Joshua 24:16
Joshua · Old Testament · Chapter 24
“And the people answered and said, God forbid that we should forsake the LORD, to serve other gods;”Joshua 24:16
What Does Joshua 24:16 Mean?
Joshua 24:16 is found in the book of Joshua, chapter 24, verse 16 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 7 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (7)
These passages are connected to Joshua 24:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Hebrews 10:38“Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him.”Joshua 22:29“God forbid that we should rebel against the LORD, and turn this day from following the LORD, to build an altar for burnt offerings, for meat offerings, or for sacrifices, beside the altar of the LORD our God that is before his tabernacle.”1 Samuel 12:23“Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way:”1 Samuel 20:2“And he said unto him, God forbid; thou shalt not die: behold, my father will do nothing either great or small, but that he will shew it me: and why should my father hide this thing from me? it is not so.”1 Kings 21:3“And Naboth said to Ahab, The LORD forbid it me, that I should give the inheritance of my fathers unto thee.”Romans 3:6“God forbid: for then how shall God judge the world?”Romans 6:2“God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?”
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