Which other scriptures emphasize God's remembrance of our work and love? Foundational Verse—Hebrews 6:10 “For God is not unjust. He will not forget your work and the love you have shown for His name, as you have ministered to the saints and continue to do so.” Parallel New-Testament Encouragements • 1 Corinthians 15:58 — “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” • Galatians 6:9-10 — “And let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the household of faith.” • Ephesians 6:8 — “because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free.” • Colossians 3:23-24 — “Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men, because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” • 1 Thessalonians 1:3 — “We continually remember before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.” • 2 Timothy 4:7-8 — “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing.” • Revelation 14:13 — “Blessed are the dead—those who die in the Lord from this moment on… they will rest from their labors, for their deeds will follow them.” Old-Testament Pictures of God’s Record Book • Malachi 3:16 — “A book of remembrance was written before Him for those who feared the LORD and honored His name.” • Psalm 56:8 — “You have taken account of my wanderings; You have put my tears in Your bottle. Are they not in Your book?” • Psalm 112:6 — “Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever.” • Proverbs 19:17 — “Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender.” • 2 Chronicles 15:7 — “But as for you, be strong; do not be discouraged, for your work will be rewarded.” • Nehemiah 13:14 — “Remember me for this, O my God, and do not blot out the kindnesses I have done for the house of my God and its services.” • Isaiah 56:5 — “I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters… an everlasting name that will not be cut off.” Jesus’ Own Words About Eternal Reward • Matthew 10:42 — “And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.” • Matthew 25:34-40 — The King commends those who fed, welcomed, and clothed His brethren: “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.” • Luke 14:13-14 — “When you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind… you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” Putting It All Together • Every act of love is witnessed by the Lord and preserved in His “book of remembrance.” • He calls His people to keep serving, knowing no deed for His name is wasted. • Justice, reward, and honor ultimately come from God Himself—both now and in eternity. |
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