Psalm 112:5

New Living Translation

Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly.

Cross References

Nehemiah 4:13

So I placed armed guards behind the lowest parts of the wall in the exposed areas. I stationed the people to stand guard by families, armed with swords, spears, and bows.

Psalm 37:21

The wicked borrow and never repay, but the godly are generous givers.

Proverbs 12:2

The Lord approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.

Proverbs 17:18

It’s poor judgment to guarantee another person’s debt or put up security for a friend.

Proverbs 18:9

A lazy person is as bad as someone who destroys things.

Proverbs 2:20

So follow the steps of the good, and stay on the paths of the righteous.

Proverbs 24:27

Do your planning and prepare your fields before building your house.

Luke 23:50

Now there was a good and righteous man named Joseph. He was a member of the Jewish high council,

Luke 6:35

“Love your enemies! Do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to be repaid. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for he is kind to those who are unthankful and wicked.

John 6:12

After everyone was full, Jesus told his disciples, “Now gather the leftovers, so that nothing is wasted.”

Acts 11:24

Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith. And many people were brought to the Lord.

Romans 12:11

Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Romans 5:7

Now, most people would not be willing to die for an upright person, though someone might perhaps be willing to die for a person who is especially good.

Ephesians 5:15

So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise.

Philippians 1:9

I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding.

Colossians 4:5

Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity.