Bible Verses about 'Godly'
- Indeed, persecution will afflict all who want to lead a godly life in Christ Jesus.
- Therefore, the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from their trials and to hold the wicked for punishment until the Day of Judgment.
- Such godly sorrow results in repentance that leads to salvation and causes no regret, whereas worldly sorrow produces death.
- For the grace of God has appeared bringing salvation to the entire human race. It teaches us to reject godless ways and worldly desires, and in the present age to lead lives that are temperate, just, and godly.
- Let those who love the Lord hate evil,
for he protects the souls of his faithful ones
and rescues them from the hand of the wicked. - For the Lord loves the just,
and he will not forsake his faithful ones.
Those who follow evil paths will be destroyed,
and the children of the wicked will be cut off. - The wicked man borrows but neglects to repay,
whereas the righteous man is generous in giving. - All day long the godless man continues to covet,
whereas the righteous man gives unsparingly. - Preferable is the little that the righteous possess
than the great wealth of the wicked.
For the power of the wicked will be overcome,
but the Lord protects the righteous. - Truly, you bless the righteous, O Lord;
you surround them with your goodwill as with a shield. - For he guards the paths of justice
and keeps watch over the way of his faithful ones. - The labors of the wicked man produce little profit,
but the one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward. - His divine power has bestowed on us everything that is necessary for life and for devotion through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and virtue.
- The name of the Lord is a tower of strength;
the upright man runs to it and finds refuge. - The righteous is remembered with blessings,
but the name of the wicked fades away. - The Lord makes a man’s steps secure
when he approves of his conduct. - The tongue of the just man is like pure silver;
the heart of the wicked is without worth. - Blessings are showered on the head of the righteous,
but sorrow will cover the face of the wicked. - The lips of the righteous utter words of kindness,
but the mouth of the wicked knows only how to pervert. - The father of a good man will rejoice;
he who begets a wise son will delight in him. - The hope of the righteous brings them joy,
but the expectations of the wicked are frustrated. - Entrust your cares to the Lord,
and he will uphold you;
he will never allow the righteous to waver. - And opens the eyes of those who cannot see.
The Lord lifts up those who are bowed down;
the Lord loves the righteous. - Do not envy a violent man
or choose to emulate any of his ways.
For the perverse man is an abomination to the Lord
whose friendship is bestowed only upon the upright. - But as for you, man of God, you must shun all this. Rather, pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, fortitude, and gentleness.
- These are the words of the Lord of hosts:
Stand at the crossroads and look around;
ask for the ancient paths.
When you are shown where the good way lies,
walk along it and your souls will find rest.
However, they said, “We will not take it.” - Brethren, if anyone is detected committing a transgression, you who are spiritual must set him right in a spirit of gentleness. Meanwhile, you should take care so that you yourselves are not tempted.
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Jesus Christ is Lord.