Hebrews 13:16

But do not be willing to forget good works and fellowship. For God is deserving of such sacrifices.

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In The King James Version

But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

In Context

15Therefore, through him, let us offer the sacrifice of continual praise to God, which is the fruit of lips confessing his name.

17Obey your leaders and be subject to them. For they watch over you, as if to render an account of your souls. So then, may they do this with joy, and not with grief. Otherwise, it would not be as helpful to you.

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Cross References

Matthew 25:35For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger, and you took me in;

Luke 18:22And when Jesus heard this, he said to him: “One thing is still lacking for you. Sell all the things that you have, and give to the poor. And then you will have treasure in heaven. And come, follow me.”

Acts 10:38Jesus of Nazareth, whom God anointed with the Holy Spirit and with power, traveled around doing good and healing all those oppressed by the devil. For God was with him.

2 Corinthians 9:12For the ministration of this office not only supplies whatever the saints need, but also abounds through many thanksgivings in the Lord.

Galatians 6:10Therefore, while we have time, we should do good works toward everyone, and most of all toward those who are of the household of the faith.

Matthew Henry on Hebrews 13:2-18

Various Duties. ( a. d. 62.) 1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body. 4 Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge. 5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee,… Read the whole commentary →

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