What does the Bible say about stability?
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The Bible teaches that true stability is found in God’s steadfast character and is expressed through persevering faith, obedient living, and firm hope in Christ. The psalmists confess hearts made steadfast in worship and trust, even amid danger and uncertainty (Psalms 57:7; Psalms 108:1; Psalms 112:7). Jesus calls His disciples to endure faithfully to the end (Matthew 10:22; Matthew 24:13), while Mark 4:20 portrays fruitful perseverance as the mark of those who receive God’s word rightly. Believers are to remain in their call, stand firm in apostolic teaching, and abound in the Lord’s work (1 Corinthians 7:20; 1 Corinthians 15:58; 2 Thessalonians 2:15). This confidence rests finally on the Lord’s faithfulness, for He strengthens and guards His people (2 Thessalonians 3:3).
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- OF CHARACTER Psalms 57:7; Psalms 108:1; Psalms 112:7; Matthew 10:22; Matthew 24:13; Mark 4:20; 1 Corinthians 7:20; 1 Corinthians 15:58; 2 Thessalonians 2:15; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Hebrews 10:23; Hebrews 13:9
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- See DECISION
- See PERSEVERANCE
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