Psalm 37:27

New English Translation

Turn away from evil! Do what is right! Then you will enjoy lasting security.

Cross References

Job 28:28

And he said to mankind, ‘The fear of the Lord – that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”

Psalm 102:28

The children of your servants will settle down here, and their descendants will live securely in your presence.”

Psalm 34:14

Turn away from evil and do what is right! Strive for peace and promote it!

Psalm 34:15

The Lord pays attention to the godly and hears their cry for help.

Proverbs 16:17

The highway of the upright is to turn away from evil; the one who guards his way safeguards his life.

Proverbs 16:6

Through loyal love and truth iniquity is appeased; through fearing the Lord one avoids evil.

1 Thessalonians 5:15

See that no one pays back evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good for one another and for all.

2 Timothy 2:19

However, God’s solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from evil.”

Titus 3:14

Here is another way that our people can learn to engage in good works to meet pressing needs and so not be unfruitful.

Titus 3:8

This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people.

Hebrews 13:16

And do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for God is pleased with such sacrifices.

Hebrews 13:21

equip you with every good thing to do his will, working in us what is pleasing before him through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever. Amen.