15 Bible Verses about Righteousness, Of Believers

My Children, do not let any one mislead you. He who lives righteously is righteous--as Christ is righteous.

There was at that time in Jerusalem a man named Simeon, a righteous and devout man, who lived in constant expectation of the Consolation of Israel, and under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

But Peter and John replied: "Whether it is right, in the sight of God, to listen to you rather than to him--

Do not enter into inconsistent relations with those who reject the Faith. For what partnership can there be between righteousness and lawlessness? or what has light to do with darkness?

and that, from your childhood, you have known the Sacred Writings, which can give you the wisdom that, through belief in Christ Jesus, leads to Salvation. Everything that is written under divine inspiration is helpful for teaching, for refuting error, for giving guidance, and for training others in righteousness;

But first seek his Kingdom and the righteousness that he requires, and then all these things shall be added for you.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.

Stand your ground, then, 'with truth for your belt,' and 'with righteousness for your breast-plate,'

But do you, Servant of God, avoid all this. Aim at righteousness, piety, faith, love, endurance, gentleness.

Flee from the passions of youth, but pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, in the company of those who, with a pure heart, invoke the Lord.

For the anger of man does not forward the righteous purpose of God.

Then shall the righteous shine, like the sun, in the Kingdom of their Father. Let him who has ears hear.

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be cured. Great is the power of a good man's fervent prayer.

Blessed are those who have been persecuted in the cause of righteousness, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.

Even if you should suffer for righteousness, count yourselves blessed! 'Do not let men terrify you, or allow yourselves to be dismayed.'