can he be his son?” The large crowd listened to him wi... Click to read the verse Mark 12:37 Click to read the verse Mark 12:37

Luke 9:51 - Samaritan Opposition As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely ... Click to read the verse Luke 9:51 Click to read the verse Luke 9:51

Zechariah 12:8 - On that day the Lord will shield those who live in Jerusalem, so that the feeblest among them w... Click to read the verse Zechariah 12:8 Click to read the verse Zechariah 12:8

Mark 16:19 - After the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right ha... Click to read the verse Mark 16:19 Click to read the verse Mark 16:19

Romans 1:3-4 - regarding his Son, who as to his human nature was a descendant of David, Click to read the verse Romans 1:3-4 Click to read the verse Romans 1:3-4

Acts 1:19 - Everyone in Jerusalem heard about this, so they called that field in their language Akeldama, t... Click to read the verse Acts 1:19 Click to read the verse Acts 1:19

1 John 3:5 - But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins. And in him is no sin. Click to read the verse 1 John 3:5 Click to read the verse 1 John 3:5

Isaiah 50:8 - He who vindicates me is near. Who then will bring charges against me? Let us face each other! W... Click to read the verse Isaiah 50:8 Click to read the verse Isaiah 50:8

Romans 16:25 - Now to him who is able to establish you by my gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ, acco... Click to read the verse Romans 16:25 Click to read the verse Romans 16:25

Ephesians 4:10 - He who descended is the very one who ascended higher than all the heavens, in order to fill the... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:10 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:10

Matthew 22:45 - If then David calls him ‘Lord,’ how can he be his son?” Click to read the verse Matthew 22:45 Click to read the verse Matthew 22:45

John 17:5 - And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began. Click to read the verse John 17:5 Click to read the verse John 17:5

Hebrews 8:1 - The High Priest of a New Covenant The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a hi... Click to read the verse Hebrews 8:1 Click to read the verse Hebrews 8:1

Ephesians 4:8-10 - This is why it says: “When he ascended on high, he led captives in his train and gave gifts to ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:8-10 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:8-10

Ephesians 5:32 - This is a profound mystery—but I am talking about Christ and the church. Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:32 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:32

1 John 1:2 - The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, ... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:2 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:2

Luke 2:10-14 - But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be ... Click to read the verse Luke 2:10-14 Click to read the verse Luke 2:10-14

Isaiah 40:9 - You who bring good tidings to Zion, go up on a high mountain. You who bring good tidings to Jer... Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:9 Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:9

Luke 18:19 - “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. Click to read the verse Luke 18:19 Click to read the verse Luke 18:19

Song of Songs 8:1 - If only you were to me like a brother, who was nursed at my mother’s breasts! Then, if I found ... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:1 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:1

John 1:1-2 - The Word Became Flesh In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word wa... Click to read the verse John 1:1-2 Click to read the verse John 1:1-2

John 16:28 - I came from the Father and entered the world; now I am leaving the world and going back to the ... Click to read the verse John 16:28 Click to read the verse John 16:28

Philippians 1:15 - It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. Click to read the verse Philippians 1:15 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:15

1 Timothy 4:7 - Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:7 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:7

John 13:3 - Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God an... Click to read the verse John 13:3 Click to read the verse John 13:3

Acts 13:46-48 - Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “We had to speak the word of God to you first. Sin... Click to read the verse Acts 13:46-48 Click to read the verse Acts 13:46-48

Luke 8:10 - He said, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of God has been given to you, but to othe... Click to read the verse Luke 8:10 Click to read the verse Luke 8:10

John 1:32-33 - Then John gave this testimony: “I saw the Spirit come down from heaven as a dove and remain on ... Click to read the verse John 1:32-33 Click to read the verse John 1:32-33

John 15:26 - “When the Counselor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goe... Click to read the verse John 15:26 Click to read the verse John 15:26

Philippians 2:6 - Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, Click to read the verse Philippians 2:6 Click to read the verse Philippians 2:6

1 Peter 1:20 - He was chosen before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for your s... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:20 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:20

Psalms 68:17-18 - The chariots of God are tens of thousands and thousands of thousands; the Lord has come from Si... Click to read the verse Psalms 68:17-18 Click to read the verse Psalms 68:17-18

Hebrews 6:1 - Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:1 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:1

Colossians 1:6 - that has come to you. All over the world this gospel is bearing fruit and growing, just as it h... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:6 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:6

Revelation 17:7 - Then the angel said to me: “Why are you astonished? I will explain to you the mystery of the wo... Click to read the verse Revelation 17:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 17:7

2 John 1:7 - Many deceivers, who do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh, have gone out into ... Click to read the verse 2 John 1:7 Click to read the verse 2 John 1:7

Hebrews 10:5 - Therefore, when Christ came into the world, he said: “Sacrifice and offering you did not desire... Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:5 Click to read the verse Hebrews 10:5

1 Timothy 3:9 - They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:9 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:9

Ephesians 3:4 - In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:4 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:4

1 Timothy 1:4 - nor to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies. These promote controversies rather t... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:4 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:4

Mark 16:5 - As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right sid... Click to read the verse Mark 16:5 Click to read the verse Mark 16:5

1 Corinthians 14:2 - For anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God. Indeed, no one understands ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:2 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:2

John 6:62 - What if you see the Son of Man ascend to where he was before! Click to read the verse John 6:62 Click to read the verse John 6:62

Luke 1:1 - Introduction Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled ... Click to read the verse Luke 1:1 Click to read the verse Luke 1:1

Luke 24:4 - While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning s... Click to read the verse Luke 24:4 Click to read the verse Luke 24:4

Luke 20:44 - David calls him ‘Lord.’ How then can he be his son?” Click to read the verse Luke 20:44 Click to read the verse Luke 20:44

1 John 5:6-8 - This is the one who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ. He did not come by water only, but by... Click to read the verse 1 John 5:6-8 Click to read the verse 1 John 5:6-8

John 16:10 - in regard to righteousness, because I am going to the Father, where you can see me no longer; Click to read the verse John 16:10 Click to read the verse John 16:10

1 John 4:2 - This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Chri... Click to read the verse 1 John 4:2 Click to read the verse 1 John 4:2

Isaiah 50:5-7 - The Sovereign Lord has opened my ears, and I have not been rebellious; I have not drawn back. Click to read the verse Isaiah 50:5-7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 50:5-7

Galatians 2:8 - For God, who was at work in the ministry of Peter as an apostle to the Jews, was also at work i... Click to read the verse Galatians 2:8 Click to read the verse Galatians 2:8

2 Peter 1:6 - and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:6 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:6

Ephesians 3:3-10 - that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:3-10 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:3-10

Colossians 1:16-18 - For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, wheth... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:16-18 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:16-18

Acts 1:1-11 - Jesus Taken Up Into Heaven In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to... Click to read the verse Acts 1:1-11 Click to read the verse Acts 1:1-11

Hebrews 2:9-13 - But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor... Click to read the verse Hebrews 2:9-13 Click to read the verse Hebrews 2:9-13