Psalm 112:5

The Passion Translation

Life is good for the one who is generous and charitable, conducting affairs with honesty and truth.

Cross References

Psalm 37:21

They break their promises, borrowing money but never paying it back. The good man returns what he owes with some extra besides.

Ephesians 5:15

So be very careful how you live, not being like those with no understanding, but live honorably with true wisdom, for we are living in evil times. Take full advantage of every day as you spend your life for his purposes.

Proverbs 2:20

Follow those who follow wisdom and stay on the right path.

Philippians 1:9

I continue to pray for your love to grow and increase beyond measure, bringing you into the rich revelation of spiritual insight in all things.

John 6:12

When everyone was satisfied, Jesus told his disciples, “Now go back and gather up the pieces left over so that nothing will be wasted.”

Romans 12:11

Be enthusiastic to serve the Lord, keeping your passion toward him boiling hot! Radiate with the glow of the Holy Spirit and let him fill you with excitement as you serve him.

Romans 5:7

Now, would anyone dare to die for the sake of a wicked person? We can all understand if someone was willing to die for a truly noble person.

Luke 23:50

There was also a member of the Jewish council named Joseph, from the village of Ramah, a good-hearted, honorable man who was eager for God’s kingdom to appear. He had strongly disagreed with the decision of the council to crucify Jesus.

Luke 6:35

Rather love your enemies and continue to treat them well. When you lend money, don’t despair if you are never paid back, for it is not lost. You will receive a rich reward and you will be known as true children of the Most High God, having his same nature. Be like your Father who is famous for his kindness to heal even the thankless and cruel.

Proverbs 17:18

It’s stupid to run up bills you’ll never be able to pay or to cosign for the loan of your friend. Save yourself the trouble and don’t do either one.

Proverbs 12:2

If your heart is right, favor flows from the Lord, but a devious heart invites his condemnation.

Colossians 4:5

Walk in the wisdom of God as you live before the unbelievers, and make it your duty to make him known.

Acts 11:24

Barnabas was a good man, full of the Spirit of holiness, and he exuded a life of faith. Because of his ministry even more crowds of people were brought to the Lord!

Proverbs 24:27

Go ahead, build your career and give yourself to your work. But if you put me first, you’ll see your family built up!

Proverbs 18:9

The one who is too lazy to look for work is the same one who wastes his life away.