Overview
The Bible addresses devotedness to god across 7 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Philippians and Matthew. Closely related themes include Timothy, Apostles, Fishermen and Net. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus, James and Timothy.
Key Bible verses about devotedness to god
New Testament
Matthew
And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.
And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.
And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.
Philippians
But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state. But: or, Moreover
For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state. likeminded: or, so dear unto me
For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.
But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.
People in the Bible and devotedness to god
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying devotedness to god for yourself
- Begin with Matthew 4:20, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Philippians and Matthew each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Jesus, James and Timothy and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Timothy, Apostles, Fishermen and Net.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about devotedness to god?
The Bible addresses devotedness to god across 7 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Philippians and Matthew. Closely related themes include Timothy, Apostles, Fishermen and Net. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Jesus, James and Timothy.
How many Bible verses are about devotedness to god?
The Bible references devotedness to god in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention devotedness to god?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Matthew 4:20: “And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with devotedness to god?
Jesus, James and Timothy.
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