Bible Verses about 'Godly'
- Yes, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.
- So you see, the Lord knows how to rescue godly people from their trials, even while keeping the wicked under punishment until the day of final judgment.
- For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There’s no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death.
- The wicked borrow and never repay,
but the godly are generous givers. - Some people are always greedy for more,
but the godly love to give! - It is better to be godly and have little
than to be evil and rich.
For the strength of the wicked will be shattered,
but the Lord takes care of the godly. - For you bless the godly, O Lord;
you surround them with your shield of love. - For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God.
- Evil people get rich for the moment,
but the reward of the godly will last. - The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;
the godly run to him and are safe. - We have happy memories of the godly,
but the name of a wicked person rots away. - The Lord directs the steps of the godly.
He delights in every detail of their lives. - The words of the godly are like sterling silver;
the heart of a fool is worthless. - You who love the Lord, hate evil!
He protects the lives of his godly people
and rescues them from the power of the wicked. - The godly are showered with blessings;
the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions. - The lips of the godly speak helpful words,
but the mouth of the wicked speaks perverse words. - The father of godly children has cause for joy.
What a pleasure to have children who are wise. - The hopes of the godly result in happiness,
but the expectations of the wicked come to nothing. - For the Lord loves justice,
and he will never abandon the godly.
He will keep them safe forever,
but the children of the wicked will die. - Give your burdens to the Lord,
and he will take care of you.
He will not permit the godly to slip and fall. - The Lord opens the eyes of the blind.
The Lord lifts up those who are weighed down.
The Lord loves the godly. - Don’t envy violent people
or copy their ways.
Such wicked people are detestable to the Lord,
but he offers his friendship to the godly. - By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence.
- But you, Timothy, are a man of God; so run from all these evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.
- This is what the Lord says:
“Stop at the crossroads and look around.
Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it.
Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls.
But you reply, ‘No, that’s not the road we want!’” - Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself.
- He guards the paths of the just
and protects those who are faithful to him.
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