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Acts 20:28-29 Paul's Travels and Ministry Continues

28 Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood.

29 I know that after I leave, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock.

Cross References for Acts 20:28-29

Numbers 27:16 - “May the Lord, the God of the spirits of all mankind, appoint a man over this community Click to read the verse Numbers 27:16 Click to read the verse Numbers 27:16

Psalms 78:70-72 - He chose David his servant and took him from the sheep pens; Click to read the verse Psalms 78:70-72 Click to read the verse Psalms 78:70-72

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

1 John 1:7 - But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and th... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:7 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:7

1 Peter 2:9 - But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:9

1 Corinthians 9:7 - Who serves as a soldier at his own expense? Who plants a vineyard and does not eat of its grape... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 9:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 9:7

1 Timothy 5:17 - The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially tho... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:17 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:17

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

John 3:13 - No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven—the Son of Man. Click to read the verse John 3:13 Click to read the verse John 3:13

Luke 12:32 - “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Click to read the verse Luke 12:32 Click to read the verse Luke 12:32

Luke 21:34 - “Be careful, or your hearts will be weighed down with dissipation, drunkenness and the anxietie... Click to read the verse Luke 21:34 Click to read the verse Luke 21:34

1 Timothy 3:16 - Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in a body, was vindicated b... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:16

Ephesians 5:25 - Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:25 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:25

Revelation 7:17 - For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs o... Click to read the verse Revelation 7:17 Click to read the verse Revelation 7:17

Song of Songs 1:7-8 - Tell me, you whom I love, where you graze your flock and where you rest your sheep at midday. W... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 1:7-8 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 1:7-8

Matthew 24:45 - “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of the servants i... Click to read the verse Matthew 24:45 Click to read the verse Matthew 24:45

John 21:15-17 - Jesus Reinstates Peter When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of ... Click to read the verse John 21:15-17 Click to read the verse John 21:15-17

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

Isaiah 40:11 - He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:11 Click to read the verse Isaiah 40:11

Matthew 2:6 - “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; fo... Click to read the verse Matthew 2:6 Click to read the verse Matthew 2:6

Genesis 39:4 - Joseph found favor in his eyes and became his attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his hous... Click to read the verse Genesis 39:4 Click to read the verse Genesis 39:4

1 John 3:16 - This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay d... Click to read the verse 1 John 3:16 Click to read the verse 1 John 3:16

1 Corinthians 10:32 - Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God— Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 10:32 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 10:32

Matthew 16:18 - And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Ha... Click to read the verse Matthew 16:18 Click to read the verse Matthew 16:18

1 Timothy 4:14 - Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through a prophetic message when the body of elde... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:14 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:14

Acts 20:29 - I know that after I leave, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock. Click to read the verse Acts 20:29 Click to read the verse Acts 20:29

Hebrews 12:23 - to the church of the firstborn, whose names are written in heaven. You have come to God, the ju... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:23 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:23

Galatians 4:5 - to redeem those under law, that we might receive the full rights of sons. Click to read the verse Galatians 4:5 Click to read the verse Galatians 4:5

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

Acts 20:17 - From Miletus, Paul sent to Ephesus for the elders of the church. Click to read the verse Acts 20:17 Click to read the verse Acts 20:17

Micah 7:14 - Shepherd your people with your staff, the flock of your inheritance, which lives by itself in a... Click to read the verse Micah 7:14 Click to read the verse Micah 7:14

John 14:26 - But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all th... Click to read the verse John 14:26 Click to read the verse John 14:26

1 Peter 1:18-19 - For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeem... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:18-19 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:18-19

Ephesians 1:7 - In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the ri... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:7

Revelation 14:4 - These are those who did not defile themselves with women, for they kept themselves pure. They f... Click to read the verse Revelation 14:4 Click to read the verse Revelation 14:4

Exodus 15:16 - terror and dread will fall upon them. By the power of your arm they will be as still as a stone... Click to read the verse Exodus 15:16 Click to read the verse Exodus 15:16

Psalms 74:2 - Remember the people you purchased of old, the tribe of your inheritance, whom you redeemed— Mou... Click to read the verse Psalms 74:2 Click to read the verse Psalms 74:2

Deuteronomy 32:6 - Is this the way you repay the Lord, O foolish and unwise people? Is he not your Father, your Cr... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:6 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:6

Revelation 5:9 - And they sang a new song: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you... Click to read the verse Revelation 5:9 Click to read the verse Revelation 5:9

Romans 12:8 - if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him ... Click to read the verse Romans 12:8 Click to read the verse Romans 12:8

Song of Songs 8:12 - But my own vineyard is mine to give; the thousand shekels are for you, O Solomon, and two hundr... Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:12 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 8:12

1 Corinthians 6:20 - you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:20 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:20

1 Chronicles 23:4 - David said, “Of these, twenty-four thousand are to supervise the work of the temple of the Lord... Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 23:4 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 23:4

1 Timothy 4:16 - Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both ... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 4:16

Hebrews 12:15 - See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:15 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:15

1 Peter 1:19 - but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:19 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:19

Hebrews 9:12 - He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves; but he entered the Most Holy Place ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:12 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:12

Acts 13:2 - While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnab... Click to read the verse Acts 13:2 Click to read the verse Acts 13:2

Acts 14:23 - Paul and Barnabas appointed elders for them in each church and, with prayer and fasting, commit... Click to read the verse Acts 14:23 Click to read the verse Acts 14:23

Colossians 4:17 - Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord.” Click to read the verse Colossians 4:17 Click to read the verse Colossians 4:17

Luke 12:42 - The Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge o... Click to read the verse Luke 12:42 Click to read the verse Luke 12:42

Revelation 1:5 - and from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler ... Click to read the verse Revelation 1:5 Click to read the verse Revelation 1:5

1 Corinthians 12:28 - And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, the... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28

Hebrews 9:12-14 - He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves; but he entered the Most Holy Place ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:12-14 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:12-14

Colossians 1:14 - in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. Click to read the verse Colossians 1:14 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:14

Titus 1:7 - Since an overseer is entrusted with God’s work, he must be blameless—not overbearing, not quick... Click to read the verse Titus 1:7 Click to read the verse Titus 1:7

Leviticus 13:3 - The priest is to examine the sore on his skin, and if the hair in the sore has turned white and... Click to read the verse Leviticus 13:3 Click to read the verse Leviticus 13:3

2 Chronicles 19:6-7 - He told them, “Consider carefully what you do, because you are not judging for man but for the ... Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 19:6-7 Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 19:6-7

1 Timothy 3:2 - Now the overseer must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlle... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:2 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:2

Ephesians 1:14 - who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s posse... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:14 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:14

Numbers 31:30 - From the Israelites’ half, select one out of every fifty, whether persons, cattle, donkeys, she... Click to read the verse Numbers 31:30 Click to read the verse Numbers 31:30

Ephesians 4:11 - It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some t... Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:11 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:11

Romans 12:7 - If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; Click to read the verse Romans 12:7 Click to read the verse Romans 12:7

Numbers 4:16 - “Eleazar son of Aaron, the priest, is to have charge of the oil for the light, the fragrant inc... Click to read the verse Numbers 4:16 Click to read the verse Numbers 4:16

1 Timothy 3:1 - Overseers and Deacons Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being an overse... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:1 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:1

1 Peter 2:25 - For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:25 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 2:25

Isaiah 53:10-12 - Yet it was the Lord’s will to crush him and cause him to suffer, and though the Lord makes his ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 53:10-12 Click to read the verse Isaiah 53:10-12

Luke 10:2 - He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, ... Click to read the verse Luke 10:2 Click to read the verse Luke 10:2

Hebrews 13:17 - Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:17 Click to read the verse Hebrews 13:17

1 Peter 5:2-3 - Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must,... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:2-3 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:2-3

Micah 5:4 - He will stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of... Click to read the verse Micah 5:4 Click to read the verse Micah 5:4

Jeremiah 3:15 - Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and underst... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 3:15 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 3:15

Jeremiah 17:21 - This is what the Lord says: Be careful not to carry a load on the Sabbath day or bring it throu... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 17:21 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 17:21

Proverbs 10:21 - The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment. Click to read the verse Proverbs 10:21 Click to read the verse Proverbs 10:21

1 Corinthians 15:9 - For I am the least of the apostles and do not even deserve to be called an apostle, because I p... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:9

Psalms 95:7 - for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care. Today, if you... Click to read the verse Psalms 95:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 95:7

Jeremiah 31:10 - “Hear the word of the Lord, O nations; proclaim it in distant coastlands: ‘He who scattered Isr... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 31:10 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 31:10

Isaiah 63:11 - Then his people recalled the days of old, the days of Moses and his people— where is he who bro... Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:11 Click to read the verse Isaiah 63:11

1 Corinthians 9:26-27 - Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 9:26-27

1 Corinthians 12:8-11 - To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowl... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:8-11 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:8-11

1 Peter 5:3 - not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:3 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 5:3

Jeremiah 13:17 - But if you do not listen, I will weep in secret because of your pride; my eyes will weep bitter... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:17 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:17

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

2 Samuel 7:7 - Wherever I have moved with all the Israelites, did I ever say to any of their rulers whom I com... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 7:7 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 7:7

Ephesians 1:22 - And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the c... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:22 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:22

1 Timothy 3:5 - (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church?) Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:5 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:5

Nehemiah 11:22 - The chief officer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the s... Click to read the verse Nehemiah 11:22 Click to read the verse Nehemiah 11:22

Ezekiel 34:31 - You my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are people, and I am your God, declares the Sovereign Lo... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 34:31 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 34:31

Jeremiah 13:20 - Lift up your eyes and see those who are coming from the north. Where is the flock that was entr... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:20 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 13:20

1 Corinthians 11:22 - Don’t you have homes to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate tho... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 11:22 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 11:22

John 21:15 - Jesus Reinstates Peter When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of ... Click to read the verse John 21:15 Click to read the verse John 21:15

1 Timothy 3:15-16 - 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 3:15-16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:15-16

Ezekiel 34:3 - You eat the curds, clothe yourselves with the wool and slaughter the choice animals, but you do... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 34:3 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 34:3

John 10:2 - The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. Click to read the verse John 10:2 Click to read the verse John 10:2

Mark 13:9 - “You must be on your guard. You will be handed over to the local councils and flogged in the sy... Click to read the verse Mark 13:9 Click to read the verse Mark 13:9

Zechariah 11:4 - Two Shepherds This is what the Lord my God says: “Pasture the flock marked for slaughter. Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:4 Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:4

John 21:16 - Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you truly love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know ... Click to read the verse John 21:16 Click to read the verse John 21:16

Acts 16:6 - Paul’s Vision of the Man of Macedonia Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of... Click to read the verse Acts 16:6 Click to read the verse Acts 16:6

1 Thessalonians 5:12 - Final Instructions Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are ... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:12 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:12

Galatians 1:13 - For you have heard of my previous way of life in Judaism, how intensely I persecuted the church... Click to read the verse Galatians 1:13 Click to read the verse Galatians 1:13

Ephesians 4:12 - to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:12 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:12

Philippians 1:1 - Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, toge... Click to read the verse Philippians 1:1 Click to read the verse Philippians 1:1

1 Corinthians 12:28-31 - And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, the... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28-31 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28-31

Ephesians 5:23 - For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which... Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:23 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:23

1 Corinthians 7:23 - You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 7:23 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 7:23