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2 Timothy 2:19-21 Encouragement and Endurance

19 Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.”

20 In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble.

21 If a man cleanses himself from the latter, he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work.

Cross References for 2 Timothy 2:19-21

Ezekiel 9:4 - and said to him, “Go throughout the city of Jerusalem and put a mark on the foreheads of those ... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 9:4 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 9:4

Ezekiel 9:6 - Slaughter old men, young men and maidens, women and children, but do not touch anyone who has t... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 9:6 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 9:6

Acts 11:26 - and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So for a whole year Barnabas and Saul met wit... Click to read the verse Acts 11:26 Click to read the verse Acts 11:26

Isaiah 63:19 - We are yours from of old; but you have not ruled over them, they have not been called by your n... Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:19 Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:19

1 Corinthians 1:2 - To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, tog... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:2 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:2

Ephesians 4:30 - And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:30 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:30

John 10:27-30 - My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. Click to read the verse John 10:27-30 Click to read the verse John 10:27-30

Genesis 18:19 - For I have chosen him, so that he will direct his children and his household after him to keep ... Click to read the verse Genesis 18:19 Click to read the verse Genesis 18:19

Isaiah 43:1 - Israel’s Only Savior But now, this is what the Lord says— he who created you, O Jacob, he who f... Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:1

Isaiah 65:15 - You will leave your name to my chosen ones as a curse; the Sovereign Lord will put you to death... Click to read the verse Isaiah 65:15 Click to read the verse Isaiah 65:15

John 10:14 - “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— Click to read the verse John 10:14 Click to read the verse John 10:14

Psalms 1:6 - For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish. Click to read the verse Psalms 1:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 1:6

Proverbs 8:13 - To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:13 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:13

Job 28:28 - And he said to man, ‘The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.’” Click to read the verse Job 28:28 Click to read the verse Job 28:28

1 John 2:19 - They went out from us, but they did not really belong to us. For if they had belonged to us, th... Click to read the verse 1 John 2:19 Click to read the verse 1 John 2:19

Psalms 31:7 - I will be glad and rejoice in your love, for you saw my affliction and knew the anguish of my s... Click to read the verse Psalms 31:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 31:7

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

Song of Songs 8:6 - Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, ... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:6 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:6

2 Corinthians 7:1 - Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contam... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 7:1 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 7:1

Revelation 21:14 - The wall of the city had twelve foundations, and on them were the names of the twelve apostles ... Click to read the verse Revelation 21:14 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:14

Jeremiah 24:5 - “This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘Like these good figs, I regard as good the ex... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 24:5 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 24:5

Esther 8:8 - Now write another decree in the king’s name in behalf of the Jews as seems best to you, and sea... Click to read the verse Esther 8:8 Click to read the verse Esther 8:8

Romans 8:28 - More Than Conquerors And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love hi... Click to read the verse Romans 8:28 Click to read the verse Romans 8:28

Acts 15:17 - that the remnant of men may seek the Lord, and all the Gentiles who bear my name, says the Lord... Click to read the verse Acts 15:17 Click to read the verse Acts 15:17

Romans 9:11 - Yet, before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad—in order that God’s purpose in... Click to read the verse Romans 9:11 Click to read the verse Romans 9:11

Isaiah 28:16 - So this is what the Sovereign Lord says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a preciou... Click to read the verse Isaiah 28:16 Click to read the verse Isaiah 28:16

Ephesians 2:20 - built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief co... Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:20 Click to read the verse Ephesians 2:20

Zechariah 3:9 - See, the stone I have set in front of Joshua! There are seven eyes on that one stone, and I wil... Click to read the verse Zechariah 3:9 Click to read the verse Zechariah 3:9

Matthew 7:23 - Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’ Click to read the verse Matthew 7:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 7:23

John 6:27 - Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of M... Click to read the verse John 6:27 Click to read the verse John 6:27

Matthew 24:24 - For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and miracles to deceiv... Click to read the verse Matthew 24:24 Click to read the verse Matthew 24:24

Numbers 16:5 - Then he said to Korah and all his followers: “In the morning the Lord will show who belongs to ... Click to read the verse Numbers 16:5 Click to read the verse Numbers 16:5

Proverbs 3:7 - Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:7 Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:7

Job 22:23 - If you return to the Almighty, you will be restored: If you remove wickedness far from your tent Click to read the verse Job 22:23 Click to read the verse Job 22:23

Exodus 28:11 - Engrave the names of the sons of Israel on the two stones the way a gem cutter engraves a seal.... Click to read the verse Exodus 28:11 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:11

Revelation 7:2 - Then I saw another angel coming up from the east, having the seal of the living God. He called ... Click to read the verse Revelation 7:2 Click to read the verse Revelation 7:2

Ephesians 1:13 - And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salva... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:13 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:13

Exodus 33:12 - Moses and the Glory of the Lord Moses said to the Lord, “You have been telling me, ‘Lead these ... Click to read the verse Exodus 33:12 Click to read the verse Exodus 33:12

Psalms 19:7 - The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, ma... Click to read the verse Psalms 19:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 19:7

Revelation 17:8 - The beast, which you saw, once was, now is not, and will come up out of the Abyss and go to his... Click to read the verse Revelation 17:8 Click to read the verse Revelation 17:8

Psalms 130:4 - But with you there is forgiveness; therefore you are feared. Click to read the verse Psalms 130:4 Click to read the verse Psalms 130:4

John 6:37 - All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away. Click to read the verse John 6:37 Click to read the verse John 6:37

2 Corinthians 1:22 - set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing wh... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:22 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 1:22

Revelation 2:2 - I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked... Click to read the verse Revelation 2:2 Click to read the verse Revelation 2:2

Hebrews 6:19 - We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary beh... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:19 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:19

Ephesians 1:4 - For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4

Psalms 85:8 - I will listen to what God the Lord will say; he promises peace to his people, his saints— but l... Click to read the verse Psalms 85:8 Click to read the verse Psalms 85:8

Romans 11:2 - God did not reject his people, whom he foreknew. Don’t you know what the Scripture says in the ... Click to read the verse Romans 11:2 Click to read the verse Romans 11:2

John 10:3 - The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep ... Click to read the verse John 10:3 Click to read the verse John 10:3

Numbers 3:40 - The Lord said to Moses, “Count all the firstborn Israelite males who are a month old or more an... Click to read the verse Numbers 3:40 Click to read the verse Numbers 3:40

Numbers 6:27 - “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” Click to read the verse Numbers 6:27 Click to read the verse Numbers 6:27

Matthew 28:19 - Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of... Click to read the verse Matthew 28:19 Click to read the verse Matthew 28:19

2 Peter 3:14 - So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spo... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:14 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:14

Job 23:10 - But he knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold. Click to read the verse Job 23:10 Click to read the verse Job 23:10

John 10:27 - My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. Click to read the verse John 10:27 Click to read the verse John 10:27

Romans 12:9 - Love Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Click to read the verse Romans 12:9 Click to read the verse Romans 12:9

1 Corinthians 8:3 - But the man who loves God is known by God. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 8:3 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 8:3

Mark 13:22 - For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform signs and miracles to deceive the ... Click to read the verse Mark 13:22 Click to read the verse Mark 13:22

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

Titus 2:11-14 - For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Click to read the verse Titus 2:11-14 Click to read the verse Titus 2:11-14

Proverbs 10:25 - When the storm has swept by, the wicked are gone, but the righteous stand firm forever. Click to read the verse Proverbs 10:25 Click to read the verse Proverbs 10:25

2 Peter 1:10 - Therefore, my brothers, be all the more eager to make your calling and election sure. For if yo... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:10 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:10

Matthew 27:66 - So they went and made the tomb secure by putting a seal on the stone and posting the guard. Click to read the verse Matthew 27:66 Click to read the verse Matthew 27:66

Hebrews 6:18-19 - God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we w... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:18-19 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:18-19

Revelation 3:8 - I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that... Click to read the verse Revelation 3:8 Click to read the verse Revelation 3:8

Psalms 97:10 - Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and deliver... Click to read the verse Psalms 97:10 Click to read the verse Psalms 97:10

John 13:18 - Jesus Predicts His Betrayal “I am not referring to all of you; I know those I have chosen. But ... Click to read the verse John 13:18 Click to read the verse John 13:18

Job 31:6 - let God weigh me in honest scales and he will know that I am blameless— Click to read the verse Job 31:6 Click to read the verse Job 31:6

Romans 15:9 - so that the Gentiles may glorify God for his mercy, as it is written: “Therefore I will praise ... Click to read the verse Romans 15:9 Click to read the verse Romans 15:9

Hebrews 11:10 - For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:10 Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:10

1 Corinthians 3:10-11 - By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is bu... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:10-11 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:10-11

Isaiah 14:32 - What answer shall be given to the envoys of that nation? “The Lord has established Zion, and in... Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:32 Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:32

Psalms 125:1-2 - Psalm 125 A song of ascents. Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be s... Click to read the verse Psalms 125:1-2 Click to read the verse Psalms 125:1-2

Nahum 1:7 - The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him, Click to read the verse Nahum 1:7 Click to read the verse Nahum 1:7

Acts 9:14 - And he has come here with authority from the chief priests to arrest all who call on your name.” Click to read the verse Acts 9:14 Click to read the verse Acts 9:14

Haggai 2:23 - “‘On that day,’ declares the Lord Almighty, ‘I will take you, my servant Zerubbabel son of Shea... Click to read the verse Haggai 2:23 Click to read the verse Haggai 2:23

Psalms 112:6 - Surely he will never be shaken; a righteous man will be remembered forever. Click to read the verse Psalms 112:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 112:6

Psalms 34:14 - Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it. Click to read the verse Psalms 34:14 Click to read the verse Psalms 34:14

Psalms 37:27 - Turn from evil and do good; then you will dwell in the land forever. Click to read the verse Psalms 37:27 Click to read the verse Psalms 37:27

Luke 13:27 - “But he will reply, ‘I don’t know you or where you come from. Away from me, all you evildoers!’ Click to read the verse Luke 13:27 Click to read the verse Luke 13:27

Psalms 4:3 - Know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself; the Lord will hear when I call to him. Click to read the verse Psalms 4:3 Click to read the verse Psalms 4:3

Psalms 11:3 - When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?” Click to read the verse Psalms 11:3 Click to read the verse Psalms 11:3

Psalms 82:5 - “They know nothing, they understand nothing. They walk about in darkness; all the foundations o... Click to read the verse Psalms 82:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 82:5

Proverbs 13:19 - A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil. Click to read the verse Proverbs 13:19 Click to read the verse Proverbs 13:19

Psalms 101:4 - Men of perverse heart shall be far from me; I will have nothing to do with evil. Click to read the verse Psalms 101:4 Click to read the verse Psalms 101:4

Galatians 4:9 - But now that you know God—or rather are known by God—how is it that you are turning back to tho... Click to read the verse Galatians 4:9 Click to read the verse Galatians 4:9

Psalms 37:18 - The days of the blameless are known to the Lord, and their inheritance will endure forever. Click to read the verse Psalms 37:18 Click to read the verse Psalms 37:18

Matthew 7:25 - The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it di... Click to read the verse Matthew 7:25 Click to read the verse Matthew 7:25

John 6:39 - And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all that he has given me, bu... Click to read the verse John 6:39 Click to read the verse John 6:39

Psalms 37:27-28 - Turn from evil and do good; then you will dwell in the land forever. Click to read the verse Psalms 37:27-28 Click to read the verse Psalms 37:27-28

Romans 7:15 - I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. Click to read the verse Romans 7:15 Click to read the verse Romans 7:15

Revelation 2:13 - I know where you live—where Satan has his throne. Yet you remain true to my name. You did not r... Click to read the verse Revelation 2:13 Click to read the verse Revelation 2:13

1 Timothy 6:19 - In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, s... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:19 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:19

Luke 6:48 - He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a fl... Click to read the verse Luke 6:48 Click to read the verse Luke 6:48

1 Corinthians 3:11 - For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:11 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:11

Romans 15:20 - It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not known, so that I would... Click to read the verse Romans 15:20 Click to read the verse Romans 15:20

Matthew 25:12 - “But he replied, ‘I tell you the truth, I don’t know you.’ Click to read the verse Matthew 25:12 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:12

Colossians 3:5-8 - Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, ... Click to read the verse Colossians 3:5-8 Click to read the verse Colossians 3:5-8

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

John 6:64 - Yet there are some of you who do not believe.” For Jesus had known from the beginning which of ... Click to read the verse John 6:64 Click to read the verse John 6:64

Ephesians 3:15 - from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:15 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:15

Mark 14:15 - He will show you a large upper room, furnished and ready. Make preparations for us there.” Click to read the verse Mark 14:15 Click to read the verse Mark 14:15

Mark 12:16 - They brought the coin, and he asked them, “Whose portrait is this? And whose inscription?” “Cae... Click to read the verse Mark 12:16 Click to read the verse Mark 12:16

Ephesians 4:17-22 - Living as Children of Light So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:17-22 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:17-22

Romans 8:31-35 - What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? Click to read the verse Romans 8:31-35 Click to read the verse Romans 8:31-35

Ephesians 5:1-11 - Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:1-11 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:1-11

2 Peter 1:4-10 - 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 1:4-10 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:4-10

Zechariah 4:7-9 - “What are you, O mighty mountain? Before Zerubbabel you will become level ground. Then he will ... Click to read the verse Zechariah 4:7-9 Click to read the verse Zechariah 4:7-9

1 Peter 1:13-19 - Be Holy Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on th... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:13-19 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:13-19

1 John 3:7-10 - Dear children, do not let anyone lead you astray. He who does what is right is righteous, just ... Click to read the verse 1 John 3:7-10 Click to read the verse 1 John 3:7-10