Bible Cross References
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2 Corinthians 4:2
We put aside all secret and shameful deeds; we do not act with deceit, nor do we falsify the word of God. In the full light of truth we live in God's sight and try to commend ourselves to everyone's good conscience.
2 Corinthians 4:3
For if the gospel we preach is hidden, it is hidden only from those who are being lost.
2 Corinthians 4:13
The scripture says, "I spoke because I believed." In the same spirit of faith we also speak because we believe.
John 10:24
when the people gathered around him and asked, "How long are you going to keep us in suspense? Tell us the plain truth: are you the Messiah?"
John 16:25
"I have used figures of speech to tell you these things. But the time will come when I will not use figures of speech, but will speak to you plainly about the Father.
John 16:29
Then his disciples said to him, "Now you are speaking plainly, without using figures of speech.
1 Corinthians 14:19
But in church worship I would rather speak five words that can be understood, in order to teach others, than speak thousands of words in strange tongues.
Colossians 4:4
Pray, then, that I may speak, as I should, in such a way as to make it clear.
plainness
2 Corinthians 7:4
I am so sure of you; I take such pride in you! In all our troubles I am still full of courage; I am running over with joy.
2 Corinthians 10:1
I, Paul, make a personal appeal to you---I who am said to be meek and mild when I am with you, but harsh with you when I am away. By the gentleness and kindness of Christ
Acts 4:13
The members of the Council were amazed to see how bold Peter and John were and to learn that they were ordinary men of no education. They realized then that they had been companions of Jesus.
Acts 4:29-31
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And now, Lord, take notice of the threats they have made, and allow us, your servants, to speak your message with all boldness.
30
Reach out your hand to heal, and grant that wonders and miracles may be performed through the name of your holy Servant Jesus."
31
When they finished praying, the place where they were meeting was shaken. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to proclaim God's message with boldness.
Acts 9:27
Then Barnabas came to his help and took him to the apostles. He explained to them how Saul had seen the Lord on the road and that the Lord had spoken to him. He also told them how boldly Saul had preached in the name of Jesus in Damascus.
Acts 9:29
He also talked and disputed with the Greek-speaking Jews, but they tried to kill him.
Acts 14:3
The apostles stayed there for a long time, speaking boldly about the Lord, who proved that their message about his grace was true by giving them the power to perform miracles and wonders.
Ephesians 6:19
And pray also for me, that God will give me a message when I am ready to speak, so that I may speak boldly and make known the gospel's secret.
Ephesians 6:20
For the sake of this gospel I am an ambassador, though now I am in prison. Pray that I may be bold in speaking about the gospel as I should.
Philippians 1:20
My deep desire and hope is that I shall never fail in my duty, but that at all times, and especially right now, I shall be full of courage, so that with my whole being I shall bring honor to Christ, whether I live or die.
1 Thessalonians 2:2
You know how we had already been mistreated and insulted in Philippi before we came to you in Thessalonica. And even though there was much opposition, our God gave us courage to tell you the Good News that comes from him.
1 Timothy 3:13
Those helpers who do their work well win for themselves a good standing and are able to speak boldly about their faith in Christ Jesus.