Goodness

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, — read the full passage →

And we know that to them that love God all things work together for good, even to them that are called according to his purpose.

Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom can be no variation, neither shadow that is cast by turning.

Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

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

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.

Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?

And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good save one, even God.

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

And be not fashioned according to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

and be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, even as God also in Christ forgave you.

Be not deceived: Evil companionships corrupt good morals.

who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a people for his own possession, zealous of good works.

For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be rejected, if it be received with thanksgiving:

And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye yourselves are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.

And who is he that will harm you, if ye be zealous of that which is good?

Neither do men light a lamp, and put it under the bushel, but on the stand; and it shineth unto all that are in the house. — read the full passage →

Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for edifying as the need may be, that it may give grace to them that hear.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.

In like manner, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefastness and sobriety; not with braided hair, and gold or pearls or costly raiment; — read the full passage →

(for the fruit of the light is in all goodness and righteousness and truth),

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →

And God is able to make all grace abound unto you; that ye, having always all sufficiency in everything, may abound unto every good work:

if ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious:

The good man out of his good treasure bringeth forth good things: and the evil man out of his evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.

Yea, and for this very cause adding on your part all diligence, in your faith supply virtue; and in your virtue knowledge; — read the full passage →

Behold then the goodness and severity of God: toward them that fell, severity; but toward thee, God’s goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.

And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, even God.

even Jesus of Nazareth, how God anointed him with the Holy Spirit and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.

And he said unto him, Why askest thou me concerning that which is good? One there is who is good: but if thou wouldest enter into life, keep the commandments.

Be ye merciful, even as your Father is merciful.

All things are lawful; but not all things are expedient. All things are lawful; but not all things edify.

Who is wise and understanding among you? let him show by his good life his works in meekness of wisdom.

If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father who is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?

Yea, and for this very cause adding on your part all diligence, in your faith supply virtue; and in your virtue knowledge;

For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God afore prepared that we should walk in them.

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

seeing that his divine power hath granted unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that called us by his own glory and virtue;

For no word from God shall be void of power.

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

But love your enemies, and do them good, and lend, never despairing; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be sons of the Most High: for he is kind toward the unthankful and evil.

And this is the message which we have heard from him and announce unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show unto his servants, even the things which must shortly come to pass: and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John;

and he opened his mouth and taught them, saying,

For freedom did Christ set us free: stand fast therefore, and be not entangled again in a yoke of bondage. — read the full passage →

for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;

for by grace have ye been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God;

Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness:

I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me.

But when the kindness of God our Saviour, and his love toward man, appeared,

But God commendeth his own love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Do I speak these things after the manner of men? or saith not the law also the same?

who by the power of God are guarded through faith unto a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. — read the full passage →

for by grace have ye been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; — read the full passage →

And let us not be weary in well-doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

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. — read the full passage →

If to others I am not an apostle, yet at least I am to you; for the seal of mine apostleship are ye in the Lord.