Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Evil » Departing from evil
Avoid [the practice of] every kind of evil.
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He should turn away from wrong living and do what is good. He should desire peace and do whatever it takes to maintain it.
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Goodness » Doing good
So then, we should do the right thing toward every person whenever we have the opportunity, and especially toward people who are part of God's family [i.e., those making up "the faith"].
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But I tell you people who are listening [to me], love your enemies and do good things to those who hate you. [Ask God's] blessing on those who curse you; pray for those who treat you spitefully.
Make sure that no one does anything wrong to someone who wrongs him, but always look for something good you can do for one another and for everyone.
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"You have heard what was said [Lev. 19:18], 'You must love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,
He should turn away from wrong living and do what is good. He should desire peace and do whatever it takes to maintain it.
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Peace » Promised to believers » Duty of seeking
You should let the peace given by Christ rule in your hearts, since you people were called [to be at peace] in one body [i.e., the church]; and you should be thankful.
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He should turn away from wrong living and do what is good. He should desire peace and do whatever it takes to maintain it.
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Peace » Necessary to the enjoyment of life
For [Psalm 39:12 says], "The person who loves [his] life and wants to have happy days, should avoid saying anything bad or deceptive. He should turn away from wrong living and do what is good. He should desire peace and do whatever it takes to maintain it.
Peace » Saints should » Seek
He should turn away from wrong living and do what is good. He should desire peace and do whatever it takes to maintain it.
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Sin » Should be » Departed from
However, the solid foundation of God stands firm. [Note: This probably refers to the church. See I Tim. 3:15]. It is sealed with these words [i.e., certifying God's ownership and a commitment to Him]: "The Lord knows those who are His people," [See Num. 16:5], and "Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord should stop practicing wickedness." [See Isa. 36:13].
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