Psalm 11:5
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5 The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked,
and his soul hates the lover of violence.(A)
Proverbs 6:16-19
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16 There are six things that the Lord hates,
seven that are an abomination to him:
17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue,
and hands that shed innocent blood,(A)
18 a heart that devises wicked plans,
feet that hurry to run to evil,(B)
19 a lying witness who testifies falsely,
and one who sows discord in a family.(C)
James 1:12
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Trial and Temptation
12 Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord[a] has promised to those who love him.(A)
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1 Peter 4:12
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Suffering as a Christian
12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that is taking place among you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.
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1 Peter 1:7
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7 so that the genuineness of your faith—being more precious than gold that, though perishable, is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.(A)
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Psalm 26:2
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2 Prove me, O Lord, and try me;
test my heart and mind.(A)
Psalm 7:9
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9 O let the evil of the wicked come to an end,
but establish the righteous,
you who test the minds and hearts,
O righteous God.(A)
Genesis 22:1
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The Command to Sacrifice Isaac
22 After these things God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” And he said, “Here I am.”
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Psalm 21:8
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8 Your hand will find out all your enemies;
your right hand will find out those who hate you.(A)
Psalm 5:4-5
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4 For you are not a God who delights in wickedness;
evil will not sojourn with you.(A)
5 The boastful will not stand before your eyes;
you hate all evildoers.(B)
Zechariah 11:8
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8 In one month I disposed of the three shepherds, for I had become impatient with them, and they also detested me.(A)
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Jeremiah 12:8
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8 My heritage has become to me
like a lion in the forest;
she has lifted up her voice against me—
therefore I hate her.(A)
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