Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is fair, whatever is pure, whatever is acceptable, whatever is commendable, if there is anything of excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy keep thinking about these things.

James 3:17

However, the wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, willing to yield, full of compassion and good deeds, and without a trace of partiality or hypocrisy.

1 Corinthians 13:1-13

If I speak in the languages of humans and angels but have no love, I have become a reverberating gong or a clashing cymbal.

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Titus 1:8

Instead, he must be hospitable to strangers, must appreciate what is good, and be sensible, honest, moral, and self-controlled.

Titus 2:7

Always set an example for others by doing good actions. Teach with integrity and dignity.

2 Peter 1:3-7

His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the full knowledge of the one who called us by his own glory and excellence.

Psalm 82:2

"How long will you judge partially by showing favor on the wicked? Interlude

Proverbs 11:1

The LORD hates false scales, but he delights in accurate weights.

Proverbs 12:4

A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but a wife who puts him to shame is like bone cancer.

Proverbs 20:7

The righteous person lives a life of integrity; happy are his children who follow him!

Romans 12:9-21

Your love must be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.

2 Corinthians 6:8

through honor and dishonor; through ill repute and good repute; perceived as deceivers and yet true,

2 Corinthians 8:18

With him we have sent the brother who is praised in all the churches for spreading the gospel.

Ephesians 5:9

for the fruit that the light produces consists of every form of goodness, righteousness, and truth.

1 Timothy 4:12

Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness, and purity.

Titus 2:2

Older men are to be sober, serious, sensible, and sound in faith, love, and endurance.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every way.

1 Peter 1:22

Now that you have obeyed the truth and have purified your souls to love your brothers sincerely, you must love one another intensely and with a pure heart.

1 Peter 4:8

Above all, continue to love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.

Proverbs 16:11

Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; he made all the weights in the bag.

Proverbs 31:10

Who can find a capable wife? Her value far exceeds the finest jewels.

Proverbs 31:29

"Many women have done wonderful things," he says, "but you surpass all of them!"

Proverbs 31:31

Reward her for her work let her actions result in public praise.

Song of Songs 5:16

His mouth is sweetness, and all of him is desirable. This is my beloved, this is my friend, young women of Jerusalem!

Isaiah 26:7

"The path of the righteous is level; O Upright One, you make safe the way of justice.

Matthew 22:16

They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. They said, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere and that you teach the way of God truthfully. You don't favor any individual, because you pay no attention to external appearance.

Mark 6:20

because Herod was afraid of John. He knew that John was a righteous and holy man, and so he protected him. Whenever he listened to John, he did much of what he said. In fact, he liked listening to him.

Luke 2:25

Now a man named Simeon was in Jerusalem. This man was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the one who would comfort Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Luke 16:15

So he told them, "You try to justify yourselves in front of people, but God knows your hearts, because what is highly valued by people is detestable to God.

Luke 23:50

Now there was a man named Joseph, a member of the Council, a good and righteous man

John 7:18

The one who speaks on his own seeks his own praise. But the one who seeks the praise of him who sent him is genuine, and there's nothing false in him.

Acts 6:3

Therefore, brothers, appoint seven men among you who have a good reputation, who are full of the Spirit and wisdom, and we'll put them in charge of this work.

Acts 10:22

The men replied, "Cornelius, a centurion and an upright and God-fearing man who is respected by the whole Jewish nation, was instructed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his home to hear what you have to say."

Acts 22:12

"A certain Ananias, who was a devout man with respect to the Law and who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,

Romans 2:29

No, a person is a Jew inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, brought about by the Spirit, not by a written law. That person's praise will come from God, not from people.

Romans 13:3

For the authorities are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you like to live without being afraid of the authorities? Then do what is right, and you will receive their approval.

Romans 13:13

Let's behave decently, as people who live in the light of day. No wild parties, drunkenness, sexual immorality, promiscuity, quarreling, or jealousy!

1 Corinthians 4:5

Therefore, stop judging prematurely, before the Lord comes, for he will bring to light what is now hidden in darkness and reveal the motives of our hearts. Then each person will receive his praise from God.

2 Corinthians 8:21

We intend to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of people.

2 Corinthians 13:7

We pray to God that you will not do anything wrong not to show that we have not failed the test, but so that you may do what is right, even if we seem to have failed.

Ephesians 4:25

Therefore, stripping off falsehood, "let each of us speak the truth to his neighbor," for we belong to one another.

Ephesians 6:14

Stand firm, therefore, having fastened the belt of truth around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,

Philippians 3:1

So then, my brothers, keep on rejoicing in the Lord. It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you; indeed, it is for your safety.

Colossians 4:5

Behave wisely toward outsiders, making the best use of your time.

1 Thessalonians 4:12

so that you may win the respect of outsiders, and have need of nothing.

1 Thessalonians 5:21-22

Instead, test everything. Hold on to what is good.

1 Timothy 2:2

for kings, and for everyone who has authority, so that we might lead a quiet and peaceful life with all godliness and dignity.

1 Timothy 3:4

He must manage his own family well and have children who are submissive and respectful in every way.

1 Timothy 3:7-8

He must be well thought of by outsiders, so he doesn't fall into disgrace and the trap set for him by the Devil.

1 Timothy 3:11

Their wives must also be serious. They must not be gossips, but instead be stable and trustworthy in everything.

1 Timothy 5:2

older women like mothers, and younger women like sisters, with absolute purity.

1 Timothy 5:10

She must be well known for her good actions as a woman who has raised children, welcomed strangers, washed the saints' feet, helped the suffering, and devoted herself to doing good in every way.

Titus 2:14

He gave himself for us to set us free from every wrong and to cleanse us so that we could be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good deeds.

Titus 3:14

Our own people should also learn to make good deeds a priority when urgent needs arise, so they won't be unproductive.

James 1:27

A religion that is pure and stainless according to God the Father is this: to take care of orphans and widows who are suffering, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.

1 Peter 2:12

Continue to live such upright lives among the gentiles that, when they slander you as practicers of evil, they may see your good actions and glorify God when he visits them.

2 Peter 3:1

Dear friends, this is now the second of two letters I am writing to you, in which I have been trying to stimulate your pure minds by reminding you

1 John 3:3

And everyone who has this hope based on him keeps himself pure, just as the Messiah is pure.

1 John 3:18

Little children, we must stop expressing love merely by our words and manner of speech; we must love also in action and in truth.

1 John 4:1

Dear friends, stop believing every spirit. Instead, test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Genesis 18:19

Indeed, I've made myself known to him in order that he may encourage his sons and his household that is born after him to keep the way of the LORD, and to do what is right and just, so that the LORD may bring about for Abraham what he has promised."

Deuteronomy 16:20

You are to pursue justice and only justice so you may live and possess the land that the LORD your God is about to give you."

Ruth 3:11

Don't be afraid, my daughter. I'll do for you everything that you have asked, since all of my people in town are aware that you're a virtuous woman.

2 Samuel 1:23

Saul and Jonathan, loved and handsome in life, in death were not separated. Swifter than eagles they were, and more valiant than lions.

2 Samuel 23:3

The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has talked to me. "When one is governing men justly, he fears God while governing.

Hebrews 11:2

By faith our ancestors won approval.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Bible References

Whatsoever

Romans 12:9
Your love must be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.
1 Corinthians 13:4
Love is always patient; love is always kind; love is never envious or arrogant with pride. Nor is she conceited,
Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
James 3:17
However, the wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, willing to yield, full of compassion and good deeds, and without a trace of partiality or hypocrisy.
2 Peter 1:5
For this very reason, you must make every effort to supplement your faith with moral character, your moral character with knowledge,

Are true

Matthew 22:16
They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. They said, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere and that you teach the way of God truthfully. You don't favor any individual, because you pay no attention to external appearance.
John 7:18
The one who speaks on his own seeks his own praise. But the one who seeks the praise of him who sent him is genuine, and there's nothing false in him.
Romans 12:9
Your love must be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.
2 Corinthians 6:8
through honor and dishonor; through ill repute and good repute; perceived as deceivers and yet true,
Ephesians 4:25
Therefore, stripping off falsehood, "let each of us speak the truth to his neighbor," for we belong to one another.
Ephesians 5:9
for the fruit that the light produces consists of every form of goodness, righteousness, and truth.
Ephesians 6:14
Stand firm, therefore, having fastened the belt of truth around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
1 Peter 1:22
Now that you have obeyed the truth and have purified your souls to love your brothers sincerely, you must love one another intensely and with a pure heart.
1 John 3:18
Little children, we must stop expressing love merely by our words and manner of speech; we must love also in action and in truth.

Honest

Acts 6:3
Therefore, brothers, appoint seven men among you who have a good reputation, who are full of the Spirit and wisdom, and we'll put them in charge of this work.
Romans 12:17
Do not pay anyone back evil for evil, but focus your thoughts on what is right in the sight of all people.
Romans 13:13
Let's behave decently, as people who live in the light of day. No wild parties, drunkenness, sexual immorality, promiscuity, quarreling, or jealousy!
2 Corinthians 8:21
We intend to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of people.
2 Corinthians 13:7
We pray to God that you will not do anything wrong not to show that we have not failed the test, but so that you may do what is right, even if we seem to have failed.
1 Thessalonians 4:12
so that you may win the respect of outsiders, and have need of nothing.
1 Timothy 2:2
for kings, and for everyone who has authority, so that we might lead a quiet and peaceful life with all godliness and dignity.
1 Timothy 3:4
He must manage his own family well and have children who are submissive and respectful in every way.
Titus 2:2
Older men are to be sober, serious, sensible, and sound in faith, love, and endurance.
1 Peter 2:12
Continue to live such upright lives among the gentiles that, when they slander you as practicers of evil, they may see your good actions and glorify God when he visits them.

Are just

Genesis 18:19
Indeed, I've made myself known to him in order that he may encourage his sons and his household that is born after him to keep the way of the LORD, and to do what is right and just, so that the LORD may bring about for Abraham what he has promised."
Deuteronomy 16:20
You are to pursue justice and only justice so you may live and possess the land that the LORD your God is about to give you."
2 Samuel 23:3
The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has talked to me. "When one is governing men justly, he fears God while governing.
Psalm 82:2
"How long will you judge partially by showing favor on the wicked? Interlude
Proverbs 11:1
The LORD hates false scales, but he delights in accurate weights.
Proverbs 16:11
Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; he made all the weights in the bag.
Proverbs 20:7
The righteous person lives a life of integrity; happy are his children who follow him!
Isaiah 26:7
"The path of the righteous is level; O Upright One, you make safe the way of justice.
Mark 6:20
because Herod was afraid of John. He knew that John was a righteous and holy man, and so he protected him. Whenever he listened to John, he did much of what he said. In fact, he liked listening to him.
Luke 2:25
Now a man named Simeon was in Jerusalem. This man was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the one who would comfort Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Luke 23:50
Now there was a man named Joseph, a member of the Council, a good and righteous man
Acts 10:22
The men replied, "Cornelius, a centurion and an upright and God-fearing man who is respected by the whole Jewish nation, was instructed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his home to hear what you have to say."
Titus 1:8
Instead, he must be hospitable to strangers, must appreciate what is good, and be sensible, honest, moral, and self-controlled.

Are pure

1 Timothy 4:12
Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness, and purity.
1 Timothy 5:2
older women like mothers, and younger women like sisters, with absolute purity.
Titus 2:14
He gave himself for us to set us free from every wrong and to cleanse us so that we could be his special people who are enthusiastic about doing good deeds.
James 1:27
A religion that is pure and stainless according to God the Father is this: to take care of orphans and widows who are suffering, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.
James 3:17
However, the wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, willing to yield, full of compassion and good deeds, and without a trace of partiality or hypocrisy.
2 Peter 3:1
Dear friends, this is now the second of two letters I am writing to you, in which I have been trying to stimulate your pure minds by reminding you
1 John 3:3
And everyone who has this hope based on him keeps himself pure, just as the Messiah is pure.

Are lovely

2 Samuel 1:23
Saul and Jonathan, loved and handsome in life, in death were not separated. Swifter than eagles they were, and more valiant than lions.
Song of Songs 5:16
His mouth is sweetness, and all of him is desirable. This is my beloved, this is my friend, young women of Jerusalem!
1 Peter 4:8
Above all, continue to love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.

Are of

Acts 6:3
Therefore, brothers, appoint seven men among you who have a good reputation, who are full of the Spirit and wisdom, and we'll put them in charge of this work.
Acts 10:22
The men replied, "Cornelius, a centurion and an upright and God-fearing man who is respected by the whole Jewish nation, was instructed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his home to hear what you have to say."
Acts 22:12
"A certain Ananias, who was a devout man with respect to the Law and who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,
Colossians 4:5
Behave wisely toward outsiders, making the best use of your time.
1 Thessalonians 5:22
Keep away from every kind of evil.
1 Timothy 3:7
He must be well thought of by outsiders, so he doesn't fall into disgrace and the trap set for him by the Devil.
1 Timothy 5:10
She must be well known for her good actions as a woman who has raised children, welcomed strangers, washed the saints' feet, helped the suffering, and devoted herself to doing good in every way.
Hebrews 11:2
By faith our ancestors won approval.

Praise

Proverbs 31:31
Reward her for her work let her actions result in public praise.
Romans 2:29
No, a person is a Jew inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, brought about by the Spirit, not by a written law. That person's praise will come from God, not from people.
Romans 13:3
For the authorities are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you like to live without being afraid of the authorities? Then do what is right, and you will receive their approval.
1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore, stop judging prematurely, before the Lord comes, for he will bring to light what is now hidden in darkness and reveal the motives of our hearts. Then each person will receive his praise from God.
2 Corinthians 8:18
With him we have sent the brother who is praised in all the churches for spreading the gospel.

Think

Luke 16:15
So he told them, "You try to justify yourselves in front of people, but God knows your hearts, because what is highly valued by people is detestable to God.
1 Thessalonians 5:21
Instead, test everything. Hold on to what is good.
1 John 4:1
Dear friends, stop believing every spirit. Instead, test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

General references

Deuteronomy 21:16
then when he bequeaths his possessions to his sons, he must not give preference to the firstborn of the beloved wife over the firstborn of the unloved wife.
Psalm 119:4
You have commanded concerning your precepts, that they be guarded with diligence.
1 Thessalonians 5:22
Keep away from every kind of evil.

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