• Matthew 11:7-11 – Jesus compliments John the Baptist. John had courage to stand for what was right despite the risk.
  • John 1:43-51 – Jesus compliments Nathanael on his lack of guile.
    • Matthew 5:8 – Blessed are the pure in heart.
    • I Peter 2:21-22
  • Mark 14:3-9 – Jesus compliments Mary for her service.
  • Matthew 8:5-10 – Jesus compliments the Roman Centurion for his unusual faith.
  • Matthew 15:22-28 – The Canaanite woman is complimented for her faith.
  • Mark 5:25-34 – The woman with a plague is complimented for her great faith.
  • Mark 12:41-44 – Jesus compliments the poor widow for her sacrificial giving.
  • Luke 17:11-19 – Jesus compliments the leper for his gratitude.
  • Luke 10:38-42 – Jesus compliments Mary on her spiritual-mindedness.
    • Romans 8:6 – The mind set on spiritual things brings life and peace.