Proverbs 19:23

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Showing respect to the LORD brings true life— if you do it, you can relax without fear of danger.

Cross References

Psalm 103:17

The LORD is always kind to those who worship him, and he keeps his promises to their descendants

Psalm 19:9

Worshipping the LORD is sacred; he will always be worshipped. All of his decisions are correct and fair.

Psalm 25:13

They will have plenty, and then their children will receive the land.

Psalm 85:9

You are ready to rescue everyone who worships you, so that you will live with us in all your glory.

Psalm 90:14

When morning comes, let your love satisfy all our needs. Then we can celebrate and be glad for what time we have left.

Psalm 91:10

and no terrible disasters will strike you or your home.

Psalm 91:16

You will live a long life and see my saving power.”

Proverbs 10:27

If you respect the LORD, you will live longer; if you keep doing wrong, your life will be cut short.

Proverbs 11:19

Always do the right thing, and you will live; keep on doing wrong, and you will die.

Proverbs 12:21

Good people never have trouble, but troublemakers have more than enough.

Proverbs 19:22

What matters most is loyalty. It's better to be poor than to be a liar.

Proverbs 22:4

Respect and serve the LORD! Your reward will be wealth, a long life, and honour.

Proverbs 3:24

you will rest without a worry and sleep soundly.

Malachi 4:2

But for you who honour my name, victory will shine like the sun with healing in its rays, and you will jump around like calves at play.

Matthew 5:6

God blesses those people who want to obey him more than to eat or drink. They will be given what they want!

Acts 9:31

The church in Judea, Galilee, and Samaria now had a time of peace and kept on worshipping the Lord. The church became stronger, as the Holy Spirit encouraged it and helped it grow.

Romans 8:28

We know that God is always at work for the good of everyone who loves him. They are the ones God has chosen for his purpose,

1 Timothy 4:8

As the saying goes, “Exercise is good for your body, but religion helps you in every way. It promises life now and for ever.” These words are worthwhile and should not be forgotten.

2 Timothy 4:18

The Lord will always keep me from being harmed by evil, and he will bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. Praise him for ever and ever! Amen.