Philippians 4:8

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Finally  brothers and sisters, whatever is true,  whatever is honourable,  whatever is just,  whatever is pure,  whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable #– #if there is any moral excellence  and if there is anything praiseworthy #– #dwell on these things.

Cross References

James 3:17

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without pretence.

Titus 2:7

in everything. Make yourself an example of good works with integrity and dignity  in your teaching.

2 Corinthians 8:21

Indeed, we are giving careful thought  to do what is right,  not only before the Lord but also before people.

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit of the Spirit  is love,  joy,  peace, patience,  kindness,  goodness, faithfulness,

1 Peter 2:12

Conduct  yourselves honourably among the Gentiles,  so that when they slander you as evildoers, they will observe your good works and will glorify God on the day he visits.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us, for we are convinced that we have a clear conscience, wanting to conduct ourselves honourably in everything.

1 Timothy 4:12

Don’t let anyone despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech,  in conduct,  in love,  , in faith, and in purity.

Ephesians 5:9

for the fruit of the light  consists of all goodness, righteousness, and truth   #– #

Titus 1:8

but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, righteous, holy, self-controlled,

1 John 3:3

And everyone who has this hope  in him purifies himself just as he is pure.

1 Peter 1:22

Since you have purified yourselves by your obedience to the truth,  so that you show sincere brotherly love for each other,  from a pure  heart love one another constantly,  ,

Titus 3:14

Let our people learn to devote themselves to good works for pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.

Romans 13:13

Let us walk with decency,  as in the daytime: not in carousing and drunkenness;  not in sexual impurity and promiscuity; not in quarrelling and jealousy.

Proverbs 20:7

A righteous person acts with integrity; his children who come after him will be happy.

James 1:27

Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to look after orphans and widows  in their distress and to keep oneself unstained from the world.

1 John 3:18

Little children, let us not love in word or speech, but in action and in truth.

Titus 2:2

Older men  are to be self-controlled, worthy of respect, sensible, and sound in faith, love,  and endurance.

2 Corinthians 13:7

But we pray to God that you do nothing wrong #– #not that we may appear to pass the test, but that you may do what is right,  even though we may appear to fail.

Colossians 4:5

Act wisely towards outsiders, making the most of the time.

1 Peter 4:8

Above all, maintain constant love  for one another, since love covers a multitude of sins.   ,

2 Samuel 23:3

The God of Israel spoke; the Rock of Israel said to me, ‘The one who rules the people with justice, who rules in the fear of God,

Romans 13:3

For rulers are not a terror  to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Do what is good, and you will have its approval.

Titus 2:14

He gave himself for us  to redeem us from all lawlessness and to cleanse for himself a people for his own possession,  eager to do good works.

Philippians 3:1

In addition, my brothers and sisters, rejoice  in the Lord. To write to you again about this is no trouble for me and is a safeguard for you.

Romans 2:29

On the contrary, a person is a Jew who is one inwardly,  and circumcision is of the heart #– #by the Spirit, not the letter.  , That person’s praise is not from people but from God.

Isaiah 26:7

The path of the righteous is level; you clear a straight path for the righteous.

Proverbs 31:31

Give her the reward of her labour, and let her works praise her at the city gates.

1 Timothy 2:2

for kings and all those who are in authority,  so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness  and dignity.

1 Timothy 5:10

and is well known for good works   #– #that is, if she has brought up children, shown hospitality,  washed the saints’ feet,  helped the afflicted,  and devoted herself to every good work.

Deuteronomy 16:20

Pursue justice and justice alone, so that you will live and possess the land the Lord your God is giving you.

Ephesians 6:14

Stand,  therefore, with truth  like a belt round your waist, righteousness  like armour on your chest,

1 Thessalonians 4:12

so that you may behave properly  in the presence of outsiders and not be dependent on anyone.  ,

Ephesians 4:25

Therefore, putting away  lying, speak the truth, each one to his neighbour,   , because we are members of one another.

2 Corinthians 6:8

through glory  and dishonour, through slander and good report; regarded as deceivers, yet true;

Acts 10:22

They said, ‘Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man, who has a good reputation with the whole Jewish nation, was divinely instructed by a holy angel to call you to his house and to hear a message from you.’

John 7:18

The one who speaks on his own seeks his own glory;   but he who seeks the glory   of the one who sent him is true,   and there is no unrighteousness in him.

Luke 2:25

There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout,  looking forward to Israel’s consolation,  and the Holy Spirit was on him.

Mark 6:20

because Herod feared  John and protected him, knowing he was a righteous  and holy  man. When Herod heard him he would be very perplexed,  , and yet he liked to listen to him.

Proverbs 11:1

Dishonest scales are detestable to the  Lord, but an accurate weight is his delight.

Ruth 3:11

Now don’t be afraid, my daughter. I will do for you whatever you say,  since all the people in my town  know that you are a woman of noble character.

Luke 16:15

And he told them, ‘You are the ones who justify   yourselves in the sight of others, but God knows your hearts.   For what is highly admired by people is revolting   in God’s sight.

1 Corinthians 4:5

So don’t judge  anything prematurely, before the Lord comes,  who will both bring to light what is hidden in darkness and reveal the intentions of the hearts. And then praise will come to each one from God.

Acts 22:12

Someone named Ananias, a devout man according to the law, who had a good reputation with all the Jews living there,

Song of Solomon 5:16

His mouth is sweetness. He is absolutely desirable. This is my love, and this is my friend, young women of Jerusalem.

Genesis 18:19

For I have chosen  him so that he will command his children and his house after him to keep the way of the Lord by doing what is right and just. This is how the Lord will fulfil to Abraham what he promised him.’

1 John 4:1

Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits  to see if they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

1 Timothy 5:2

older women as mothers, and the younger women as sisters with all purity.

Luke 23:50

There  was a good and righteous man named Joseph, a member of the Sanhedrin,

Proverbs 31:29

‘Many women  have done noble deeds, but you surpass them all! ’

Proverbs 16:11

Honest balances and scales are the  Lord’s; all the weights in the bag are his concern.

Proverbs 12:4

A wife of noble character  is her husband’s crown, but a wife who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones.

1 Timothy 3:4

He must manage his own household competently and have his children under control with all dignity.

Acts 6:3

Brothers and sisters, select from among you seven men of good reputation,  full of the Spirit  and wisdom, whom we can appoint to this duty.

Matthew 22:16

So they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians.  ‘Teacher,’ they said, ‘we know that you are truthful and teach truthfully the way of God. You don’t care what anyone thinks nor do you show partiality.  ,

Proverbs 31:10

Who can find a wife of noble character?  , She is far more precious than jewels.

Hebrews 11:2

For by this our ancestors were approved.

1 Timothy 3:11

Wives,  , likewise, should be worthy of respect, not slanderers, self-controlled,  faithful in everything.

2 Corinthians 8:18

We have sent with him the brother  who is praised among all the churches for his gospel ministry.

2 Samuel 1:23

Saul and Jonathan, loved and delightful, they were not parted in life or in death. They were swifter than eagles, stronger than lions.

2 Peter 3:1

Dear friends, this is now the second letter  I have written to you; in both letters, I want to stir up your sincere  understanding by way of reminder,

Romans 14:18

Whoever serves Christ  in this way is acceptable to God and receives human approval.