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He reserves his wisdom for the upright and is a shield to… Proverbs 2:7

He reserves his wisdom for the upright and is a shield to those who lead blameless lives. Proverbs 2:7	He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity. righteousness blessing protection
The Lord abhors lying lips, but he delights in those who are truthful. Proverbs 12:22	The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth. lying speaking honesty

As a father has compassion for his children, so the Lord has compassion for those who fear him. Psalm 103:13	The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. love fear Father
The Lord is good, an unfailing refuge in a time of distress. He takes care of those who place their trust in him. Nahum 1:7	The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him. protection goodness safety
And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do as much. Luke 6:33	And if you do good only to those who do good to you, why should you get credit? Even sinners do that much! righteousness reward
Therefore, now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven. For all of his works are right, and all of his ways are just. Also, he is able to humble all those who follow the path of pride. Daniel 4:34	Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and glorify and honor the King of heaven. All his acts are just and true, and he is able to humble the proud. righteousness humility worship
Blessed are those who are persecuted in the cause of justice, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:10	God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. righteousness kingdom persecution
Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in accord with the law of the Lord. Psalm 119:1	Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. law righteousness life
And we are witnesses to these things, as is the Holy Spirit whom God has given to those who obey him. Acts 5:32	We are witnesses of these things and so is the Holy Spirit, who is given by God to those who obey him. obedience Spirit receiving
The powerful suffer want and go hungry, but those who seek the Lord want for no good thing. Psalm 34:11	Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those who trust in the Lord will lack no good thing. God seeking
He gives a home to those who are forsaken and leads out prisoners amid chants of exultation, while rebels are forced to live in an arid land. Psalm 68:7	God places the lonely in families; he sets the prisoners free and gives them joy. But he makes the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land. freedom obedience friendship
To those who seek after glory and honor and immortality by persevering in good works, he will grant eternal life. Romans 2:7	He will give eternal life to those who keep on doing good, seeking after the glory and honor and immortality that God offers. obedience seeking eternal life
Those who accepted his message were baptized, and on that day about three thousand people were added to their number. Acts 2:41	Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day—about 3,000 in all. faith baptism Word of God
An ignorant man causes strife by his insolence, but wisdom is found with those who take advice. Proverbs 13:10	Pride leads to conflict; those who take advice are wise. wisdom anger
The Lord redeems the lives of those who serve him; no one will be condemned who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:23	But the Lord will redeem those who serve him. No one who takes refuge in him will be condemned. salvation life protection
The way of God is blameless, and the Lord’s promise proves true; he is a shield to all who flee to him for safety. Psalm 18:31	God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection. blameless Word of God protection
Be on your guard that you do not lose what we have worked to accomplish so that you will receive your reward in full. 2 John 1:8	Watch out that you do not lose what we have worked so hard to achieve. Be diligent so that you receive your full reward. reward self-control work
The face of the Lord is turned against those who do evil, to erase all memory of them from the earth. Psalm 34:17	But the Lord turns his face against those who do evil; he will erase their memory from the earth. evil sin
Then Jesus said to those Jews who did believe in him, “If you remain faithful to my word, you will truly be my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32	Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” truth Word of God following
I reprove and discipline all those whom I love. Therefore, be sincere in your desire to repent. Revelation 3:19	I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. love life punishment
My life is in your hands; deliver me from the power of my enemies, from the clutches of those who pursue me. Psalm 31:16	My future is in your hands. Rescue me from those who hunt me down relentlessly. persecution redeemer salvation
Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to all those on whom his favor rests. Luke 2:14	Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased. christmas peace angels
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
Therefore, he has the full power to save those who approach God through him, since he lives forever to intercede for them. Hebrews 7:25	Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf. eternal life Savior salvation
Speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves, and defend the rights of the destitute. Proverbs 31:8	Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. speaking weakness

Indeed, the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God.

Bible verse of the day

Brethren, you were called to freedom. However, make sure that you do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Instead, serve one another in love.

Galatians 5:13 freedom humility desires