Proverbs 21:21

Proverbs Of Solomon

²⁰ Precious treasures and oil are found where the wise live, but a foolish man devours them. ²¹ Whoever pursues righteousness and gracious love finds life, righteousness, and honor. ²² A wise man attacks the city of the mighty, bringing down the fortress in which they trust.

Righteousness and Mercy

With God

Righteousness And Kindness

Matthew 5:6

"How blessed are those who are hungry and thirsty for righteousness, because it is they who will be satisfied!

Proverbs 15:9

The lifestyle of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but he loves those who ardently pursue righteousness.

1 Corinthians 15:58

Therefore, my dear brothers, be steadfast, unmovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that the work that you do for the Lord isn't wasted.

Proverbs 22:4

The reward of humility is the fear of the LORD, along with wealth, honor, and life.

Isaiah 51:1

"Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the LORD! Look to the rock from which you were cut, to the quarry from which you were hewn.

Hosea 6:3

Let us know, let us pursue knowledge of the LORD; his coming is as certain as the dawn. He will come to us like the rain, like the autumn and spring rains come on the earth.

Romans 2:7-10

eternal life to those who strive for glory, honor, and immortality by patiently doing good;

Romans 14:19

Therefore, let's keep on pursuing those things that bring peace and that lead to building up one another.

Philippians 3:12

It's not that I have already reached this goal or have already become perfect. But I keep pursuing it, hoping somehow to embrace it just as I have been embraced by the Messiah Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:21

Instead, test everything. Hold on to what is good.

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, must flee from all these things. Instead, you must pursue righteousness, godliness, faithfulness, love, endurance, and gentleness.

2 Timothy 2:22

Flee from youthful passions. Instead, pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace together with those who call on the Lord with a pure heart.

2 Timothy 4:7-8

I have fought the good fight. I have completed the race. I have kept the faith.

Hebrews 12:14

Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.

1 Peter 1:7

so that your genuine faith, which is more valuable than gold that perishes when tested by fire, may result in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus, the Messiah, is revealed.