Philippians 4:8

The Text-Critical English New Testament

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if anything is virtuous or praiseworthy, think about such things.

Cross References

Matthew 22:16

They sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that yoʋ are true and teach the way of God in truth and defer to no one, for yoʋ do not show partiality.

Mark 6:20

For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he protected him. When Herod listened to John, he would listen to him gladly and do many things.

Luke 16:15

So he said to them, “You justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts. For what is highly esteemed among men is an abomination in the sight of God.

Luke 2:25

And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Luke 23:50

Now there was a good and righteous man named Joseph, who was a member of the council

John 7:18

He who speaks on his own authority seeks his own glory, but he who seeks the glory of the one who sent him is true, and there is no unrighteousness in him.

Acts 10:22

They said, “Cornelius, a centurion, a righteous and God-fearing man, who is well spoken of by the entire Jewish nation, was directed by a holy angel to send for yoʋ to come to his house and to hear a message from yoʋ.”

Acts 22:12

“Now a certain Ananias, a devout man according to the law, who was well spoken of by all the Jews dwelling there,

Acts 6:3

Therefore, brothers, look for seven men among you who have a good reputation and are full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we can appoint for this need.

Romans 13:13

Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelries and drinking bouts, not in illicit affairs and sensual indulgences, not in strife and jealousy.

Romans 13:3

For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to evil works. Do yoʋ wish to have no fear of the one in authority? Do what is good, and yoʋ will have praise from him.

Romans 14:18

Anyone who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men.

Romans 2:29

but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the letter. Such a man's praise comes not from men but from God.

1 Corinthians 4:5

So then, do not judge anything before the appointed time. Wait until the Lord comes, who will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and reveal the intentions of the heart. At that time each person will receive his praise from God.

2 Corinthians 13:7

I pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not so that we may appear to have met the test, but so that you may do what is right, even though we may appear to have failed.

2 Corinthians 6:8

through glory and dishonor, through bad report and good report; regarded as deceivers, and yet true;

2 Corinthians 8:18

With him we are sending the brother who is praised by all the churches for his preaching of the gospel.

2 Corinthians 8:21

For we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord but also in the sight of men.

Galatians 5:22

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Ephesians 4:25

Therefore, having laid aside falsehood, each of you must speak the truth with his neighbor, because we are members of one another.

Ephesians 5:9

(for the fruit of the Spirit is found in all goodness, righteousness, and truth).

Ephesians 6:14

Stand firm therefore by fastening the belt of truth around your waist, putting on the breastplate of righteousness,

Philippians 3:1

Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! To write this to you again is no trouble for me, and it is safe for you.

Colossians 4:5

Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time.

1 Thessalonians 4:12

so that you may walk properly toward outsiders and not be in need of anything.

1 Timothy 2:2

for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness and dignity.

1 Timothy 3:11

Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded and faithful in all things.

1 Timothy 3:4

He must lead his own household well, keeping his children in submission with all dignity.

1 Timothy 4:12

Let no one despise yoʋ because yoʋ are young, but set an example for the believers in yoʋr speech, conduct, love, spirit, faith, and purity.

1 Timothy 5:10

and has a reputation for good works, that is, if she has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped the afflicted, and devoted herself to every good work.

1 Timothy 5:2

older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters, in all purity.

Titus 1:8

but hospitable, a lover of goodness, sensible, just, holy, and self-controlled,

Titus 2:14

He gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession, zealous for good works.

Titus 2:2

Elderly men are to be sober-minded, dignified, sensible, and sound in faith, love, and endurance.

Titus 2:7

Show yoʋrself to be a model of good works in every way, and in yoʋr teaching show integrity, dignity, incorruptibility,

Titus 3:14

Our people must learn to devote themselves to good works in order to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.

Hebrews 11:2

Because of their faith, the people of old were commended.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us, for we are convinced that we have a clear conscience, desiring to live honorably in every way.

James 1:27

Pure and undefiled religion before God our Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their affliction and to keep oneself unstained by the world.

James 3:17

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easily entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, and unhypocritical.

1 Peter 1:22

Since you have purified your souls by your obedience to the truth through the Spirit, resulting in genuine brotherly love, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.

1 Peter 2:12

keeping your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good works and glorify God on the day of his visitation.

1 Peter 4:8

Above all, maintain a deep love for one another, because love will cover a multitude of sins.

2 Peter 3:1

Beloved, this is now the second letter that I am writing to you. In both of them I have tried to stir up your sincere mind by way of reminder,

1 John 3:18

My little children, let us not love in word or speech, but in deed and truth.

1 John 3:3

Everyone who places this hope in him purifies himself, just as he is pure.

1 John 4:1

Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see if they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.