'Approve' in the Bible

who, knowing the ordinance of God, that those who practice such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but also approve of those who practice them.

and know his will, and approve the things that are excellent, being instructed out of the law,

When I arrive, I will send whoever you approve with letters to carry your gracious gift to Jerusalem.

so that you may approve the things that are excellent; that you may be sincere and without offense to the day of Christ;