Overview
The Bible addresses stability of character across 16 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Psalms, James and Matthew. Closely related themes include Perseverance, Steadfastness, Doer and Hearers.
Key Bible verses about stability of character
Old Testament
New Testament
Matthew
1 Corinthians
2 Thessalonians
Hebrews
Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Be not carried about with divers and strange doctrines. For it is a good thing that the heart be established with grace; not with meats, which have not profited them that have been occupied therein.
James
For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:
For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was.
But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying stability of character for yourself
- Begin with Psalms 57:7, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Psalms, James and Matthew each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Perseverance, Steadfastness, Doer and Hearers.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about stability of character?
The Bible addresses stability of character across 16 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Psalms, James and Matthew. Closely related themes include Perseverance, Steadfastness, Doer and Hearers.
How many Bible verses are about stability of character?
The Bible references stability of character in 16 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention stability of character?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Psalms 57:7: “My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise.”
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