Reference: GODLY
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That which proceeds from God, and is pleasing to him. It also signifies conformity to his will, and an assimilation to his character, Ps 12:1; Mal 2:15; 2Co 1:2; Tit 2:12. Godliness is the substance of revealed religion, 1Ti 3:16; 4:8; 2Pe 1:6.
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([Psalm of David]) Save me O Jehovah for no godly person is left. Faithful people have vanished from among the sons of men.
Did God make you one? Your flesh and spirit belong to him. What does God look for but godly descendants? Do not be unfaithful to the wife of your youth.
to the holy ones and faithful brothers in Christ that live in Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father.
The secret of godliness is great and it is without controversy. 'He (Jesus Christ) was manifested (revealed) in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, and seen by angels. He preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, and received up in glory.'
Bodily exercise is profitable for a little. However, godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of the life that is to come.
instructing us, to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly and righteously and godly in this present age (world) (period of time).