Justiça

33 But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and being right—the attitude and character of God], and all these things will be given to you also.

18 The wicked man earns deceptive wages,

But he who sows righteousness and lives his life with integrity will have a true reward [that is both permanent and satisfying]. [Hos 10:12; Gal 6:8, 9; James 3:18]

21 He who earnestly seeks righteousness and loyalty

Finds life, righteousness, and honor. [Prov 15:9; Matt 5:6]

3 To do righteousness and justice

Is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice [for wrongs repeatedly committed]. [1 Sam 15:22; Prov 15:8; Is 1:11; Hos 6:6; Mic 6:7, 8]

2 Every man’s way is right in his own eyes,

But the Lord weighs and examines the hearts [of people and their motives]. [Prov 24:12; Luke 16:15]

2 Treasures of wickedness and ill-gotten gains do not profit,

But righteousness and moral integrity in daily life rescues from death.

21 He made Christ who knew no sin to [judicially] be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we would become the righteousness of God [that is, we would be made acceptable to Him and placed in a right relationship with Him by His gracious lovingkindness].

11 For the [remarkable, undeserved] grace of God that *brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12 It teaches us to reject ungodliness and worldly (immoral) desires, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives [with a purpose that reflects spiritual maturity] in this present age,

11 But as for you, *O man of God, flee from these things; aim at and pursue righteousness [true goodness, moral conformity to the character of God], godliness [the fear of God], faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness. [2 Tim 3:17]

8 Finally, *believers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable and worthy of respect, whatever is right and confirmed by God’s word, whatever is pure and wholesome, whatever is lovely and brings peace, whatever is admirable and of good repute; if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think continually on these things [center your mind on them, and implant them in your heart].

7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked [He will not allow Himself to be ridiculed, nor treated with contempt nor allow His precepts to be scornfully set aside]; for whatever a man sows, this and this only is what he will reap.

9 Let us not grow weary or become discouraged in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap, if we do not give in.

18 And the seed whose fruit is righteousness (spiritual maturity) is sown in peace by those who make peace [by actively encouraging goodwill between individuals].

16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another [your false steps, your offenses], and pray for one another, that you may be healed and restored. The heartfelt and persistent prayer of a righteous man (believer) is able to accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power].

8 Come close to God [with a contrite heart] and He will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; and purify your [unfaithful] hearts, you double-minded [people].

28 For the Lord delights in justice

And does not abandon His saints (faithful ones);

They are preserved forever,

But the descendants of the wicked will [in time] be cut off.

15 The eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous [those with moral courage and spiritual integrity]

And His ears are open to their cry.

6 He will never be shaken;

The righteous will be remembered forever. [Prov 10:7]

The Righteous and the Wicked Contrasted.

1 *Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example],

Nor stand in the path of sinners,

Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat of *scoffers (ridiculers).

10 With all my heart I have sought You, [inquiring of You and longing for You];

Do not let me wander from Your commandments [neither through ignorance nor by willful disobedience]. [2 Chr 15:15]

6 He will pay back to each person according to his deeds [justly, as his deeds deserve]: [Ps 62:12; Prov 24:12]

15 See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek that which is good for one another and for all people.

14 But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness [though it is not certain that you will], you are still blessed [happy, to be admired and favored by God]. Do not be afraid of their intimidating threats, nor be troubledordisturbed [by their opposition].

33 If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same.

25 It is a trap for a man to [*speak a vow of consecration and] say rashly, "It is holy!"

And [not until] afterward consider [whether he can fulfill it].