48 Bible Verses about Excellence

The holy ones on earth are the noble ones who fill me with joy.

Yes, for this very reason you do your part with all diligence. Supply virtue to your faith. Add knowledge to your virtue.

His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness. This is through the knowledge of him that called us by his own glory and virtue (excellence).

Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar, has an excellent spirit, knowledge, and understanding for interpreting dreams, showing of dark sentences, and dissolving doubts. Let Daniel be called, and he will show the interpretation.

Let them praise the name of Jehovah because his name is high above all others. His glory is above heaven and earth.

You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a people for God's own possession, that you may show the excellence of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.

Daniel was distinguished above the other commissioners and the governors because an excellent spirit (mind) was in him. Therefore the king thought to set him over the whole realm.

We have this treasure in earthen vessels that the power beyond what is normal may be from God, and not from ourselves.

Zealously seek (earnestly desire) the best gifts. Yet I show you a more excellent way.

Brothers, I did not come to you with superiority of speech or with human wisdom, declaring to you the testimony of God.

Jesus has obtained a more excellent ministry. The covenant that he arranged between God and his people is a better one, because it is based on promises of better things.

Maintain fine behavior among the nations. That way when they speak badly about you, they may see your good works and glorify God in the day of visitation (inspection).

Whatever you do, work at it without reservation, as to God, and not to men.

Riches and honor are with me. Yes, durable riches and righteousness.

I have heard of you, that the spirit of the gods is in you, and that light and understanding and excellent wisdom are found in you.

This way you may approve (test) the things that are excellent (of more value). May you be sincere and without offense (blameless) to others till the day of Christ.

Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus. Give thanks to God the Father through him.

Sing to Jehovah, for he has done glorious things. Let this be known to the entire world.

Wisdom is a shelter just as money is a shelter. The advantage of knowledge is that wisdom gives lift to those who have it.

You have been abandoned and hated. No one has passed through you. But now I will make you a foundation of everlasting pride, a joy for all generations.

Sing to him a new song. Play your best and shout with joy.

This also comes from Jehovah of Hosts. He is wonderful in counsel and excellent in guidance.

You are the most handsome of men. You are an eloquent speaker. God has blessed you forever.

O Jehovah, our Lord, how excellent is your majestic (magnificent) name in all the earth!

I said to Jehovah: You are Jehovah my God. Without you, I have nothing good.

([Psalm of David]) O Jehovah, our Lord, how excellent is your majestic name in all the earth! You have displayed your glory above the heavens.

Reuben, you are my firstborn; you are my strength and the first child of my manhood. You are the proudest and strongest of all my sons.

And now, my daughter, have no fear. I will do for you whatever you say, for it is clear to all my townspeople that you are a woman of virtue.

A virtuous wife is a crown to her husband. She who acts shameful is rottenness in his bones.

and he said to them: We will never find a better man than Joseph. He is a man who has God's Spirit in him.

There is none like the God of Jeshurun (Israel). He rides the heavens to give you help. He goes through the skies in his majesty.

Listen for I speak of excellent things. The truth comes from my lips.

I count all things to be loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord. I suffered the loss of all things. Yet I count them as refuse (garbage) (dung) that I may gain Christ.

The man with knowledge restrains his words. A man of understanding has a quiet spirit.

By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain. Through this he was commended as righteous. God testified about his gifts. Thus through faith he still speaks even though he is dead.

The desert will sing and shout for joy! It will be beautiful like the Lebanon Mountains. It will be fertile as the fields of Carmel and Sharon. Everyone will see Jehovah's splendor. They will see his greatness and power.

In that day the Branch of Jehovah will be beautiful and glorious. And the fruit of the earth will be the delight (pride) (joy) and the adornment of the survivors of Israel.

They plan to force him out of his high position. They are happy to lie. They bless with their mouths, but in their hearts they curse.

Acknowledge the power of God. His majesty is over Israel, and his power is in the skies.

I filled him with the Spirit of God (my power). I gave him understanding, skill, and ability for every kind of artistic work.

You are blessed O Israel. Who is like you, a people saved by Jehovah? He is the shield of your help and the sword of your majesty! So your enemies will cringe before you and you will tread upon their high places.

You are glorious, more majestic than the mountains of prey.

Hear instruction, do not refuse it and be wise.

Receive my instruction and not silver. Take knowledge rather than choice gold.

For they that have served well as servants gain to themselves a good standing and great confidence (boldness of speech) in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Do you see a man diligent in his business? He will stand before kings. He will not stand before unknown men.

Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I understand and I am very strong.