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Where is another God like you, who pardons the guilt of the… Micah 7:18

Where is another God like you, who pardons the guilt of the remnant, overlooking the sins of his special people? You will not stay angry with your people forever, because you delight in showing unfailing love. Micah 7:18	What god can compare with you, the God who takes away guilt and forgives the transgressions of the remnant of your people? You will not allow your anger to fester forever, for your delight is in bestowing mercy. sin mercy forgiveness
Now if you will obey me and keep my covenant, you will be my own special treasure from among all the peoples on earth; for all the earth belongs to me. Exodus 19:5	Now, if you will obey my voice and keep my covenant, you will be my own possession from among all the peoples, for the entire earth is mine. obedience covenant valuable

Rescue me, O Lord, from liars and from all deceitful people. Psalm 120:2	Deliver me, O Lord, from lying lips and from deceitful tongues. speaking redeemer soul
Pride leads to conflict; those who take advice are wise. Proverbs 13:10	An ignorant man causes strife by his insolence, but wisdom is found with those who take advice. wisdom anger
The grapevines have dried up, and the fig trees have withered. The pomegranate trees, palm trees, and apple trees— all the fruit trees—have dried up. And the people’s joy has dried up with them. Joel 1:12	The vine has withered; the fig tree droops. The pomegranate, the palm, and the apple tree— all the trees of the field have dried up. And the joy of the people has also withered away. joy sadness food
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. Proverbs 3:31-32	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. trust righteousness planning
How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word. Psalm 119:9	How can a young man lead a spotless life? By living according to your word. holiness Word of God equipment
Yes, God will bless us, and people all over the world will fear him. Psalm 67:7	May God continue to bless us and be revered to the ends of the earth. God awe blessing
See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to all people. 1 Thessalonians 5:15	Make sure that no one pays back evil for evil. Rather, always aim to achieve what is best for each other and for everyone. blameless righteousness evil
Some people are always greedy for more, but the godly love to give! Proverbs 21:26	All day long the godless man continues to covet, whereas the righteous man gives unsparingly. greed giving materialism
Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done. Psalm 105:1	Give thanks to the Lord, invoke his name; proclaim his deeds among the peoples. speaking evangelism worship
Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Psalm 119:1	Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in accord with the law of the Lord. law righteousness life
For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God. Romans 1:20	Ever since the creation of the world the invisible attributes of God’s eternal power and divine nature have been clearly understood and perceived through the things he has made. Therefore, the conduct of these people is inexcusable. creation strength mind
Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Such sins have no place among God’s people. Ephesians 5:3	Indeed, fornication and impurity of any kind, as well as greed, should not even be mentioned among you. Such talk is not fitting for saints. sin greed holiness
The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me? Psalm 118:6	With the Lord to protect me I am not afraid. What can mortals do to me? fear protection
Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Proverbs 29:25	The fear of others will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is secure. trust fear
Live in harmony with each other. Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all! Romans 12:16	Live in harmony with one another. Do not consider yourself to be better than others, but associate with the lowly, and never be conceited. humility community dependence
People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart. Proverbs 21:2	A man’s ways may seem right to him, but the Lord weighs the heart. righteousness judgment understanding
I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me? Psalm 56:4	In God, whose word I praise, in God I place my trust and know no fear; what can people do to me? trust fear Word of God
No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. Matthew 5:15-16	Nor would someone light a lamp and then put it under a basket; rather, it is placed upon a lampstand so that it may afford light to all in the house. In the same way, your light must shine so that it can be seen by others; this will enable them to observe your good works and give praise to your Father in heaven. evangelism worship goodness
And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for you overflows. 1 Thessalonians 3:12	May the Lord cause your love to increase and overflow for one another and for everyone else, just as our love does for you. love neighbor relationships
Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. Ecclesiastes 4:9	Two are better than one: they earn a far greater reward for their toil. friendship relationships work
When a crime is not punished quickly, people feel it is safe to do wrong. Ecclesiastes 8:11	Because the sentence for committing an evil act is not carried out quickly, people’s hearts are prone to act wickedly. sin heart punishment
If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. Matthew 6:14	If you forgive others for the wrongs they have done, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. sin grace forgiveness
And a great road will go through that once deserted land. It will be named the Highway of Holiness. Evil-minded people will never travel on it. It will be only for those who walk in God’s ways; fools will never walk there. Isaiah 35:8	A highway will be there that will be called the Way of Holiness. No one who is unclean may pass over it; it will serve as a path for pilgrims and no fool will be able to use it. holiness

Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. Then you will find favor with both God and people, and you will earn a good reputation.

Do not let kindness and fidelity leave you; fasten them around your neck and inscribe them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will gain favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.