Proverbs 21:21

God's Word

Whoever pursues righteousness and mercy will find life, righteousness, and honor.

Cross References

Psalm 112:4

Light will shine in the dark for a decent person. He is merciful, compassionate, and fair.

Proverbs 10:16

A righteous person’s reward is life. A wicked person’s harvest is sin.

Proverbs 11:19

As righteousness leads to life, so whoever pursues evil finds his own death.

Proverbs 15:9

The way of wicked people is disgusting to the Lord, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.

Proverbs 22:4

On the heels of humility (the fear of the Lord) are riches and honor and life.

Proverbs 3:22

Then they will mean life for you, and they will grace your neck.

Isaiah 51:1

Listen to me, you people who pursue what is right and seek the Lord. Look to the rock from which you were cut and to the quarry from which you were dug.

Hosea 6:3

Let’s learn about the Lord. Let’s get to know the Lord. He will come to us as sure as the morning comes. He will come to us like the autumn rains and the spring rains that water the ground.

Matthew 5:6

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for God’s approval. They will be satisfied.

Romans 14:19

So let’s pursue those things which bring peace and which are good for each other.

1 Corinthians 15:58

So, then, brothers and sisters, don’t let anyone move you off the foundation ⌞of your faith⌟. Always excel in the work you do for the Lord. You know that the hard work you do for the Lord is not pointless.

Philippians 3:12

It’s not that I’ve already reached the goal or have already completed the course. But I run to win that which Jesus Christ has already won for me.

1 Thessalonians 5:21

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

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, must avoid these things. Pursue what God approves of: a godly life, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from lusts which tempt young people. Pursue what has God’s approval. Pursue faith, love, and peace together with those who worship the Lord with a pure heart.

Hebrews 12:14

Try to live peacefully with everyone, and try to live holy lives, because if you don’t, you will not see the Lord.

1 Peter 1:7

The purpose of these troubles is to test your faith as fire tests how genuine gold is. Your faith is more precious than gold, and by passing the test, it gives praise, glory, and honor to God. This will happen when Jesus Christ appears again.