David Pataconi

kings of the King

Revelation 1:5-6 (AMP)
And from Jesus Christ the faithful and trustworthy Witness, the Firstborn of the dead [first to be brought back to life] and the Prince (Ruler) of the kings of the earth. To Him Who ever loves us and has once [for all] loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood,

True Nature

Colossians 3:12-15 (AMP)
Clothe yourselves therefore, as God’s own chosen ones (His own picked representatives), [who are] purified and holy and well-beloved [by God Himself, by putting on behavior marked by] tenderhearted pity and mercy, kind feeling, a lowly opinion of yourselves, gentle ways, [and] patience [which is tireless and long-suffering, and has the power to endure whatever comes, with good temper].

Debt cancelled

Colossians 2:13-14 (NASB)
When you were dead in your transgressions and the uncircumcision of your flesh, He made you alive together with Him, having forgiven us all our transgressions,

Iron Sharpening Iron

Proverbs 27:17 (NKJV)
As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.

Think Upon Such Things 4

Psalm 119:97 (NLT)
Oh, how I love your instructions! I think about them all day long.

Think Upon Such Things 3

Romans 8:5 (NLT)
Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.

Think Upon Such Things 2

Colossians 3:2 (NLT)
Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.

Think Upon Such Things

Philippians 4:8 (NLT)
And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.

Wages of sin

Romans 6:23 (AMP)
For the wages which sin pays is death, but the [bountiful] free gift of God is eternal life through (in union with) Jesus Christ our Lord.

Colossians 2:9-10

Colossians 2:9-10 (AMP)
For in Him the whole fullness of Deity (the Godhead) continues to dwell in bodily form [giving complete expression of the divine nature].

Romans 6:6

Romans 6:6 (AMP)
We know that our old (unrenewed) self was nailed to the cross with Him in order that [our] body [which is the instrument] of sin might be made ineffective and inactive for evil, that we might no longer be the slaves of sin.

Romans 6:5

Romans 6:5 (AMP)
For if we have become one with Him by sharing a death like His, we shall also be [one with Him in sharing] His resurrection [by a new life lived for God].

1 Corinthians 2:2

1 Corinthians 2:2 (AMP)
For I resolved to know nothing (to be acquainted with nothing, to make a display of the knowledge of nothing, and to be conscious of nothing) among you except Jesus Christ (the Messiah) and Him crucified.

2 Corinthians 3:18

2 Corinthians 3:18 (NLT)
So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.

2 Timothy 3:16-17

2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NLT)
All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.

Imitating Christ in His Abilities

John 14:12 (AMP)
I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and he will do even greater things than these, because I go to the Father.

The greatest commandments

Matthew 22:36-40 (NLT)
“Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the law of Moses?”

In Christ All Along

John 14:20 (AMP)
At that time [when that day comes] you will know [for yourselves] that I am in My Father, and you [are] in Me, and I [am] in you.

Kings and Queens in Christ

Romans 8:13-17 (NIV)
For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live.

1 John 4:1

1 John 4:1 (NASB)
Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Authority over demons

Luke 10:17-20 (NIV)
The seventy-two returned with joy and said, "Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name."

Psalm 119:125

Psalm 119:125 (AMP)
I am Your servant; give me understanding (discernment and comprehension), that I may know (discern and be familiar with the character of) Your testimonies.

Psalm 41:11-12

Psalm 41:11-12 (AMP)
By this I know that You favor and delight in me, because my enemy does not triumph over me.

Ephesians 6:10

Ephesians 6:10 (AMP)
In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].

Joshua 1:9

Joshua 1:9 (AMP)
Have not I commanded you? Be strong, vigorous, and very courageous. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.