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- The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John 10:10,Luke 22:31,1 Peter 5:8&version=NIVJohn 10:10,Luke 22:31,1 Peter 5:8 NIV - The thief comes only ...
nor thieves, nor the covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God. John 10:10. Verse Concepts. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. Jeremiah 7:11.
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And Jesus said to them, “Have you come out with swords and...
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- Actual Thieves
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Oct 7, 2024 · Bible verses about thieves. Scripture clearly says, “thou shall not steal.”. Stealing is more than just going to the store and taking a candy bar. Christians can be living in thievery and not even know it. Examples of this could be lying on your tax returns or taking things without permission from your job. Refusing to pay back debts.
- Ephesians 4:28 ESV / 2,292 helpful votes. Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.
- Matthew 27:38 ESV / 1,747 helpful votes. Then two robbers were crucified with him, one on the right and one on the left.
- Matthew 21:13 ESV / 1,586 helpful votes. He said to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer,’ but you make it a den of robbers.”
- 1 Corinthians 6:10 ESV / 1,529 helpful votes. Nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.
Here, Jesus begins His third and most detailed analogy. He has already compared the hypocritical, tradition-bound religious leaders to thieves. The purpose of a thief, as far as the flock is concerned, is only to wreak havoc; the robber causes mayhem for his own selfish gain.
Oct 12, 2024 · What Does the Bible Say About Thieves? The Bible clearly condemns stealing and thievery. In Exodus 20:15, one of the Ten Commandments states, “You shall not steal.” This commandment reflects God’s heart for honesty, integrity, and respect for others’ property.
Oct 12, 2024 · Here, Jesus contrasts Himself with the thief who aims to steal, kill, and destroy. He emphasizes that His purpose is to bring abundant life to His followers. This verse reminds us that Jesus offers true fulfillment and purpose, while the thief (representing Satan) seeks to deceive and rob us of God’s blessings.
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May 13, 2013 · If you’re living for the things of this world, you’ll be tempted to steal to get those things if the opportunity presents itself. Jesus said (Matt. 6:19-21), “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.
