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He considered the reproach of Christ greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking to the reward.
The cross references for Hebrews 11:26 all emphasize the idea of seeking and relying on a heavenly reward rather than earthly treasures. They all focus on the importance of faith and perseverance, and how these are necessary to receive the ultimate reward. They also emphasize the idea of trusting in God's promises and relying on Him for strength. Finally, they emphasize the idea of spiritual riches over material wealth.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 6:10: as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, yet possessing everything. | Both passages emphasize the importance of having faith in God. In Hebrews 11:26, the author encourages us to be willing to suffer the reproach of Christ, trusting that God will reward us with greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt. In 2 Corinthians 6:10, the author reminds us that even when we feel sorrowful, poor, and without anything, if we have faith in God, we will possess everything. |
| 2 Corinthians 12:10: For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong. | Both passages discuss the idea of looking to a reward for faithfulness. Hebrews 11:26 speaks of how Moses considered the reproach of Christ greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt, and he was looking to the reward. 2 Corinthians 12:10 speaks of being content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities, because when one is weak, they are strong in Christ. Both passages emphasize the importance of keeping faith in God, even in difficult times, because of the reward that awaits. |
| Hebrews 2:2: For since the message declared by angels proved to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, | Both passages highlight the importance of faith in God and His promises. In Hebrews 11:26, the author emphasizes the importance of faith in the reward promised by God, which is greater than any earthly treasure. In Hebrews 2:2, the author emphasizes the importance of faith in the reliability of God's message, knowing that disobedience will be met with just retribution. |
| Hebrews 10:35: Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. | Both passages refer to the reward that comes from following Jesus. Hebrews 11:26 speaks of the reward that comes from considering the reproach of Christ greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt. Hebrews 10:35 encourages us to not throw away our confidence because it has a great reward. Both passages emphasize the importance of trusting in Jesus, as it brings a great reward. |
| Hebrews 11:6: And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. | Both passages emphasize the importance of faith in a relationship with God. Hebrews 11:26 speaks about how Moses was willing to forgo the treasures of Egypt in favor of the reproach of Christ, which suggests that he had faith that the reward of following God was greater. Hebrews 11:6 further emphasizes this point, as it states that one must have faith to draw near to God and that God rewards those who seek Him. |
| Revelation 3:18: I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, so that you may be rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself and the shame of your nakedness may not be seen, and salve to anoint your eyes, so that you may see. | Both passages discuss the idea of wealth, though in different ways. Hebrews 11:26 speaks of the reproach of Christ being greater wealth than the treasures of Egypt, as the reward is more important than earthly riches. Revelation 3:18 speaks of buying gold refined by fire, white garments, and salve to anoint the eyes, as these items will help one to be rich and to see what is truly valuable. |
Heavenly Father, thank You for the example of faith that we find in Hebrews 11:26. Help us to consider the reproach of Christ greater wealth than the treasures of this world and to look to the reward You have promised. Give us the strength to endure any hardships and persecutions that come our way as we seek to follow You. Help us to remain confident in You and to persevere in our faith, knowing that You will reward us in the end. Fill us with Your Spirit so that we may be made rich in You. In Jesus' name, Amen.
This reading plan reads through a single verse each day, six days a week, paired with the most-popular cross references for the verse. AI-generated (and human-reviewed) text provides an opening thought and concluding prayer along with an explanation for how each cross reference relates to the verse. In 2023, this reading plan works through Hebrews one verse at a time. Every seventh day is a catchup day. Want more info? Try this blog post.
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