When it is in your power, don’t withhold good from the one to whom it belongs.
Galatians 6:10 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us work for the good of all, especially for those who belong to the household of faith. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition So then, as occasion and opportunity open up to us, let us do good [morally] to all people [not only being useful or profitable to them, but also doing what is for their spiritual good and advantage]. Be mindful to be a blessing, especially to those of the household of faith [those who belong to God's family with you, the believers]. American Standard Version (1901) So then, as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially toward them that are of the household of the faith. Common English Bible So then, let’s work for the good of all whenever we have an opportunity, and especially for those in the household of faith. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, while we have time, we should do good works toward everyone, and most of all toward those who are of the household of the faith. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version Therefore, whilst we have time, let us work good to all men, but especially to those who are of the household of the faith. |
When it is in your power, don’t withhold good from the one to whom it belongs.
I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and enjoy the good life.
Whatever your hands find to do, do with all your strength, because there is no work, planning, knowledge, or wisdom in Sheol where you are going.
It is enough for a disciple to become like his teacher and a slave like his master. If they called the head of the house “Beelzebul,” how much more the members of his household!
For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.’
‘And the King will answer them, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
‘You have heard that it was said, Love your neighbour , and hate your enemy.
Then he said to them, ‘Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbath or to do evil, to save life or to kill? ’ But they were silent.
But love your enemies, do what is good, and lend, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High. For he is gracious to the ungrateful and evil.
Jesus answered, ‘The light will be with you only a little longer. Walk while you have the light so that darkness doesn’t overtake you. The one who walks in darkness doesn’t know where he’s going.
We must do the works of him who sent me while it is day. Night is coming when no one can work.
So the word of God spread, the disciples in Jerusalem increased greatly in number, and a large group of priests became obedient to the faith.
They just kept hearing, ‘He who formerly persecuted us now preaches the faith he once tried to destroy.’
So, then, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with the saints, and members of God’s household,
Let the thief no longer steal. Instead, he is to do honest work with his own hands, so that he has something to share with anyone in need.
I rejoiced in the Lord greatly because once again you renewed your care for me. You were, in fact, concerned about me but lacked the opportunity to show it.
See to it that no one repays evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good for one another and for all.
He gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to cleanse for himself a people for his own possession, eager to do good works.
This saying is trustworthy. I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed God might be careful to devote themselves to good works. These are good and profitable for everyone.
Don’t neglect to do what is good and to share, for God is pleased with such sacrifices.
But Christ was faithful as a Son over his household. And we are that household if we hold on to our confidence and the hope in which we boast. ,
For God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you demonstrated for his name by serving the saints #– #and by continuing to serve them.
you yourselves, as living stones, a spiritual house, are being built to be a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
For the time has come for judgement to begin with God’s household, and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God?
Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father also loves the one born of him.
This is why, if I come, I will remind him of the works he is doing, slandering us with malicious words. And he is not satisfied with that! He not only refuses to welcome fellow believers, but he even stops those who want to do so and expels them from the church.
Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil, but what is good. The one who does good is of God; the one who does evil has not seen God.
For I was very glad when fellow believers came and testified to your fidelity to the truth #– #how you are walking in truth.