Proverbs 21:21

The Passion Translation

The lovers of God who chase after righteousness will find all their dreams come true: an abundant life drenched with favor and a fountain that overflows with satisfaction.

Cross References

Psalm 112:4

Even if darkness overtakes them, sunrise-brilliance will come bursting through because they are gracious to others, so tender and true.

Proverbs 10:16

The lovers of God earn their wages for a life of righteousness, but the wages of the wicked are squandered on a life of sin.

Proverbs 11:19

A son of righteousness experiences the abundant life, but the one who pursues evil hurries to his own death.

Proverbs 15:9

The Lord detests the lifestyle of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue purity.

Proverbs 22:4

Laying your life down in tender surrender before the Lord will bring life, prosperity, and honor as your reward.

Proverbs 3:22

For they strengthen you inside and out and inspire you to do what’s right; you will be energized and refreshed by the healing they bring.

Isaiah 51:1

“Listen to me, you who chase after righteousness, you who passionately pursue the Lord. Look back to Abraham, the rock from which you were cut, to Sarah, the quarry from which you were dug, and remember what I did for them.

Matthew 5:6

“How enriched you are when you crave righteousness! For you will be satisfied.

Romans 14:19

So then, make it your top priority to live a life of peace with harmony in your relationships, eagerly seeking to strengthen and encourage one another.

1 Corinthians 15:58

So now, beloved ones, stand firm, stable, and enduring. Live your lives with an unshakable confidence. We know that we prosper and excel in every season by serving the Lord, because we are assured that our union with the Lord makes our labor productive with fruit that endures.

Philippians 3:12

I admit that I haven’t yet acquired the absolute fullness that I’m pursuing, but I run with passion into his abundance so that I may reach the purpose for which Christ Jesus laid hold of me to make me his own.

1 Thessalonians 5:21

but be faithful to examine them by putting them to the test, and afterward hold tightly to what has proven to be right.

1 Timothy 6:11

Timothy, you are God’s man, so run from all these errors. Instead, chase after true holiness, justice, faithfulness, love, hope, and tender humility.

2 Timothy 2:22

Run as fast as you can from all the ambitions and lusts of youth; and chase after all that is pure. Whatever builds up your faith and deepens your love must become your holy pursuit. And live in peace with all those who worship our Lord Jesus with pure hearts.

Hebrews 12:14

In every relationship be swift to choose peace over competition, and run swiftly toward holiness, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord.

1 Peter 1:7

But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed.