Bible Verses about 'Matter'

One who forgives a misdeed fosters friendship, but he who divulges it… Proverbs 17:9

One who forgives a misdeed fosters friendship, but he who divulges it separates good friends. Proverbs 17:9	Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends. forgiveness friendship
This is the end of my teaching. All has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for that is the responsibility of everyone. Ecclesiastes 12:13	That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty. awe law life

The beginning of wisdom is: acquire wisdom, and no matter what the cost, acquire understanding. Proverbs 4:7	Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment. wisdom understanding
For everything there is a season, and a time for every activity under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1	For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. planning life heaven
If your brother wrongs you, go and take up the matter with him when the two of you are alone. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. Matthew 18:15	If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. sin speaking listening
One who gossips reveals secrets, but a trustworthy man keeps things hidden. Proverbs 11:13	A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. reliability speaking gossip
The one who pays heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord. Proverbs 16:20	Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust the Lord will be joyful. trust blessing listening
To you, O God of my fathers, I offer thanks and praise because you have given me wisdom and power. Now you have made known to me what we asked of you; you have revealed to us the king’s dream. Daniel 2:23	I thank and praise you, God of my ancestors, for you have given me wisdom and strength. You have told me what we asked of you and revealed to us what the king demanded. worship wisdom prayer
Since in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor lack of circumcision is worth anything. All that matters is faith expressing itself through love. Galatians 5:6	For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus, there is no benefit in being circumcised or being uncircumcised. What is important is faith expressing itself in love. faith love Jesus
Come now and let us discuss this, says the Lord. Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be like snow. Though they are as red as crimson, they shall become as white as wool. Isaiah 1:18	“Come now, let’s settle this,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, I will make them as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, I will make them as white as wool.” sin forgiveness purification
Therefore, when someone is guilty of any one of these things, he shall confess the sin he has committed. Leviticus 5:5	When you become aware of your guilt in any of these ways, you must confess your sin. confession sin
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.’ Matthew 25:21	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!’ reliability reward blessing
Welcome anyone whose faith is weak, but do not get into arguments about doubts. Romans 14:1	Accept other believers who are weak in faith, and don’t argue with them about what they think is right or wrong. faith community
But now the righteousness of God that is attested by the Law and the Prophets has been manifested apart from law: the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. No distinction has been made. Romans 3:21-22	But now God has shown us a way to be made right with him without keeping the requirements of the law, as was promised in the writings of Moses and the prophets long ago. We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who we are. faith law righteousness
Therefore, do not allow anyone to pass judgment on you in regard to what you eat or drink, or about the observance of Festivals, New Moons, or Sabbaths. These are only a shadow of what is to come. The reality is Christ. Colossians 2:16-17	So don’t let anyone condemn you for what you eat or drink, or for not celebrating certain holy days or new moon ceremonies or Sabbaths. For these rules are only shadows of the reality yet to come. And Christ himself is that reality. food sabbath judgment