- And how much more valuable is a person than a sheep! Yes, the law permits a person to do good on the Sabbath.
- Do what is good and run from evil
so that you may live!
Then the Lord God of Heaven’s Armies will be your helper,
just as you have claimed. - But the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.”
- Choose a good reputation over great riches;
being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold. - How wonderful and pleasant it is
when brothers live together in harmony! - The man who finds a wife finds a treasure,
and he receives favor from the Lord. - Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith.
- 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.
- 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.
- Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Everyone enjoys a fitting reply;
it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! - See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to all people.
- 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.
- 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. - Learn to do good.
Seek justice.
Help the oppressed.
Defend the cause of orphans.
Fight for the rights of widows. - 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.
- 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. - Teach me to do your will,
for you are my God.
May your gracious Spirit lead me forward
on a firm footing. - 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.
- Even so, I have noticed one thing, at least, that is good. It is good for people to eat, drink, and enjoy their work under the sun during the short life God has given them, and to accept their lot in life.
- So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.
- 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.
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Fearing people is a dangerous trap,but trusting the Lord means safety.