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But whoever does what is true comes to the light, so that… John 3:21

But whoever does what is true comes to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that his works have been carried out in God. John 3:21	But those who do what is right come to the light so others can see that they are doing what God wants. light truth obedience
And that to you, O Lord, belongs steadfast love. For you will render to a man according to his work. Psalm 62:12	Unfailing love, O Lord, is yours. Surely you repay all people according to what they have done. love reward

As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and it proves unfruitful. Matthew 13:22	The seed that fell among the thorns represents those who hear God’s word, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life and the lure of wealth, so no fruit is produced. Word of God worrying money
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. John 16:33	I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. encouragement peace overcoming
But far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. Galatians 6:14	As for me, may I never boast about anything except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of that cross, my interest in this world has been crucified, and the world’s interest in me has also died. crucifixion world
For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world. 1 John 2:16	For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. desires addiction pride
Who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works. 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
If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. John 15:18	If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first. persecution Jesus world
So then, there remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God, for whoever has entered God's rest has also rested from his works as God did from his. Hebrews 4:9-10	So there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God. For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as God did after creating the world. sabbath rest work
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to speak of the things that they do in secret. Ephesians 5:11-12	Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. sin speaking idols
For we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content. 1 Timothy 6:7-8	After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us when we leave it. So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content. food materialism contentment
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. 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
You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Matthew 5:14	You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. righteousness evangelism life
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9	God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. grace faith salvation
He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit. Titus 3:5	He saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. salvation Holy Spirit rebirth
So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation. Genesis 2:3	And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy, because it was the day when he rested from all his work of creation. creation blessing sabbath
The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands. Psalm 138:8	The Lord will work out his plans for my life— for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don’t abandon me, for you made me. reliability God safety
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105	Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. Word of God light
For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul? Mark 8:36	And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? greed materialism life
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those 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
I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word I hope. Psalm 130:5	I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word. hope Word of God soul
Because they exchanged the truth about God for a lie and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever! Amen. For this reason God gave them up to dishonorable passions. For their women exchanged natural relations for those that are contrary to nature; and the men likewise gave up natural relations with women and were consumed with passion for one another, men committing shameless acts with men and receiving in themselves the due penalty for their error. And since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, God gave them up to a debased mind to do what ought not to be done. Romans 1:25-28	They traded the truth about God for a lie. So they worshiped and served the things God created instead of the Creator himself, who is worthy of eternal praise! Amen. That is why God abandoned them to their shameful desires. Even the women turned against the natural way to have sex and instead indulged in sex with each other. And the men, instead of having normal sexual relations with women, burned with lust for each other. Men did shameful things with other men, and as a result of this sin, they suffered within themselves the penalty they deserved. Since they thought it foolish to acknowledge God, he abandoned them to their foolish thinking and let them do things that should never be done. idols sexuality desires
The Rock, his work is perfect, for all his ways are justice. A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is he. Deuteronomy 32:4	He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is! holiness righteousness reliability
Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, for all his works are right and his ways are just; and those who walk in pride he is able to humble. Daniel 4:37	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
You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word. Psalm 119:114	You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope. hope Word of God protection

Bible verse of the day

The Lord is slow to anger and great in power,
and the Lord will by no means clear the guilty.
His way is in whirlwind and storm,
and the clouds are the dust of his feet.

Nahum 1:3 patience strength punishment