The golden calf is mentioned in Nehemiah 9:16–21. "But they, our ancestors, became arrogant and stiff-necked, and they did not obey your commands. They refused to listen and failed to remember the miracles you performed among them.
The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.
If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater, for this is the testimony of God that he has borne...
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you...