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For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for a life… Ephesians 2:10

For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for a life of good works that God had prepared for us to do. Ephesians 2:10	For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. creation Jesus following
We know that God makes all things work together for good for those who love him and who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28	And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. love God calling

Who among you is wise and understanding? Prove by your good life that your works are done with the humility that comes from wisdom. James 3:13	If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. humility wisdom life
I am confident of this: that the one who began a good work in you will bring it to completion on the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6	And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Jesus second coming rebirth
Therefore, while we have the opportunity, let us labor for the good of all, but especially for those members of the household of the faith. Galatians 6:10	Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith. gentleness neighbor goodness
A cheerful heart is excellent medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22	A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. healing heart sickness
How wonderful and delightful it is for brothers to live together in unity. Psalm 133:1	How wonderful and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony! friendship community family
You intended to do evil to me, but God decided to make it serve a good, to fulfill that which today has come true: to keep alive a numerous people. Genesis 50:20	You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people. God life evil
He gave himself for us in order to deliver us from all iniquity and to purify for himself a people as his own who are eager to do good. Titus 2:14	He gave his life to free us from every kind of sin, to cleanse us, and to make us his very own people, totally committed to doing good deeds. sacrifice purification goodness
And learn to do good. Pursue justice and rescue the oppressed; listen to the plea of the orphan and defend the widow. Isaiah 1:17	Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows. righteousness neighbor widows
One who finds a wife finds happiness and receives favor from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22	The man who finds a wife finds a treasure, and he receives favor from the Lord. blessing marriage seeking
Good and upright is the Lord; therefore, he instructs sinners in his ways. He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them the path to follow. Psalm 25:8-9	The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray. He leads the humble in doing right, teaching them his way. righteousness humility learning
Produce good fruit as proof of your repentance. Matthew 3:8	Prove by the way you live that you have repented of your sins and turned to God. conversion repentance life
Two are better than one: they earn a far greater reward for their toil. Ecclesiastes 4:9	Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. friendship relationships work
But to those of you who are listening to me, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. Luke 6:27-28	But to you who are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies! Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you. obedience blessing prayer
The Lord has told you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? Only this: to do what is right, to show mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8	No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. law righteousness humility
O Lord, you are kind and forgiving, filled with kindness for all who cry to you. Psalm 86:5	O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help. reliability love forgiveness
Do not withhold kindness from anyone to whom it is due when it is in your power to grant it. Proverbs 3:27	Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them. honesty giving debt
A man is joyful when he utters apt answers, and even more satisfying is a word in season. Proverbs 15:23	Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! speaking joy
If you, then, despite your evil nature, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13	So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him. Spirit prayer family
However, the wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, and considerate, full of mercy and good fruits, without any trace of partiality or hypocrisy. James 3:17	But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. honesty peace wisdom
An honorable name is more to be desired than great riches, and high esteem is preferable to silver and gold. Proverbs 22:1	Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold. money materialism relationships
And God is able to enrich you with an abundance of every grace, so that, with all of your needs provided for, you may be able to produce a surplus of good works. 2 Corinthians 9:8	And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others. blessing worrying goodness
Every good act of giving and every perfect gift are from above, coming down from the Father of all light. With him there is no alteration or shadow caused by change. James 1:17	Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. reliability Father blameless
Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your gracious Spirit lead me along a level path. Psalm 143:10	Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing. learning Spirit obedience

His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. Since you have been faithful in small matters, I will give you much greater responsibilities. Come and share your master’s joy.’

The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!’